EK Last Upgrade Policy
Command Upgrade
The Company criteria for command upgrade are as follows:
• A minimum of 36 months in Emirates.
• 6,000 hours total time.
• 4,000 hard hours.
• 12 months on type from the commencement of line training.
• Satisfactory completion of the Command Assessment Program.
• Command opportunities are offered to First Officers who meet the above requirements and have achieved satisfactory performance reviews.
Please note that 36 months is the minimum time to command. With expected delays in aircraft demands and changing demands from Fleet, the time to command is expected to be over three years.