Overview of Role

Ready to advance your flying career with the UK’s largest regional airline? Loganair is currently recruiting experienced Captains to operate our DHC-6 Twin Otter fleet. If you're a team player with a focus on safety, professionalism, and growth, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

As a Captain, you’ll hold full responsibility for the safety, security, and operation of the aircraft, its crew, and passengers, from the moment you arrive at the aircraft until engines shut down post-flight. Your leadership and judgment will be key in ensuring every journey is safe, efficient, and in line with both regulatory and company standards.

You’ll:

• Oversee all aspects of aircraft operation during flights
• Make critical decisions during normal and non-normal operations
• Lead and support the flight crew, setting a professional standard onboard
• Ensure all procedures are followed and adapted safely as needed
• Set an example in communication, professionalism and safety culture

Skills and Knowledge

We’re looking for Captains with strong technical ability, excellent communication and a professional approach to leadership and crew collaboration.

Essential Skills & Attributes:

• In-depth knowledge of aviation regulations, safety practices, and flight operations.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and make timely and sound decisions
• Proven teamwork and leadership skills
• Right to live and work in the UK

Attitude

We value Captains who are approachable, proactive, and focused on safety above all else. You’ll be someone who:

• Takes pride in doing the job right
• Leads by example, encouraging professionalism across the crew
• Embraces a culture of safety, integrity, and continuous improvement
• Adapts to changing circumstances with a can-do mindset

Training and Experience

• Full ATPL (UK CAA) with a current Class 1 Medical
• Currently or recently operated in command on a multi-crew aircraft (MTOW >10t or 19+ pax)

Contract Length: Permanent
Employment Type: Full Time
Contracted Weekly Hours: FTL
Salary: 61,388.00

Company Benefits

We believe in rewarding our First Officers fairly and offering meaningful support from day one. Here’s what you can expect when you join the Loganair team:

Salary & Pay:

• Basic Salary: £61,388 - 84,132
• Sector Pay: £5,500 – £8,000 per year (increases with number of sectors)
• 100% pay from day one of induction – no training rate

Work-Life Balance:

• Home almost every night
• Rosters published over 8 weeks in advance
• Flexible/Part Time working options
• 4 Golden Days off annually, guaranteed days outside of annual leave
• 3 Requested Days off every month
• Great Annual Leave system with generous wraparound days
• Live bidding for leave, no seniority-based restrictions

Travel & Training Support:

• Travel, HOTAC, and meal allowances during Class Rating
• Paper Bond for Class Rating – no upfront cost
• Transparent base transfer policy
• Excellent Time to command

Perks & Benefits:

• Staff travel on Loganair and many global airline partners
• Access to myIDTravel
• Contributory pension scheme (up to 6% company contribution)
• 29 days annual leave (rising to 34 after 5 years)
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Occupational health support, including physiotherapy
• Health discounts on checks, treatment and gym memberships
• Discount scheme on hotels, shopping, entertainment and more

And finally...

You’ll get the opportunity to fly the iconic tartan tail for the UK’s largest regional, award-winning airline, with a proud heritage and a forward-thinking approach.