The Mins
Here are the minimum quals, for F/O straight from the EK recruitment website for those that can't be bothered to check before they apply and then get bounced back.
- A minimum of 4000 hours total flying time (may include 25% P3 or FEO time to a max of 500 hr).
- A minimum of 2000 hours multi-crew, multi-engine jet aircraft (P3 time cannot be used for this requirement).
OR
- A minimum of 2500 hours total flying time on a modern commercial multi-engine, multi-crew aircraft jet. (P3 time cannot be used for this requirement)
- Must hold a valid ICAO ATPL
- English language fluency (written and verbal comprehension); ICAO English level (4 or above)
- Experience commensurate with age
- Type rated would be advantage
Yes they will struggle to get qualified people when they do I'm sure something will change