Air France is launching its new recruitment campaign for the Cadet Program. Applications will be open from June 15 to July 31, 2026, for candidates wishing to join this high-level training program, fully funded by the airline.
Training to become an airline pilot
Unique among major European airlines, the Air France Cadet Program offers a comprehensive 24-month training course delivered by partner flight schools selected by the airline. At the end of the program, cadets join Air France or Transavia as First Officers, flying Airbus A220 or A320 aircraft at Air France, or Boeing 737 and A320neo aircraft at Transavia.
Since the program was relaunched in 2018, more than 300 young pilots have joined the cockpits of Air France and Transavia. Open to a wide range of profiles — including recent graduates, science students, and career changers — the program also helps strengthen diversity and increase the representation of women in the cockpit. In 2025, 25% of selected cadets were women.
Learn more about the program and meet the teams
In partnership with the French Aeronautical Federation (FFA) and the French Gliding Federation (FFVP), Air France will also host a webinar dedicated to the Cadet Program on Tuesday, June 23 at 6:00 p.m., to present the selection process and the training program.
In addition, Laure-Anne, a pilot who came through the Cadet Program, along with Chafik Kheffafa and Audorisca Roger-Rollé, both Air France pilots, share their experience of the Air France Cadet Program.
Air France also offers career opportunities in other fields, particularly in aircraft maintenance and IT. All job openings are available on the airline’s recruitment website.