Register Your Interest - Flight Instructor

At Skyborne, we’re more than just a Commercial Flight Training Academy, we are shaping the future of pilot training. In an industry that never stands still, we’re committed to staying ahead through constant innovation and improvement.

We are proud to operate three state-of the art training facilities. Our head office is based at Gloucestershire Airport, and to meet growing demand we have recently opened a second UK centre at Bournemouth Airport. We also offer training from our fair-weather base in Vero Beach, Florida.

Our fresh approach challenges the conventions of traditional training, helping us deliver real results for our trainees and airline partners. Whether you’re in the classroom, the simulator, or supporting behind the scenes, you will be part of a team driving change across every aspect of our academy.

At the core of Skyborne is a culture shaped by our values and pillars: we champion creativity in everything we do, foster a supportive, team-focused environment and set the bar high for quality and professionalism.

Our partnerships with major global airlines include British Airways, Jet2, Ryanair, DHL, TUI, Loganair amongst others.

Not yet ready to apply? We are gathering interest for Multi-Engine Flight Instructors to join the team here at Skyborne. Our Selection Team will be in touch to discuss your experience and what it's like to work as part of our high-performing team. 

As a Multi-Engine Flight Instructor, you will be responsible for delivering the highest quality flight and simulator instruction to our trainees in compliance with Skyborne’s training and safety standards, and in line with the applicable Aviation Authority regulations. You will instruct at state-of-the-art training facilities using the very latest aircraft, simulators, course ware; and surrounded by inspiring colleagues across the globe who are all committed to delivering the very best.

Responsibilities include conducting training in accordance with the approved ATO training manual and Academy published schedule/programme, as well as delivering briefings and debriefings to trainees. You would be expected to comply with all rules and procedures detailed in the ATO Operations Manual and to uphold flight safety in every aspect of training. 

• Minimum of 500 hours flight time
• Minimum 200 hours instructional time
• Minimum 30 hours Pilot In Command MEP (Land)
• UK Part-FCL unrestricted Flight Instructor with the following instructional privileges:
  • SEP (Land)
  • Night
  • CPL
  • Instrument
  • MEP (Land)
• ICAO level 6 English language proficiency
• Unrestricted right to live and work in the UK
• Unrestricted UK CAA Class 1 Medical

When applying, please upload a copy of your UK Part-FCL Licence, UK Part-MED Medical Certificate.

We are committed to offering the most competitive benefits package to our Flight Instructors, including:

• £60,000 per annum salary (full time equivalent)
• Competitive uncapped bonus scheme, subject to realistic and achievable targets
• £1,000 sign on bonus upon completion of standardisation
• £100,000 loss of licence benefit 
• Inclusive and flexible rostering
• Generous pension scheme
• 30 days paid annual leave (inclusive of UK Public Holidays) based on 4.5-day working week
• Private health care for you and your spouse
• International training opportunities available
• Access to state-of-the-art training facilities and resources
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and supportive team
• Private health care  
• Discounts with corporate partners