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Air Canada · Canada · Posted Sep 6, 2026

First Officer - NTR

NTRATPL · TCCA2,000 h total

Job description

Air Canada is recruiting Pilots (for non AC-Express Pilots only) to operate out of one of four crew bases: Montreal, Toronto, Winnipeg, or Vancouver. Pilots typically begin their career as a First Officer on domestic aircraft or as a Relief Pilot on long-range, international flights. Air Canada operates seven fleet types ranging from the Airbus A-220 to the Boeing B-777, flying to 180 destinations across six continents. Career Progression: Time to upgrade to narrowbody Captain is 3-5 years (average salary $255,000–$291,000 plus expenses); widebody Captain upgrade typically takes 11-15 years (average salary $315,000–$397,000 plus expenses). Basic Requirements: - 2,000 hours of fixed-wing flying time - Ability to pass Air Canada and Transport Canada medical and visual acuity requirements for a Category 1 medical certificate - Canadian Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL), current Group 1 (Multi-engine) Instrument Rating - Canadian passport - Ability to hold a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC) - Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada and travel without restriction throughout the Air Canada network Preferred Additional Qualifications: - Graduates of a three- or four-year diploma/degree program from a college or university - Aviation College degree or diploma - Commercial or military flight experience - Jet and/or turbo-prop multi-crew experience

Additional requirements

  • Canadian passport required
  • Must be eligible to work in Canada and to travel without restriction throughout the Air Canada network; any required work permits, visas or other authorizations are the sole responsibility of the candidate
  • Ability to hold a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC)
  • Open to non AC-Express pilots only
  • Bases: Montreal, Toronto, Winnipeg or Vancouver

Compensation and Benefits

Upgrade opportunity
  • Pension plan
  • Annual Incentive Plan
  • "Unlock the Best in You" (UBY) wellness program (counsellors, therapists, webinars, events)
  • Industry-leading travel privileges for employee, family and friends on Air Canada and reciprocal partner airlines
  • Comprehensive benefits package

Base Location

Canada

Base airport not stated in the posting.