Pilot

As a pilot at KLM, you are responsible for the safe and efficient execution of our flights. We are not just looking for pilots, we are looking for colleagues who want to get the best out of themselves. Pilots who want to work together with the entire crew to give our customers an experience to remember. Professionals who want to develop themselves, both professionally and personally, and who value sustainability, which we achieve by working with a modern fleet, among other things. As a pilot, you will help KLM become a 'frontrunner in sustainable aviation'.

What will you do?

On board, you will represent KLM. You ensure that our customers have a great experience on every flight, while safety always comes first.The customer experience is largely influenced by the performance of you and the team, cockpit, and cabin. Together with your colleagues, you ensure a safe working environment, where everyone feels seen and accepted.

You reflect on your own behavior and keep developing yourself continuously. This way, you lay a solid foundation for a successful flight every time.

Where do you land?

In 2025, KLM flies to 156 destinations, 92 in Europe and 64 intercontinental; maybe you will be the pilot flying our passengers to these destinations soon!

As a new KLM pilot, you will start as first officer on one of our European aircraft, or as second officer on one of our wide-body aircraft, depending on the capacity needs.During your career, you will have the opportunity to fly both short and long distance. This is laid down in the Pilot Career Regulations of the collective labour agreement for pilots on fixed-wing aircraft.

KLM Flight Operations also offers you the chance to be active alongside flying in a secondary function, for example as an instructor.

Your profile

KLM is looking for candidates who meet the following qualifications.

General:

• Minimum higher general secondary education or equivalent foreign education,
• 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:

• Valid Type Rating of a Multi-Pilot Aircraft,
• PBN endorsement,
• ME IR (A),
• Final pages of your logbook (showing 150 hours of recent flying experience in commercial aviation and 500 hours on a multi-engine aircraft with a MTOW > 5,700KG),
• I-CRM,
• Completed Multi Crew Cooperation Course,
• Class I medical,
• (Frozen) ATPL(A),
• LPE6 English level,
• Advanced UPRT (Upset Prevention & Recovery Training).

Dutch language

• Knowledge of the Dutch language is an advantage,
• If you do not speak Dutch, we do expect you to put effort into learning the Dutch language, (ideally) reaching A2 level within one year,
• In case of a possible promotion to a Captaincy position a minimum level of B1 Dutch is required.

Please note:

• All documentation should be uploaded in PDF format with your application. All documentation should be supplied completely prior to eventual selection.
• Type rating and Medical should be valid for at least 3 months at the time of entering employment.
• Both Medical and Flight Crew Licences must have been issued in the Netherlands or must be converted for eventual employment.
• The cost of converting a Medical and foreign Flight Crew License is at your own expense.

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.

As a pilot with KLM, you meet the following EASA competencies:

• Aeroplane Flight Path Management - Automation
• Aeroplane Flight Path Management - Manual Control
• Application of Procedures and compliance with Regulations
• Communication
• Leadership and Teamwork
• Problem solving and Decision making
• Situation Awareness and Management of Information
• Workload Management
• Application of Knowledge

Explore the perks of working with us

• Working with the best crew!
• Discover Europe, or the whole world
• At least 34 vacation days, depending on your position and age
• A daily allowance when you are on location

What do we offer

The salary is laid down in the collective labour agreement. The level of salary is determined by your age, period of employment with KLM, and your exact position. An entry-level salary is between 3,300- and 5,500-euros gross per month, excluding benefits and pension allowances. After completing your Type Rating Course, your salary will be between 4,800- and 7,000- euros gross per month excluding benefits and pension allowances.

As a commercial pilot at KLM, you can also count on

• A 4-week schedule,
• A daily allowance when you are at your destination,
• A pension scheme,
• ISA travel ('If Seat Available' travel at a greatly reduced rate),
• Discounts with insurance companies,
• Discounts with car-rental and hotel companies,
• And most importantly, fly with a wonderful company that is among the best and most well-known airlines in the world, and the oldest one flying under its own name!

On every flight you have different colleagues, who all have the same goal: an enjoyable experience for our passengers.

Ready for your next destination?

Are you ready for your next destination? Then we would like to receive your CV and motivation letter. We also ask you to attach a copy of all the documentation mentioned above in pdf format, such as your licence, medical, logbook, MCC certificate, etc.

The selection procedure consists firstly of a CV selection. If we accept your application, the next steps in the selection process are:

• Online assessment,
• Psychological examination at the Aviation Medical Center in Amsterdam,
• Simulator Grading at Schiphol,
• Interview with the Hiring Committee (COVA) at Schiphol.

A reference check may also be part of the selection procedure. By applying, you consent to the procedure. Before starting employment, a company medical examination will take place, including a psychological assessment as well as a test on the use of medication, alcohol, and drugs. This examination consists of a blood and urine test. If you have been rejected on one of the selection components less than 2 years ago, then unfortunately you cannot apply now. Only after the 2-year term has expired can you take part in the selection process once more.

The vacancy for experienced pilot is open without a closing date. We reserve the right to close the vacancy at any time KLM sees fit.