Apply for Pilot Jobs Through AAP Aviation

When applying for a pilot job, airlines assess qualifications, experience, recency, and operational fit before inviting candidates to interviews or simulator assessments.

At AAP Aviation, we work closely with airline partners to match pilots with roles that align with their experience, preferences, and career goals. Below is an overview of how the pilot recruitment process typically works, and what to expect when applying through AAP.

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Explore pilot opportunities

Browse available pilot roles with airlines across short-haul, long-haul, and regional operations. Positions vary by aircraft type, base location, and contract structure.

AAP Aviation works with a range of airlines and supports recruitment for different fleet types and operational setups, allowing pilots to explore opportunities across multiple markets and network models.

In addition to airline operations, AAP also recruits pilots for ferry and demonstration flights when these roles are available.

Register and submit your pilot profile

Register your pilot profile and upload your CV and required information. A complete and accurate profile helps ensure your experience and qualifications can be reviewed efficiently for the role you are applying for.

Registering a pilot profile in the AAP Aviation database typically takes 8–10 minutes.

Once your profile is registered, you can apply for various pilot roles directly through the AAP Aviation jobs page.

Assessment and airline selection

If your profile aligns with the requirements of a specific role, you may be invited to participate in interviews, simulator assessments, or other evaluations. Assessment formats and timelines vary depending on the airline and aircraft type.

AAP Aviation acts as your point of contact throughout the process, supporting coordination and communication at each stage of the selection process.

During the initial screening stage, AAP Aviation reviews a defined set of experience data to assess eligibility and role suitability. The overview below reflects the information reviewed at this stage.

Flight history
Overview of previous flying experience and operational background.
Licenses
Held licenses relevant to the position applied for.
Type rating
Current or previous type ratings, where applicable.
Total flight hours
Total accumulated flight time.
Recent flight hours
Flight hours accumulated within a recent period, used for recency assessment.
Instructor experience
Instructional experience, where applicable.