DUBAI- Emirates Airline (EK), recognized as one of the largest international airlines, is set to host a pilot recruitment event in Istanbul (IST) featuring Gökçe Kübra Yıldırım, who holds the distinction of being the first Turkish female captain of the Airbus A380.
The recruitment event is scheduled for June 9 and 10, 2025, at Le Méridien Istanbul Etiler, focusing on attracting experienced pilots for various positions within Emirates’ expanding global operations, as reported by HavaSosyalMedya.
Emirates Pilot Recruitment in Istanbul
With plans to hire over 1,500 pilots in the next two years, Emirates (EK) is holding a recruitment session in Türkiye.
The Istanbul (IST) event is particularly notable due to the participation of Gökçe Kübra Yıldırım, marking her as the first Turkish woman to captain the Airbus A380, which is the largest passenger aircraft in the world.
“A380’in İlk Türk Kadın Kaptanından Özel İstanbul Daveti [#HSMözel Video]”
The first Turkish female captain of the Airbus A380, Gökçe Kübra Yıldırım, is coming to Istanbul.
Emirates aims to employ over 1,500 new pilots in the coming two years. pic.twitter.com/XjRvO3MCDu
— HavaSosyalMedya (@HavaSosyalMedya) May 26, 2025
Emirates seeks qualified candidates to fill positions as First Officers (both licensed and unlicensed), Direct Entry Captains, or participants in the Accelerated Command Program.
This recruitment effort exemplifies the airline’s dedication to creating a diverse and highly skilled flight crew stationed at its hub in Dubai (DXB).
Schedule and Participation Information
Event Dates & Times:
- June 9, 2025
- Morning Session: 10:00
- Afternoon Session: 14:00
- June 10, 2025
- Morning Session: 10:00
Location: Le Méridien Istanbul Etiler
Interested pilots are encouraged to attend these sessions for comprehensive briefings about career opportunities, training facilities, and the lifestyle in Dubai.
Gökçe Kübra Yıldırım will also interact with participants, providing insights from her career journey and experiences with the Airbus A380.
According to Mehmet Gürkaynak, Emirates’ Country Manager for Turkey, Bulgaria, and Romania, the airline operates an extensive network covering over 148 destinations around the globe.
Emirates boasts a modern fleet, state-of-the-art training facilities, and an international lifestyle experience in Dubai (DXB). This Istanbul event is crucial for recruiting skilled Turkish aviation professionals into their global flight crew.
Emirates pilots benefit from structured pathways for career advancement, competitive salaries, and ongoing professional development. The airline’s recruitment initiative reflects its long-term strategic growth plans and commitment to investing in human resources.
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Based on an article from aviationa2z.com: https://aviationa2z.com/index.php/2025/05/27/emirates-first-turkish-female-a380-captain-hiring-message/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=emirates-first-turkish-female-a380-captain-hiring-message
