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Pilot Jobs in Asia

Current Pilot Job opportunities in Asia include:

  • A350 Captains with Vietnam Airlines

  • A320 Captains with Peach Aviation in Japan.

  • An Experimental Test Pilot and Instructor Pilot for Advanced Pilot Training (Fast Jet) based in Asia.

Rishworth Aviation partners with a range of airlines to offer a variety of Pilot jobs in Asia. Please REGISTER with us and ensure your profile is up to date so we can contact you when more Pilot jobs in Asia become available.

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Asia Pilot Jobs Market Outlook

Rishworth Aviation partners with a range if airlines Asia Pacific region. The biggest driver of growth in this region will be passenger demand from 2015 to 2035, with more than half of new air traffic coming from here. Asia Pacific growth will be led by China - which will replace the US as the world’s largest aviation market. China will be followed closely by India, Indonesia and Japan. By 2035, it is estimated that an additional 1.8 billion annual passengers will be transported in Asia Pacific, for an overall market size of 3.1 billion. The region is estimated to grow by 4.7% annually.

Along with passenger growth, Pilot job growth will also expand to match demand for increased airline services. Boeing expects the Asia Pacific region to require the addition of at least 260,000 new Pilot jobs by 2037. China is again forecast to lead this growth, requiring half of the anticipated new Pilots, followed by Southeast Asia and South Asia. Now is the perfect time to learn more about the exciting Pilot jobs available within this region.

Rishworth Aviation in Asia

Rishworth Aviation has over 35 years of experience supporting pilots globally, in addition to working with over 100 international and domestic airlines, across more than 40 countries. More than 20 years of experience in Asia has provided us with an in-depth understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing crew working for airlines in this region of the world.

We have dedicated on the ground Airline and Pilot Representatives based across Asia. Along with our head office in Auckland, New Zealand, members of our International recruitment and support team are available to assist you during the application, screening and start of contract process and in adapting to working and living in Asia. We are at your service, which means we can help you settle in and enjoy a rewarding and successful contracting experience with your airline of choice in this beautiful part of the world.​

Asia Pilot Testimonial

"Vietnam Airlines and the Rishworth Aviation team have been very efficient, friendly and helpful right from the start, in making Vietnam an amazing experience for my family, and for me."

- J Martin Solis, Captain (A320), Vietnam Airlines

​"Rishworth's staff are professional, knowledgeable and they have a great working relationship with Korean Air. From the application process, screening, and now flying, I have complete trust in Rishworth."

- B. Shockley, First Officer (A330), Korean Air

Latest Pilot Jobs in Asia.

Flight Training Academic (Ground School Instructor)

We are seeking a Flight Training Academic/Ground School Instructor to be based in Asia on a five year contract. Attractive package on offer that include Insurance, Health Care, Child Education, Accommodation and return Tickets home as required. Ongoing interviews are regularly conducted. Requirements Piloting background including fast jet 3,000+ flying hours on various aircraft Masters or Bachelors Degree Strong knowledge of aviation and skilled at mathematics Strong teaching ability Excellent written communication, and ability to produce high quality teaching material including class notes and Powerpoint presentations.  University or flying school teaching and instruction experience in aviation subjects preferred Management and operational planning experience preferred Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  

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Vietnam Airlines A350 Captains

Benefits: Dynamic & exciting location - Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh base Choice of Roster Patterns: 5x1,6x1,7x1,8x1 National airline Proven contract for expats for 20+ years Commute or Non-Commute - tickets on airlines network Minimum Requirements: 5000+ Total Flight Hours and 2000+ Total Multicrew PIC Hours and 1,000+ A350 PIC Hours Last flight on A350 within 12 months preferred, but flexible if you have a valid type rating/PPC acceptable to the airline Valid ATPL with valid A350 type rating, A350 OPC and a Valid Class 1 Medical Height: above 165cm for males and above 160cm for females Under 60 years of age for males and under 55 years of age for females Apply now! We regret that only candidates meeting the minimum requirements will be contacted. Rishworth Aviation in Vietnam Rishworth Aviation has been proudly recruiting flight crew for Vietnam Airlines since 2000 and have a dedicated team, including pilot representatives who will ensure you receive the very best service while living and working in Vietnam. Testimonial ​“Vietnam Airlines and the Rishworth Aviation team have been very efficient, friendly and helpful right from the start, in making Vietnam an amazing experience for my family, and for me.” J M Solis, Captain (A320), Vietnam Airlines Local Pilot Support in Vietnam Rishworth Aviation has an established Pilot Support Group (PSG) that offers you friendly, practical, on-the-ground support that you can call on 24 hours a day, throughout your Vietnam Airlines job contract and beyond. Our PSG representatives are senior Vietnam Airlines pilots living in Vietnam who have a wealth of first-hand experience and who have a passion for the wellbeing of their fellow pilots at Vietnam Airlines. The PSG meets with new contract pilots on their arrival to ensure a thorough induction to the systems and protocols of Vietnam Airlines as well as Vietnamese life in general. The PSG is also available to give you general support and guidance on an ongoing basis throughout the term of your contract at Vietnam Airlines.

  • Hanoi

Peach Aviation A320 Captains Type Rated & Non Type Rated

This job is based in Osaka or Tokyo.  We are excited to partner with Peach Aviation to recruit A320 Captains. These are permanent positions offering competitive pay, benefits and commuting. Accepting both Type Rated and Non Type Rated Captains. Based in busy and beautiful Osaka or Tokyo, Peach operates an all A320 fleet. Pilots working for Peach Aviation will enjoy benefits of being part of the wider ANA group. Great opportunity to secure a highly regarded JCAB (Japan) licence.   Minimum requirements  Current A320 type rating preferred  Valid ICAO or JCAB ATPL, First Class Medical, English Proficiency Level 4+ and Radio Licence  PIC Time: 1,500+ Jet (50+ seating capacity) PIC hours at Commercial airlines (business jet not accepted)  If JCAB ATPL: 500+ hours PIC with Japanese commercial airlines   Total Time: 4,000+ hours  Last flight as PIC on relevant jet within 12 months  (flexible)

  • Osaka

Instructor Pilot for Advanced Pilot Training (Fast Jet)

We are seeking an Instructor Pilot for Advanced Pilot Training (Fast Jet) to be based in Asia. Attractive package on offer that include insurance, health care, child education, accommodation and tickets for international shuttle. Ongoing interviews are regularly conducted. Requirements: 2000+ flying hours 500+ flying hours as instructor Military aviation background fast jet Current aviation medical Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Experimental Test Pilot

We are seeking an Experimental Test Pilot to be based in Asia. The role will be working closely with less experienced local test pilots. Leadership and the ability to train/instruct is also a key component of this role.  Attractive package on offer that include insurance, health care, child education, accommodation and Tickets for international shuttle Conducting ongoing interviews regularly. Terms: Start middle of 2022 5 year contract Highly competitive pay Insurance and Health Coverage Accommodation provided  Child Education, if required  Return tickets home as required Minimum requirements: 3,000 hours total time. Cat 1 Test Pilot (Experimental) Certification Class 1 Medical Experience with aircraft and system evaluation Experience working with aircraft manufacturers  Human Factors Certification Apply now for a confidential discussion. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  

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