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B787 First Officer in Japan (TR & NTR) – Frozen ATPLs Now Accepted

Air Japan
Location

Japan

Type Rating

Type Rated & Non Type Rated

Aircraft

B787

Maximum Age

50 at commencement

Rank

First Officer

Description

A Clear Path to Command with Japan’s Global B787 Fleet

Frozen ATPLs Now Accepted

Secure a long-term career with Air Japan, a premier member of the ANA Group. This position is specifically designed for high-potential First Officers seeking a structured path to Captaincy within one of the world’s most respected aviation groups.

Career Progression & The JCAB Advantage

  • Command Upgrade Program: Air Japan maintains an active upgrade program. Every First Officer is recruited with the intent of progression; you can expect to be assessed for Command during your contract period, subject to performance and fleet requirements.
  • The Perpetual JCAB License: You will obtain the highly-coveted Japanese (JCAB) License, a professional qualification that remains valid for life and is recognized globally for its rigorous standards.

The 2026 Terms & Conditions

This commuting contract offers a market-leading balance of high earnings and quality time at home.

  • Premium Commuting Package:
    • 10 consecutive days off at your home domicile every month.
    • 2 additional travel days (Blank Days) provided specifically for commuting.
    • $2,000 USD monthly allowance (or confirmed Business Class tickets on ANA).
  • Competitive Compensation:
    • Annual salary increases on every anniversary of your start date.
    • Annual Incentive Bonus: Currently targeted at $13,500 for First Officers (FY2025/26).
    • Contract Completion Bonus: An $18,000 lump sum payment upon completion of your 5-year term.
  • Allowances & Security:
    • Accommodation: 200,000 JPY monthly allowance for a Tokyo apartment OR company-provided hotels.
    • Retirement: $600 monthly contribution to a provident fund/pension.
    • Daily Per Diem: 13,000 JPY per day during line operations.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

  • Total Flight Time: 3,000 hours minimum.
  • Commercial Jet Experience: 500 hours on Multi-Engine Jet aircraft with a Maximum Take-Off Weight (MTOW) exceeding 65,000kg.
  • Command/PUS Experience: Hold a Command Rating on multi-crew cockpit aircraft with at least 250 hours PIC OR 500 hours PUS (Pilot Under Supervision).
  • Navigation Assets:
    • 200 hours Total Cross Country flight time.
    • 100 hours PIC (or PUS) Cross Country flight time.
  • Instrument & Night Time: 75 hours of Instrument flight time (actual or simulated) and 100 hours of Night flight time.
  • Licensing: Valid ICAO State ATPL (including a Radio Telephony License held for a minimum of 2 years).
  • English Proficiency: ICAO Aviation English Certificate (Grade 4 or above).
  • Medical: Valid ICAO Class 1 Medical Certificate (must pass Air Japan/JCAB Class 1 medical examination).
  • Recency & Age: Must have operated as a flight crew member on a commercial jet within the last 12 months and be under 50 years of age at the time of commencement.
  • Commitment: Ability to complete the sixty (60) month assignment period.

How to Apply

Please submit your application directly via the IAC portal. Candidates must provide a logbook breakdown clearly identifying PUS, Cross Country, and Night hours to satisfy JCAB validation protocols.

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