Working in the cockpit

KLM pilots want to get the best out of themselves, every day. They have a sky-high sense of responsibility and do everything they can to continue growing. Because no matter how experienced you are, you never stop learning as a pilot. With every step you take, you can make more of a difference for our passengers – offering an even better travel experience. Whether it concerns your position or your development: you sit in the cockpit and set the course.

A lot or a few flight hours in your log book

Do you want to fulfill your pilot's dream or are you ready for your next flying challenge? However experienced you are, you are most welcome in the cockpits of KLM and KLM Cityhopper! Our flying corps is bursting with motivated colleagues and is a great group to be part of. Can you see yourself flying in a blue Boeing, Airbus or Embraer? Then we would love to hear from you!

Is this our new pilot speaking?

If you are already a pilot, you can apply directly for an open vacancy. To do so, you must meet at least the below requirements.

What we are looking for

Profile

Minimum higher general secondary education or equivalent foreign education with English, mathematics and physics;
Valid passport from an EU member state;
Swimming skills;
Height between 1.58 and 2.03 metres. No leg length measurement will take place.

Certificates and training

Class I Medical
(Frozen) ATPL (A)
Initial CRM
LPE6
Multi Crew Cooperation Course
Upset Prevention and Recovery Training
PBN-annotation

Experience

At least 500 hours of experience on a multi-engine aircraft (5,700 kg or more),
At least 150 hours of this was flown in commercial aviation in the 12 months prior to this application.

Selection procedure

Round 1: cv selection
Round 2: online assessment
Round 3: psychological assessment
Round 4: simulator grading
Round 5: interview with Committee of Selection (COVA)
Round 6: security screenings and medical examination, including blood and urine tests for medication, alcohol and drugs

An internal file check and a reference check can also be part of the selection procedure. By applying you agree to the procedure.

Have you successfully completed the selection procedure? Then we will invite you for a Type Rating Course (TRC) as soon as there is room.

Employment conditions

starting salary between € 3,300 and € 5,500
after completing your Type Rating Course, your salary will be between € 5,500- and € 8,300- gross per month
four-weekly schedule
daily allowance when on destination
pension scheme
ISA travel discounts at hotels and car rental companies, among others
And above all: flying with a wonderful company that is one of the best and best-known airlines in the world.

The amounts mentioned are indicative and no rights can be derived from them.

KLM Flight Academy

Did you know that KLM has its own flight school? The KLM Flight Academy is the only aviation school in the Netherlands that can train commercial pilots for KLM. Those who successfully pass the rigorous selection will join fellow students on the two-year training course to become a commercial pilot - with financing. During this course, you will have plenty of opportunities to develop yourself, both professionally and personally. If you get your pilot's licence and we have vacancies? Then we'll make sure you can start working at KLM straight away! Discover the KLM Flight Academy

We'd love to hear from you!

Available vacancies can be found in the jobs overview - so take a quick look and apply! Would you rather know more first? Have a look through our frequently asked questions or send our recruiters an email: klm.pilot.recruitment@klm.com.