Eagle Jet International, Inc. — a Europe-based charter operator that hires low-hour pilots.
Eagle Jet International is a Europe-based charter operator. For its A320 First Officer positions, it runs a distinctive hiring program in which EASA license holders who have not yet obtained the type rating — including low-hour pilots — are eligible to apply. For pilots straight out of training who want to build airline route experience, this is a valuable opportunity. Employment is on a contract basis (freelance included).
* 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 International widebody |
¥10.5M–¥19M |
¥14M | Pre-tax |
| First Officer Seniority-based |
¥5.5M–¥10.5M |
¥7.6M | Seniority-based |
Because employment is on a contract basis, annual earnings depend on how much you fly and on the terms of your contract. Compensation is denominated in euros (EUR), so a currency conversion applies for Japanese pilots. For specifics, contact Eagle Jet directly.
Modeled from the captain / first-officer ranges above, sliced into standard career stages. Bands marked est. are derived from those ranges (not official); verified bands come from active-pilot data. Management pay is crowd-sourced from verified pilots.
| Career Stage | Years | Annual (pre-tax) | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cadet / Trainee | ≤2 yrs | ¥3M–¥4.5M | est. |
| First Officer — Junior | 3–5 yrs | ¥5.5M–¥7.8M | est. |
| First Officer — Mid | 6–10 yrs | ¥6.9M–¥9.1M | est. |
| First Officer — Senior | 11–15 yrs | ¥8.3M–¥10.5M | est. |
| Captain — New | 15–18 yrs | ¥10.5M–¥14.3M | est. |
| Captain — Mid | 19–24 yrs | ¥12.9M–¥16.6M | est. |
| Senior Captain | 25+ yrs | ¥15.2M–¥19M | est. |
| Management / Instructor / Examiner | — | Data wanted | crowd-sourced |
Charter operations across various parts of Europe. Detailed route information is not disclosed.
Airbus A320.
If you do not already hold the A320 type rating, you may be required to obtain it at your own expense either before or after joining. Details should be confirmed.
Building line experience through charter operations.
Gain hands-on operational experience on European charter routes.
Because work is contract-based, there may be flexibility in working hours.
Hiring status: Accepting applications (as of March 2026; deadline 2026.04.04)
| Airline | Captain (range) | First Officer | Income Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle Jet International, Inc. 🇪🇺 | ¥10.5M–¥19M | ¥5.5M–¥10.5M | ~33% (Japan) |
| ANA 🇯🇵 | ¥22M–¥35M | ¥14M–¥21M | ~33% (Japan) |
| JAL 🇯🇵 | ¥22M–¥35M | ¥14M–¥21M | ~33% (Japan) |
* Salary figures are SSOT reference values (pre-tax unless marked tax-free). ANA / JAL shown as the Japan baseline — ~33% income tax applies in Japan, so after-tax take-home is lower than the headline. Tax-free carriers pay 100% take-home. Verify exact figures with each airline.
Eagle Jet International, Inc. captain pay averages about ¥14M per year (range ¥10.5M–¥19M), pre-tax. Figures are reference values based on public data and industry benchmarks.
Eagle Jet International, Inc. first officer pay averages about ¥7.6M per year (range ¥5.5M–¥10.5M), pre-tax, rising with seniority — see the Career Ladder above for the year-by-year breakdown.
First Officer (F/O) — Airbus A320 — EASA license holders; low-hour and non-type-rated pilots welcome. Key requirements — Requirements: Valid EASA Instrument Rating (IR); Type Rating: A320 type rating (not required to apply); Employment Type: Contract (Contract/Freelancer); Apply To: [email protected].
Eagle Jet International, Inc. captains average ¥14M, versus roughly ¥27M at ANA / JAL. Both figures are pre-tax; Japan applies ~33% income tax.