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SunExpress pilot requirements 2026
To fly for SunExpress, captains at least 4,000 hours.
General requirements
| Captain, minimum hours | 4,000 hours |
|---|---|
| Licence and medical | EASA/JAA ATPL (CPT), CPL/IR + frozen ATPL (FO), Class 1, ICAO English L4 |
| Type rating | bonded |
| Training bond | EUR 30k TR contribution (self-funded or salary deduction over 36 months); retention bonuses to year 7 |
| Other | CPT 500 PIC, under 60 (rated). FO 21-39 zero-hour or up to 56 experienced. |
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