Captain

Emerald Airlines

Active Posted 26 Jun 2026

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Job Overview

Airline

Emerald Airlines

Position

Captain

Base

Belfast

Aircraft

ATR 72-600

Rating

Not Required

Contract

Permanent

Role overview

Emerald Airlines is recruiting Direct Entry Captains for ATR 72-600 operations based at Belfast City Airport. The role is open to both ATR 72-600 type-rated and non-type-rated Captains and includes standard command duties within a regional multi-crew operation.

Airline Facts

About Emerald Airlines

Founded
2020
Headquarters
Dublin, Ireland

Airline overview

Emerald Airlines is an Irish regional airline headquartered at Dublin Airport. The airline operates ATR 72-600 aircraft, including franchise flying under the Aer Lingus Regional brand, connecting Ireland with the UK regions and the Channel Islands.

Requirements

Rating Type Rating
Not Required
License
UK CAA - ATPL(A)
Medical
UK CAA - Class 1
Language
ICAO Level 4+

Minimum Total Flight Time

2,000 hours

Other Minimum Flight Time

  • Minimum 1,000 hours on large multi-crew commercial transport aircraft above 5,700 kg.

Other License Requirements

  • Current CAA ATPL required.
  • Valid ATR 72-600 type rating advantageous but not required.
  • Training qualification advantageous.

Additional Requirements

  • Unrestricted right to live and work in the UK required.

Benefits

  • Permanent positions available.
  • Belfast City Airport base.
  • Regular 5:2 / 5:3 roster pattern.
  • Commuting roster available.
  • Company pension scheme.
  • Annual medical.
  • Staff travel privileges.
  • Great earning potential.

Application

How to apply

Applications are handled on the employer's external application page.

Posted by Skyreer.aero Posted 26 Jun 2026 Last verified at 10 Aug 2026
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