airBaltic, a leading airline in the Baltics, is continuing to expand its operations and is excited to announce a new open position for a Captain to pilot their Airbus A220-300 aircraft. The airline is also offering a competitive sign-up bonus for new team members. In addition, airBaltic is actively recruiting Senior First Officers with opportunities for rapid advancement to command positions on the Airbus A220-300. Eligible professionals who join airBaltic between September 1, 2024, and May 31, 2025, will receive a sign-up bonus – EUR 15,000 gross for Captains and EUR 10,000 gross for Senior First Officers.
Furthering its growth strategy in the Baltic region, airBaltic will open new crew bases in Tallinn, Estonia, and Vilnius, Lithuania, starting November 1, 2024. For the upcoming summer season, the airline will also establish temporary crew stations in Munich, Germany, Vienna, Austria, and Brussels, Belgium. In January 2025, airBaltic plans to introduce enhanced compensation packages and scheduling flexibility for both pilots and cabin crew, including increased days off.
Pauls Cālītis, Chief Operations Officer of airBaltic, stated, “As airBaltic continues to grow, we are pleased to announce a new vacancy – Captain on our Airbus A220-300 aircraft. As a Captain of an Airbus A220-300, you will lead operations aboard one of the most modern and youngest fleets in Europe. This role places you at the forefront of our commitment to safety, innovation, and exceptional service, ensuring a safe and enjoyable flying experience for our passengers. We invite all interested candidates to apply and come under our wing at one of the fastest-growing airlines in Europe.”
Cālītis added, “In line with our continuous efforts to ensure that our employees are well-compensated and maintain a work-life balance, we have recently announced the establishment of new crew bases, salary increases, and roster improvements for both pilots and cabin crew.”
The airBaltic fleet consists entirely of Airbus A220-300 aircraft, with the airline currently operating 48 of these models. airBaltic has ambitious plans to expand its fleet to include 100 Airbus A220-300s by 2030. The Airbus A220-300 is known for enhancing the passenger experience with wider seats, larger windows, increased overhead storage space, and improved overall efficiency and comfort for both travelers and crew.
From its hubs in Riga, Tallinn, Vilnius, Tampere, and seasonally from Gran Canaria, airBaltic serves over 130 routes. The airline provides a wide array of connections throughout its extensive network in Europe, the Middle East, North Africa, and the Caucasus region.
