Hyderabad, May 1 -- Dubai-based Emirates Airline has announced plans to recruit more than 1,500 new pilots within the next two years, supporting its ambitious global expansion strategy.

The announcement came on World Pilots' Day as the airline celebrated the resilience and dedication of pilots around the world.

In 2025 alone, Emirates' recruitment team will visit more than 40 cities globally, aiming to hire over 550 pilots.

The airline is actively recruiting for roles across four main tracks:

Direct Entry Captains

Accelerated Command (fast-tracked First Officers)

Type-Rated First Officers

Non-Type Rated First Officers.

Building on its First Officer advancement initiative, Emirates currently has more than 80 pilots on track for cap...