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Become a Pilot at Luxair: Jobs, Training, Salaries & Benefits
How can you become a pilot with Luxair in Luxembourg?
Explore opportunities for Experienced, Entry-Level, and Seasonal Pilots. Discover details about Luxair’s open positions, training programs, required qualifications, salaries, and benefits.
Working at Luxair in Good Company
At Luxair, we offer more than just a career in aviation—we provide a supportive and dynamic environment where you can thrive.
Excellent Training Program
We invest in your growth with a top-tier training program led by experienced pilots who mentor and guide the next generation.
An International and Dynamic Team
Join a welcoming, diverse, and collaborative team. With 60% of our pilots coming from beyond Luxembourg and 8.84% of our cockpit crew being women, we take pride in fostering inclusion.
A Stable Roster for Better Planning
Enjoy a stable roster after publication that gives you certainty when planning your personal and professional life. Luxair also offers various part-time working patterns to suit your needs.
Luxembourg’s Exceptional Quality of Life
Experience one of Europe’s most attractive locations, with great social benefits, and job security, no matter your country of residence.
English-Speaking Environment
You’ll work in a fully English-speaking environment, making communication seamless and accessible for international pilots.
Beyond Flying: Making a Difference
We stand by causes that matter. Luxair proudly supports initiatives like Pink October and campaigns against violence toward women, reinforcing our commitment to the community.
Candidate profile and open positions
Check out all available pilot positions: First Officer Boeing 737 (seasonal), Captain Boeing 737 (seasonal), First Officer Boeing 737, First Officer de Havilland Q400, First Officer Embraer E2, Pilot Cadet Program, and Pilot Sponsorship Program. Do you think you could be our future pilot? Apply now!
Pilot Benefits: More than just a salary
If you want to become a pilot, it’s important to understand not only how salaries work but also the extra benefits, career growth opportunities, and the advantages of Luxembourg’s tax system
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Luxair pilots enjoy additional income through various tax-free supplements:
- 25% for every flight duty hour worked during the night (22:00-06:00).
- 70% for every crew duty hour worked on Sundays.
- 100% for every crew duty hour worked on legal holidays.
Monthly flight allowances vary based on the schedule, typically adding an extra 6-7% to the gross salary, completely tax-free.
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Luxair provides generous daily allowances, boosting your net monthly income:
- 20€ for duties up to 6 hours.
- 30€ for duties over 6 hours.
- 60€ for duties over 12 hours.
These allowances amount to an average of 350€ net per month
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Luxair prioritizes work-life balance with:
- Stable rosters published by the 18th of each month for the following month.
- 10 days off per month, including 4 consecutive days.
- Home base return for most evenings, with few exceptions.
- 31 vacation days pro-rated annually.
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As a Luxair pilot, you’ll be part of Luxembourg’s social security system, known for having one of the lowest withholding rates in the EU at about 11%. This includes comprehensive healthcare coverage for you and your immediate family.
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Luxair goes the extra mile to enhance your professional life with:
- Free uniform and company-paid simulator training.
- Staff travel benefits for you and two beneficiaries from day one.
- Multicultural work environment, promoting diversity and inclusivity.
- Free parking during duty and the option to order breakfast or lunch at special rates.
With these extensive benefits, Luxair offers not just a rewarding career but also a supportive and balanced lifestyle for its pilots.
Luxembourg and the Greater Region
Luxembourg is one of Europe’s fastest-growing countries, renowned for its exceptional quality of life. The Greater Region, which includes parts of neighboring Belgium, France and Germany, further enhances Luxembourg's appeal and offers easy access to a rich cultural and economic landscape, making it an ideal place to live and work.
FAQ Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. However, the position is based in Luxembourg. Luxair offers relocation packages. If you are a citizen living in the EU or in one of the European Free Trade Association countries, you can become a Luxair pilot. In addition, we do also consider NON-EU applicants.
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No, English is the common working language, also the entire training is in English. French, German, Luxemburgish, and other languages are just a plus, but not a mandatory requirement.
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We ask a very good command of the English level, at least a B1 in the CEFRL.
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No, Luxair pre-finances your entire flight school training expenses up to an amount of 80.000€ AND pre-finances your housing costs with up to 24.000€ for your entire training duration.
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Luxair does not impose any such restrictions on participants joining the program. However, we recommend that the students focus 100% on their training.
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We work with a flight school in Germany, Mönchengladbach and another in Spain, near Barcelona
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The entire training is in English.
