Air Japan operates a fleet of passenger and freighter B787 aircraft which operate within Asia to China, Seoul, Bangkok, Singapore and Honolulu with more destinations planned.
About Longreach
Longreach is owned by two Japanese ATPL holders: one a former A320 Captain with a Japanese LCC and the other a former 767 Captain with Air Japan. We know the Air Japan recruitment process first-hand, having been involved since 2015 in supporting selection, interview preparation and induction into Japanese aviation. We support our client pilots through the Japanese ATPL process and initial type rating, and our own experience on multiple training courses with Japanese airlines means we can offer a uniquely informed, high-quality service. We provide through-life support to all our pilots.
The contract
- Five-year contract, extensions available to age 65
- Operating base at Narita and Haneda airports, Japan
- Applications from non-type rated captains considered
Roster and time off
- 10 days off per month with a minimum of 8 consecutive days
- Up to 14 days off in a block per month
- 24 vacation days per year
- 12 days sick leave per year
Package
- US$2,000 per month to assist with commuting to Tokyo
- Contract completion bonus of US$30,000 after five years
- Staff travel benefits on Star Alliance partner airlines
- Worldwide medical insurance, including full US coverage for US citizens
See the full Air Japan salary chart (April 2026 pay scales)
Requirements — non-JCAB licence holders
- 6,000 hours total flight experience
- 4,500 hours commercial jet PIC
- Multi-engine jet experience exceeding 65,000kg MTOW
- Valid ICAO ATPL with command jet type rating (B737/A320 equivalent or larger)
- Flight within the last 12 months
- Under 55 years of age at commencement
- Valid ICAO medical certificate
- ICAO English Level 5 or higher
Requirements — JCAB licence holders
- JCAB licence
- 6,000 hours total flight experience
- 3,000 hours commercial jet PIC
- Minimum 500 hours jet PIC with a Japanese airline
- Valid JCAB ATPL with command jet type rating
- Multi-engine jet experience exceeding 50,000kg MTOW
- Valid ICAO medical certificate
- ICAO English Level 5 or higher
How to apply
Register with Longreach Aviation using our online registration form. We will then send you the Air Japan application form and guide you through the process.