Captain (BBJ) - Business Aviation

About the role

DC Aviation Al Futtaim, a joint venture operating charter, FBO, maintenance and aircraft management services at Al Maktoum International Airport, is looking for an experienced BBJ captain. The role suits someone with a proactive personality, strong organisational skills and flexibility, able to deliver solid results under pressure and willing to work a flexible duty roster.

Key responsibilities

• Bear final authority over the control of the aircraft, its safety and order, and act decisively in emergencies
• Take full responsibility for the safety of the aircraft, its load and the people on board once the doors are closed
• Organise the flight deck team according to the Multi Crew Concept, assign PF and PNF, and conduct the cabin crew briefing
• Ensure checklists are followed, weather briefings are carried out and flight and duty times are respected
• Verify airworthiness, instruments, maintenance, mass and balance, dangerous goods and ship's papers, and sign for them
• Manage the crew, delegate tasks where possible and promote good working relationships

Required profile

• Valid EASA / FAA ATPL licence and current BBJ type rating
• Class 1 medical certificate
• At least 5 years of BBJ business aviation experience
• Minimum 3,000 total flight hours, 2,500 as pilot-in-command and 1,000 on type
• Instructor background is an advantage; English proficiency required
• Permanent residency in Dubai or willingness to relocate; applicants must state the role they qualify for