Career Opportunity: Cadet Pilot

Pakistan International Airlines Corporation Limited (PIACL)

Pakistan International Airlines is expanding its operations and seeking highly talented and energetic professionals for the position of Cadet Pilot. Eligible candidates must meet the following criteria:

Requirements

Educational Qualification:

  • Minimum Intermediate (1st Division / B Grade) or equivalent from a recognized institution.

Professional Qualification:

  • Valid CPL/IR
  • ICAO ELP Level 4 (as required by Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority)

Flying Experience:

  • Minimum of 200 flying hours

Age Limit:

  • Maximum 35 years as of the last date of submission of the application

Medical:

  • As per Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority standards

Vacancies Available:

  • 24

Terms of Contract:

  • Initial contract of 2 years (extendable based on performance and company requirements)

Selection Procedure

  • Eligible candidates will undergo a computer-based test (CBT) conducted by an independent Testing Agency.
  • Candidates scoring 70% or more in the CBT will proceed to the next stages: Flying Aptitude Test, Interview, Medical, etc.
  • Final selection will be based on the entire recruitment process. Only successful candidates will be informed.
  • All quotas as per law will be observed (provincial/regional and others).

Salary Package

  • A monthly stipend will be offered during the training period.
  • Upon successful completion of training and the first productive flight, a competitive salary package will be provided.
  • Note: Employment is subject to a training bond of USD 15,000 (or equivalent on a prorated basis) for two years from the date of the first productive flight.

Application Submission Procedure

  1. Apply Online:
    Application forms are available at:
  2. Application Fee:
    • Rs. 2000/- (non-refundable)
    • Deposit to:
      Account Title: PIACL
      Bank: HBL-CSCPIA-PKR-0048-00179605-03
      • Proof of payment and transaction reference number must be attached with the form.
  3. Required Documents:
    • Application Form
    • Photocopies of: Matric certificate, qualification certificates, experience letters, domicile, CNIC
    • Six passport-size photographs (white background)
    • All documents to be sent to:
      Manager Recruitment & Placement
      PIA Head Office, Karachi Airport, Karachi, Postal Code: 75200
      • Contact: 021-99043562 / 021-99044295
  4. Email Submission:
    Applications may also be emailed to recruitment@piac.aero with all required documents. However, a hard copy must still be sent through surface mail.
  5. Important Notes:
    • No hand-delivered applications will be accepted.
    • Incomplete or late applications will not be entertained.
    • Candidates found providing false information or using influence will be disqualified.
    • No TA/DA will be provided for tests/interviews/flight checks/medical.

For queries, contact:
Email: recruitment@piac.aero
Phone: 021-99043562 / 021-99044295

Pakistan International Airlines
Great People to Fly With
www.piac.com.pk

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