The Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) has officially issued Situation Vacant Notice No. 04/2026 for senior aviation professionals. PCAA is hiring qualified individuals for executive roles as Flight Operations Inspector (Aeroplane) (EG-08). Selection will be conducted strictly on a suitability and merit-based framework.
If you are an experienced commercial pilot seeking a regulatory oversight position in Pakistan’s aviation sector, here is the breakdown of eligibility standards, pay scale, terms of reference, and online application guidelines.
PCAA Recruitment 2026: Flight Operations Inspector Salary, Eligibility & Apply Guide
Position Summary & Salary Package
- Position Title: Flight Operations Inspector (Aeroplane) (EG-08)
- Number of Openings: 03 Positions
- Quota Allocation: Merit–03
- Monthly Salary: Rs. 1,373,230/- per month with a 5% annual increment.
- Contract Tenure: Initial contract for 3 years (extendable based on requirements).
- Age Limit: Maximum 66 years (inclusive of all age relaxations).
Prescribed Qualification & Experience Requirements
Applicants must satisfy all of the following professional criteria:
| Qualification / Parameter | Standard Requirement |
| Basic Education | Minimum Intermediate or equivalent from a recognized Education Board. |
| Licensure | Hold or have held an Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) with a valid type rating on a Commercial Transport Aircraft with a Maximum Gross Takeoff Weight (MGTOW) of 40,000 kg or more. |
| Flight Experience (PIC) | Minimum 5,000 hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) of Commercial Air Transport Aircraft with MGTOW of 40,000 kg or more. |
| Examiner Endorsement | Must possess Synthetic Flight Examiner (SFE) or Type Rating Examiner (TRE) endorsement on an ATPL for commercial aircraft with MGTOW of 40,000 kg or more. |
| Total Commercial Flying | 10 years or more of flying experience in Commercial Air Transport Aircraft as a Pilot. |
| Operational Expertise | Experience in operational management (preferably with a background in airline operations, safety management, or regulatory oversight). |
| Core Competencies | Strong analytical and decision-making abilities, effective communication and report-writing skills, and mandatory computer literacy. |
Mandatory Uploads & Online Application Procedure
- Candidates must complete and submit the Online Job Application Form on the official website:
www.pcaa.gov.pk. - Applications must be submitted within 15 days from the date of the advertisement.
- Scanned copies of the following documents must be uploaded along with the online application form:
- Qualification certificate/degree pertaining to the post.
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC).
- Copy of ATPL containing relevant endorsements.
- Copy of the last page of the Log Book containing total flying hour details.
- Failure to upload any of the required documents will lead to immediate rejection of the application.
Terms of Reference & Selection Guidelines
- Test / Interview Locations: Written tests and interviews will take place at Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Peshawar, and Quetta depending on candidate numbers.
- Verification: Candidates shortlisted for interviews must produce original credentials for verification.
- Government Service: Current government or autonomous body employees must present an official No Objection Certificate (NOC) prior to the interview.
- Medical Fitness: Appointment is contingent upon passing CAA’s medical fitness evaluation.
- Posting: Selected inspectors may be posted anywhere across Pakistan depending on PCAA requirements.
- TA/DA: No T.A/D.A will be paid for attending tests or interviews.
- Integrity Clause: Any misrepresentation, bogus/fake document submission, or attempt to influence selection will result in permanent disqualification and immediate termination.
- Equal Opportunity: PCAA encourages equal employment opportunities for female candidates and minorities.