Emirates is conducting its first pilot recruitment roadshow in the Philippines, in cooperation with IPAMS, on 28–29 October.
MANILA, PHILIPPINES, October 2026 – Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is stepping up its recruitment efforts in the Philippines to meet the strong surge in customer demand. In cooperation with IPAMS (Industrial Personnel and Management Services, Inc.), the airline will hold its first pilot roadshow in Manila from 28 to 29 October 2026 to recruit experienced commercial pilots.
The roadshow will be held at 10:00 and 13:00 on 28 October and 10:00 on 29 October. Experienced pilots who are keen to join Emirates as First Officers, Direct Entry Captains, or via the Accelerated Command Programme are welcome to register at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSebqfeQvRgxRzvV5xJGZGgKBhxlXWCH72MqLugUwAsryNQdaA/viewform.
At the session, prospective Emirates pilots can find out more about the airline’s new Narrowbody to Widebody Direct Entry Captain Campaign, recruitment process, available opportunities, training programmes, expected career trajectory, and benefits, as well as speak to pilots currently flying with Emirates.
Khalid Al Zarooni, Emirates’ Country Manager for the Philippines, said:
“Emirates pilots fly one of the world’s youngest and most modern all wide-body fleets across a global network. They will have the opportunity to undergo robust in-house training at Emirates’ cutting-edge training facility and be based in the vibrant city of Dubai. We look forward to welcoming more pilots from the Philippines onboard our airline as we ramp up our operations globally.”
Flying with Emirates
With a network spanning six continents, Emirates pilots fly to a diverse range of destinations. The airline has taken delivery of 27 A350s, with a further 47 on order, alongside 270 Boeing 777Xs.
Emirates pilots and their families receive a comprehensive range of benefits, including a competitive tax-free salary, 42 days’ annual leave with tickets for themselves and their immediate family, company-provided accommodation in gated communities, child education allowance, life, medical and dental insurance, deeply discounted travel benefits for wider family and friends, and more.
Cutting-edge Training
New joiners complete robust, evidence- and competency-based in-house training at Emirates advanced pilot training facilities in Dubai, Including the newly opened Emirates Crew Training Centre, a US$135 million purpose-built facility housing six Full Flight Simulator Bays for its A350 and 777X aircrafts.
More information about eligibility criteria, career opportunities and benefits is available at https://www.emiratesgroupcareers.com/pilots/ .
Emirates in The Philippines
- Emirates has been serving the Philippines for 36 years, which is one of the longest-standing markets in its global network.
- The airline currently operates 32 weekly flights connecting Manila, Cebu and Clark to its Dubai hub, following a capacity expansion earlier this year.
- Beyond connectivity, Emirates has also extended its Travel Rehearsal programme, which helps neurodiverse children and their families navigate the airport journey, to Cebu and Clark this year as part of the airline’s wider commitment to the communities it serves in the Philippines.
- At the recent ATM 2026, Emirates has also signed a Memorandum of Agreement with OWWA to strengthen support for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and their families, recognizing the significant contribution Filipino workers make to Dubai and the UAE.
About Emirates
The Emirates story began in 1985 when the airline launched operations with just two aircraft. Today, Emirates operates the world’s largest fleets of Airbus A380s and Boeing 777s, alongside its new Airbus A350 fleet, offering customers the comfort of some of the latest and most efficient wide-body aircraft in the skies.
Emirates inspires travellers around the world with its growing global network, industry-leading inflight entertainment, regionally inspired cuisine and world-class service. https://www.emirates.com/my/english/