Flydubai Launches Ab Initio Pilot Training Programme

flydubai has launched its Ab Initio Pilot Training programme, in partnership with international overseas flight training partners. This initiative comes as part of the airline’s workforce strategy to meet the growing demands of its expanding fleet and network over the next decade.

flydubai operates a young and efficient fleet of Boeing 737 aircraft serving an expanding network of more than 130 destinations. With more than 125 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft and 30 Boeing 787s on order, this is a unique opportunity for aspiring pilots to join a Multi-Pilot License (MPL) programme, develop essential flying skills and launch a rewarding aviation career with flydubai.

The flydubai Ab Initio Pilot Training programme provides all the necessary training required to enable young people over 17 years old, who have graduated from high school, to become commercial airline pilots. Cadets who successfully complete their initial training will qualify at the flydubai Flight Training centre to become Boeing 737 pilots.

The programme includes ground school training, simulator and flight instruction, line training and final integration into flydubai’s flight operations.

Candidates are required to meet a number of eligibility requirements and will undergo rigorous screening tests online and on-site, including a series of aptitude, cognitive and psychomotor assessments during the initial screening phase as well as medical clearances. The first batch of cadets is expected to begin training in the last quarter of 2025.

flydubai has built a strong workforce of more than 6,400 employees representing 144 nationalities, more than 1,330 of whom are pilots. The airline is expected to take delivery of 12 aircraft this year and has an ongoing recruitment drive to further support its growth trajectory.

The new Ab Initio programme is one of many initiatives the airline has launched to continue attracting and growing its skilled workforce.

For more information and application details, visit careers.flydubai.com.