CPL Pilots Program
No one becomes a top-notch pilot overnight. As novice pilots gain experience and training they are able to pursue their passion and achieve their dreams.
Our first priority and never-wavering promise to our customers is safety, and that requires the highest degree of professionalism, skill and character from every one of our pilots.
STARLUX is seeking licensed commercial pilots with multi-engine and instrument ratings to undertake a six-month type rating training program, which includes ground school, simulator training and initial operating experience. Upon completion of the program and line check, you will be ready to take off as a First Officer at STARLUX, advancing your professional flying career to new heights.
Minimum Application Requirements
- Citizen of R.O.C. Taiwan (with a valid National Identification Card).
- Education: Associate’s degree or above (foreign degrees must be authenticated by the ROC Embassy, Consulate, and Representative Office).
- Hold a valid certificate of proficiency in English:
- TOEIC: 750 or above (listening: 400) & 140 or above in speaking and writing.
- Linguaskill B2 or above in listening, reading, speaking and writing.
- TOEFL iBT: 80 or above (listening: 21).
- IELTS: 5.5 or above.
- ICAO English Proficiency Level 4 or above.
- Hold a valid FAA, CAA or ICAO Commercial Pilot License, with multi-engine and instrument rating.
- Minimum of 250 total flight hours. (Including up to 50 hours in simulator)
- Have flight operation within 12 months prior to participating in a simulator assessment.
- Have passed R.O.C. CAA Airman Written Examination.
- Hold a valid R.O.C. CAA Class One Medical Certificate.
- An approval letter from R.O.C. CAA is required for those who have undergone a vison correction surgery.
- One reference contact information.
Documents for Application
- National Identification Card
- Highest academic degree. For current students, please provide your student card.
- Valid certificate of proficiency in English.
- Certificate of discharge or military service status issued by the Ministry of Defense.
- FAA, CAA or ICAO Commercial Pilot License.
- Non-incident/accident Record provided by license issued authority and the flight training institute.
- R.O.C. CAA Airman Written Examination pass notice. (Holders of R.O.C. CAA Commercial Pilot License are not required to provide this pass notice.)
- R.O.C. CAA Class One Medical Certificate.
- Flight logbook.
Notes
- Graduating students and discharging military personnel may participate in the screening process. Graduation diploma and military discharge papers must be obtained prior to the commencement of training, or admission eligibility will be revoked.
- All stages of the admission process must be performed to STARLUX’s satisfaction in order to be admitted into the CPL program.
- Admitted individuals shall sign a training contract with STARLUX to obtain the status of a trainee first officer.
- All STARLUX rules must be followed during the training process.
Recruitment Process
Written Exam
Group Assessment
Simulator Assessment
Individual Professional Interview
For any inquiries, please email pilotrecruit@starlux-airlines.com
FAQ
When is the application deadline?
At the present time, CPL Pilot recruitment is on a long term basis. Applications are accepted at any time. Priority will be given to applicants who have not participated in recruitment before.
When will I receive an interview notification after I have submitted my application?
The contact period is dependent on our screening process and number of vacancies available. Applicants who have passed our screening will be contacted through email.
Where will the interviews be held at?
The interviews will mainly be held in northern Taiwan.
Do I need to obtain the R.O.C. CAA class one medical certificate prior to submitting my application?
Yes, you must upload the valid R.O.C. CAA class one medical certificate to complete the application.
Define “college graduates“ and “mandatory military service discharge”.
College graduates must be able to provide their diplomas and be military service exempt prior to training. Soon to be military reserve personnel must be able to provide their official discharge documents prior to training.
How do I authenticate (legalize) a foreign diploma?
Please refer to the website of Ministry of Foreign Affairs > Document Authentication > Authentication Q&A
Am I qualified to apply if I am nearsighted?
You are qualified to apply if you can obtain 1.0 vision acuity with the use of corrective lenses. If you underwent LASIK operation, you must complete the eyesight verification process through CAA.
May I apply if my English language test score will soon expire?
Your English language test score only needs be valid the moment you submit your application; however, it is advised that you renew your score.
Do all requested documents need to be original copies?
Yes. All original copies will be returned after verification in the initial interview.
May I submit my TOEIC Speaking and Writing score from two separate tests?
No. TOEIC Speaking and Writing score must be submitted from the same test.
What type of IELTS is acceptable?
Both Academic and General Training will be accepted.
What type of Linguaskill is acceptable?
Both Business and General will be accepted.