China flag carrier. Star Alliance member.
Air China is China's flag carrier and Star Alliance member. Hubbing at Beijing Capital and Daxing airports, it serves global routes. Has historically recruited foreign pilots, particularly captains, though policy varies by period.
* Figures are reference values based on public data and industry benchmarks. Verify actual compensation with each airline's official recruitment information.
| Position | Salary Range | Avg / Reference | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Captain (Foreign Contract) Int'l widebody |
¥17M–¥30M |
¥22M | USD special contract |
| First Officer China domestic & int'l |
¥8M–¥16M |
¥11M | CNY+USD |
💡 USD/JPY=150, CNY/JPY≈20. USD special contracts for foreign pilots. China income tax up to 45% but foreign exemptions may apply. Verify current policy.
Beijing hub to Europe (London, Frankfurt, LA, NY), SE Asia, Japan (NRT/HND), Middle East, Oceania.
B777-300ER, B737-8, A350, A321neo, A320neo, C919 (domestic). 430+ aircraft.
CAAC China-approved ATC. Ground → simulator → LIFUS.
Supervised line ops post-type rating.
OPC/LPC 1–2x per year per CAAC.
Foreign license conversion to CAAC required. Time and cost involved. Plan accordingly.
Air China discount tickets. Star Alliance partners included.
Major China cities. Cost of living lower than Japan in some respects.
Medical coverage for pilot and family.
Performance-linked bonus.
Corporate pension.
Per diem for international layovers.
Hiring status: Foreign pilot hiring policy varies. Recent trend toward Chinese pilot training. Check latest status.
⚠️ CAAC license conversion requires time and cost. Plan carefully.