Norwegian Air Shuttle Pilot Recruitment 2026
Hiring status, requirements, selection steps and the path to the seat. Requirements checked against Norwegian Air Shuttle's official careers pages on .
Is Norwegian Air Shuttle hiring pilots in 2026?
Yes. Norwegian Air Shuttle is recruiting pilots, according to its official careers pages as of August 22, 2026. First Officer — B737 type rated: EASA ATPL, or CPL with ATPL theory; 500 hours on the Boeing 737 with the rating held on an EASA licence; multi-engine…
Norwegian Air Shuttle screens with an aptitude battery before a human reads your application.
Sit a timed practice paper free — no account. Scored on pace as well as accuracy, because pace is what the real battery culls on.
Where are you with Norwegian Air Shuttle?
Selection runs on its own timetable, and what helps depends entirely on where you are in it. Tell us, and what we send you matches that — nothing else.
| Hiring status | Active— applications open |
|---|---|
| Country / Region | Norway · Europe |
| Bases | 7 bases · OSL, BGO, SVG, TRD, ARN +2 more |
| Fleet types | B737-800, B737 MAX 8 |
| Contract type | Permanent or contract depending on base |
| Type ratings accepted | B737 |
| Assessment stages | 4 stages · 3-step pipeline |
Norwegian Air Shuttle pilot requirements
As published on Norwegian Air Shuttle's official careers pages, checked August 22, 2026.
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Open vacancies (checked 22 Aug 2026) | Two First Officer routes, both based at Gardermoen: type rated on the B737, and experienced non-type-rated. An offer may be for any Norwegian base in Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Latvia or Spain. |
| First Officer — B737 type rated | EASA ATPL, or CPL with ATPL theory; 500 hours on the Boeing 737 with the rating held on an EASA licence; multi-engine IR valid at course start |
| First Officer — non type rated | EASA ATPL, or CPL with ATPL theory; 1,500 hours total — or 800 hours total for military pilots; 500 hours on multi-crew multi-engine aircraft; AUPRT and MCC unless the pilot holds or has held an EASA multi-pilot type rating; multi-engine IR valid at course start |
| Medical | EASA Class 1 |
| English | ELP Level 5 or higher — Level 4 is not sufficient |
| Height | Minimum 157 cm, stated as a safe cockpit operation requirement |
| Right to work | Legal right to live and work in the EU/EEA, plus an unrestricted passport |
| Security | No criminal record, and able to pass a five-year security check |
| Licence conversion | A Danish, Swedish or Norwegian licence is preferred. Non-Scandinavian EASA licences are accepted but must be converted to DK, SE or NO within 12 months of signing the contract — the clock starts after you are hired, not before. |
| Selection | Application review against the requirements, then an Assessment Day: company presentation, group exercise, a 2:1 interview and a simulator session flown both as Pilot Flying and Pilot Monitoring. Unsuccessful candidates are invited to reapply after 12 months; successful ones may be placed in a pilot holding pool. |
What the job pays
Estimate — not yet verified against the pilot contract. Full Norwegian Air Shuttle pay table, by year and aircraft
The full table with every figure is on the Norwegian Air Shuttle salary page.
From student pilot to Norwegian Air Shuttle Captain
Shown for the EASA system most non-US airlines recruit from; other authorities are similar. Hour figures are regulatory minimums, time ranges are typical.
Step 1
Class 1 medical + theory
First month EASA Part-MED / Part-FCLBook the Class 1 medical before paying any school. Then ATPL theory: 13 subjects under the EASA syllabus (other authorities differ).
Try free private-pilot theory questions (FAA format)Step 2
CPL / IR / multi-engine training
≈ 200 h (EASA integrated minimum 195 h) 18–24 months integrated EASA FCL Appendix 3Integrated course in one go, or modular (PPL first, then hour building, CPL, IR). Ends with multi-crew (MCC/APS) training.
Step 3
Type rating (A320 / 737)
Simulator + base training 2–3 monthsPaid by the airline in some cadet or direct-entry schemes, self-funded in others — check the specific vacancy.
Step 4
Norwegian Air Shuttle First Officer
See the requirements aboveLow-hour pilots usually join with a frozen ATPL.
Step 5
Full ATPL (unfrozen)
1,500 h incl. 500 h multi-pilot 3–4 years of line flying EASA FCL.510.AThe licence you need to be pilot-in-command of a multi-pilot airliner.
Step 6
Norwegian Air Shuttle Captain
Command course Depends on seniority and growthUpgrade criteria (hours, time in seat, assessment) are set by each airline.
How to Apply: Norwegian Air Shuttle Pilot Application Process
The Norwegian Air Shuttle pilot selection process step by step, as the airline describes it (checked August 22, 2026). Where the airline does not publish a stage, we say so.
- 1
Online Application
1-2 weeksApply via Norwegian pilot careers.
- 2
Assessment
1 dayAptitude testing, sim, and interview in Oslo.
- 3
Training
6-8 weeksB737 type rating.
Assessment Stages: What Norwegian Air Shuttle Tests
1. Online Application & Screening
Initial review of qualifications, flight hours, certificates, and background.
Preparation Tips
- Ensure logbook is accurate and up to date
- Have all certificates scanned and ready
- Tailor your CV to airline operations
2. Aptitude & Psychometric Testing
Computer-based tests measuring cognitive ability, multi-tasking, spatial awareness, and personality traits.
Preparation Tips
- Practice with COMPASS or PILAPT test preparation
- Work on mental math speed
- Get adequate sleep before test day
3. Simulator Assessment
Fixed-base or full-motion simulator session evaluating hand-flying, instrument skills, and multi-crew coordination.
Preparation Tips
- Practice raw-data instrument approaches
- Brief out loud as you would with a real crew
- Manage workload verbally
4. Panel / HR Interview
Competency-based interview with senior pilots and HR covering behavioral scenarios, motivation, and airline knowledge.
Preparation Tips
- Use STAR method for behavioral answers
- Research the airline thoroughly
- Prepare 8-10 strong aviation anecdotes
Norwegian Air Shuttle Pilot Interview Questions
Typical questions in airline pilot panel and HR interviews, including at Norwegian Air Shuttle. Prepare STAR-format answers (Situation, Task, Action, Result) and 8-10 real aviation stories.
- Q1
Why Norwegian?
- Q2
Describe a situation where you made a critical decision under time pressure.
- Q3
Why do you want to fly for this airline specifically?
- Q4
Tell me about a time you went above and beyond for safety.
- Q5
How do you handle fatigue management during long duty periods?
Fleet You Could Fly at Norwegian Air Shuttle
2 aircraft types currently operated
Type ratings accepted at application
Holding one of these ratings can accelerate the hiring pipeline.
Norwegian Air Shuttle Pilot Bases (7)
Available pilot bases — bid by seniority
Insider Tips for Norwegian Air Shuttle Applicants
Scandinavian bases with excellent quality of life
Growing route network across Europe
Single-fleet type simplifies training
Knowing the Norwegian Air Shuttle process is step one. Being ready for the stages that actually cut people is step two.
Before a human reads your application there is an aptitude battery, and candidates consistently report it as the heaviest cull — pace, not difficulty. You can practise it here for free: timed papers generated fresh each run, plus a divided-attention drill that measures how much your performance degrades under load.
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