Step into the future of aviation with SAS, one of the most sustainable, punctual, and innovative airlines in the world.
We are now seeking Captains for SAS Connect’s A320 fleet based in London Heathrow (LHR). 

These are exciting times as we enter a new era of growth, including the launch of our largest summer program ever in 2026 with new routes and destinations across Europe.

Our modern fleet of Airbus 320neos supports a diverse route network, offering pilots a wide range of flying experiences — from challenging Nordic winter operations to navigating some of the world’s busiest airspaces.

With strong demand driving global air traffic growth and our Airbus fleet expanding, we invite Captains to join an airline with ambitious plans to become bigger and better than ever before.

We offer a position as Captain on our A320 fleet in London, on a full-time contract.

This opportunity comes with great benefits, including 28 days of vacation per year, and fixed roster pattern 5 days on / 4 days off. This provides you with excellent work/life balance, allowing you to make the most of our travel benefits and enjoy extra time with friends and family.
Part-time contracts are also available.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Yearly Basic Salary 101,490. Expected Gross Annual salary incl. Duty pay (500hrs/yr) 117,090
• Additional allowances 
• Part-time possibility 
• Loyalty Bonus: after 5 years, 5 of annual Salary
• Worldwide staff travel benefits after 6 months
• Career progression opportunities, including transitions to roles within Training (TRE/TRO/LTC), with possibilities for additional instructor allowances
• Access to Company Loss of Licence scheme
• Access to Company Private Medical Insurance scheme
• License conversion process available from UK licences to EASA licence, if required for successful candidates
• UK Visa sponsorship available, if required for successful candidates

• EASA ATPL Licence
• Valid A320 type rating
• 4,000Hrs+ Total Time
• 1,000Hrs+ as PIC on the A320
• EASA Class One medical
• ICAO Level 5 English Language Proficiency
• Last A320 flight within previous 12 months
• No incidents or accidents
• Right to live and work in UK preferred
• EASA A320 TRI/TRE preferred

If you are selected to move forward, the SAS Pilot Recruitment process consists of the following steps:

• CV Screening – We review your qualifications, licenses, and flying experience.
• Online Interview – A live interview with one of our recruiters.
• Online Tests – Cognitive and personality assessments.
• Assessment Days – With group exercises, a simulator session, and a personal interview.
• Final Checks – Background screening, personal security interview, and drug & alcohol testing.

Please note: Each step in the recruitment process may be disqualifying.
Candidates who are successful in the initial screening can expect to be invited for assessment during November and December 2025, with employment expected to begin in March 2026. 

Application Period
We review applications continuously and may close the ad at short notice. We recommend applying as soon as possible and no later than the 05th December 2025

Reapplying
If you have applied before and were not invited to an assessment, you are welcome to apply again.
If you have previously attended an assessment but were not successful, you are welcome to reapply after 12 months.

If you have any further questions that are not addressed in this ad, please contact pilotrecruitmentsas.dk 

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SAS reserves the right to adjust the recruitment process or base availability at any time. Meeting the minimum requirements or passing the assessment does not guarantee an offer of employment. All offers are conditional upon successful completion of mandatory background checks, including but not limited to: personal security interview, drug and alcohol testing, license validation, and employment verification.
Please note that salary levels are fixed according to collective agreements and cannot be negotiated or altered.