Edelweiss – Captain (Direct Entry Captain)
Captain
Location
Zurich, Switzerland
Position
Captain
Type Rated
Required
Fleet
A320 / A340 / A350
Job Description
Edelweiss offers a Swiss Captain salary starting at approximately CHF 134,075 per year, increasing up to CHF 218,388 annually with seniority, excluding bonus pay. Additional income includes per diems of CHF 45/day (short-haul) and CHF 70/day (long-haul), plus strong pension contributions.
Captains operate from Zurich (ZRH) on a mixed Airbus fleet including A320, A340, and A350, with the airline gradually transitioning to a modern A350 long-haul fleet.
Pilots benefit from:
Swiss-based salary (CHF)
Strong employer pension contribution (~26%)
Per diems (CHF 45–70/day)
28–42 days annual leave depending on age
Minimum 9 days off per month
Staff travel benefits
Lufthansa Group affiliation
Edelweiss continues network expansion and long-haul fleet modernization, creating opportunities for experienced Airbus Captains.
Requirements
EASA ATPL
Airbus type rating
Minimum 6000 total flight hours
1500 PIC Airbus
Long-haul experience preferred
Class 1 Medical
German C1 required
English ICAO Level 4+
Swiss / EU work rights
Pilotium Insight
Edelweiss Captain positions are rare and competitive. The airline offers premium Swiss employment conditions and long-haul Airbus operations. Best suited for experienced Airbus Captains seeking stable European command with strong pension and lifestyle benefits.