Pilot ranks
Progressing through the ranks
As you fly and gain experience, you progress through the ranks within Brussels Airlines VA. Each rank requires a minimum number of flight hours and comes with a virtual pay rate.
Rank scale
Ranks and rates supplied by the pilot portal.
| Rank | Minimum flight hours | ACARS pay rate | Manual pay rate |
|---|---|---|---|
Student
|
0 h | 50 € | 25 € |
Cadet
|
50 h | 65 € | 25 € |
Second Officer
|
100 h | 70 € | 25 € |
First Officer
|
200 h | 75 € | 25 € |
Captain
|
300 h | 80 € | 25 € |
Senior Captain
|
400 h | 85 € | 25 € |
Special awards
Earn special awards by reaching milestones or contributing to the community.
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+50 flights
Given to pilots with more than 50 flights.
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+500 hours
Awarded for flying more than 500 hours.
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Donator
Special award given to our generous donators.
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Test pilot
Awarded to our test pilots who are always ready to be on the front line.