Join SmartLynx Cadet Program and become a First Officer of Airbus A320 in 2 years
SmartLynx is the European Union’s leading ACMI* and full charter provider on Airbus 320 aircraft.
Cadet Program is a great opportunity for individuals with no previous flying experience. The current opportunity not only allows to get a Commercial Pilot Licence but also provides you with a letter of undertaking.
Selected cadets will complete an Integrated Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) training course at BAA Training and will proceed with type rating course with SmartLynx.
ACMI* – Aircraft-Crew-Maintenance-Insurance lease
Do you see yourself in the First Officer seat in the cockpit of the Airbus A320 aircraft? Book your online assessment now and be ready for the airline’s final interview!
About SmartLynx Airlines
SmartLynx Airlines is a charter and ACMI operator headquartered in Riga, Latvia. The company holds Latvian, Estonian and Maltese Air Operator Certificates. SmartLynx Airlines has been operating on the market for over 25 years.
The fleet consists of 18 Airbus A320 aircraft and 6 Airbus 321 aircraft flying across Europe, Asia and Africa
SmartLynx flight crew members represent more than 18 nationalities and speak multiple languages.
The average experience of captains is above 5300 block hours and first officers more than 1900 block hours.
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Minimum Entry Requirements

Steps of the preselection process:
1. Contact us
Please fill out the form below in order to get your personal manager at BAA Training who will guide you through the whole preselection process.
2. Initial discussion on terms, conditions and answers to possible Qs
You will be reached by email or phone to discuss your needs and terms of application. At this stage, the personal manager will answer all of your questions.
3. Document screening and schedule of the assessment date
After you provide your CV, scanned copy of your passport valid to travel abroad and educational documents you are ready to set the date of the assessment.
4. Candidate assessment
Go through the candidate assessment process allowing to assess whether you possess certain personal traits, competencies, cognitive abilities and skills, English language knowledge and motivation necessary for a successful pilot.
The assessment is conducted through the reliable and valid test system Cut-e as well as a semi-structural interview.
5. Suitable candidate is presented to the airline
If a student‘s profile match with airline‘s requirements, he is presented to the airline for the final decision.
6. Candidate‘s final interview with the airline
The airline invites suitable candidates for the final interview. It involves group tasks and a personal interview.

Course content

THEORETICAL TRAINING
Theoretical part consists of 15 subjects (813:15 hours with exams) to be completed in 10 months.
- Air law
- Communication
- Operating procedures
- Mass and balance
- Instrumentation
- Meteorology
- Aircraft general knowledge
- Flight planning
- Performance
- General navigation
- Radio navigation
- Human performance & limitations
- Principles of flight
- VFR/IFR communications
- Advanced UPRT
NTS TRAINING
BAA Training introduces a new non-technical module in theoretical training – Pilot career development through NTS (Non-Technical Skills). This module is designed for students to develop skills and competences important for a successful pilot career: leadership, co-operation, teamwork, communication and other.
NTS training is prepared according to a new requirement from EASA to implement a new training course Area 100 KSA (Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes). This course will be mandatory for every training provider from 2022. BAA Training becomes one of the first training providers to add NTS training into its training syllabus – an extended training program is available from spring 2019.
BAA Training introduces a new non-technical module in theoretical training – Pilot career development through NTS (Non-Technical Skills). This module is designed for students to develop skills and competences important for a successful pilot career: leadership, co-operation, teamwork, communication and other.
NTS training is prepared according to a new requirement from EASA to implement a new training course Area 100 KSA (Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes). This course will be mandatory for every training provider from 2022. BAA Training becomes one of the first training providers to add NTS training into its training syllabus – an extended training program is available from spring 2019.
Course duration: 37 hours |
Course Duration: 37 hours
I PART. GROUP | II PART. PROFESSION | III PART. CAREER |
---|---|---|
1st meeting review | Aviation Business Trends & Pilot Profession | ATPL Theory revision before job interview |
COMPETENCES to develop: | Search and Selection process in the Airline & Introducing Airline Companies | ADVANCED Compass test |
1. Co-operation | 2nd group meeting | Job Interview Training (group training) 1 |
2. Leadership & Managerial Skills and teamwork | Job Interview Training (group training) 2 | |
3. Problem Solving & Decision Making | Session in the FFS | |
4. Workload Management & Situational Awareness | 3rd final meeting | |
Individual consultations |
I PART. GROUP
- 1st meeting review
Competences to develop:
- Co-operation
- Leadership & Managerial Skills and teamwork
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
- Workload Management & Situational Awareness
II PART. PROFESSION
- Aviation Business Trends & Pilot Profession
- Search and Selection process in the Airline & Introducing Airline Companies
- 2nd group meeting
III PART. CAREER
- ATPL Theory revision before job interview
- ADVANCED Compass test
- Job Interview Training (group training) 1
- Job Interview Training (group training) 2
- Session in the FFS
- 3rd final meeting
- Individual consultations
FLIGHT TRAINING
Flight training consists of 213 hours including Flight Navigation Procedure Trainer, single-engine and multi-engine aircraft.
- 147 hours – single-engine aircraft
- 11 hours – multi-engine aircraft
- 40 hours – FNPT II (Flight Navigation Procedure Trainer)
- 15 hours – FBS (Fixed-Base Simulator)
*Flight training sessions take place all year round.
BAA Training fleet consists of of six Cesna 172S, eleven Tecnam P2002JF, two Tecnam P2006T, one Cabri G-2. Find out more about our fleet here.
MCC TRAINING
MCC Training consists of 25 hours theoretical training and 15 hours of flight training at Full Flight Simulator (without motion system).
CAA EXAMINATION
- Air law
- Communication
- Operating procedures
- Mass and balance
- Instrumentation
- Meteorology
- Aircraft general knowledge
- Flight planning
- Performance
- General navigation
- Radio navigation
- Human performance
- Principles of flight
- VFR/IFR communications
INCLUDED
You will be provided with all the material needed for your successful training at BAA Training.
Training materials:
- Vol.5 Radio Navigation e-book
- NM-2 ruler
- PP-1 protractor
- CB-3 knee board
- CRP-5
- Vol. 1 Flying training e-book
- Logbook
- Tablet computer
Uniform:
- Tailor-made uniform
- Polo shirts for the flight season
- ATP(A) CBT (Bristol ATP theory software)
- Instructor fees
- Theory exams at the academy
Flying:
- Aircraft fees
- Fuel
- Airport landing/parking fees
- Permit costs for airports
- VFR, NVFR, IR, MEP fees
- UPRT, PBN and Non-technical skill training
- Instructor fees
NOT INCLUDED
- Assessment procedure – 380 EUR
- Medical examination for the EASA Class 1 Medical certificate. Please note that it can be less expensive to have medical examination in Lithuania as a fee for there is from 296,60 EUR for men and from 308,78 EUR for women
- Living expenses and accommodation
- CAA exams (a fee for one exam at Lithuanian CAA is 30 EUR)
- Issue of a professional license at Lithuanian CAA – 166 EUR
* the specified prices may change depending on service provider price changes
FUNDING
There are several options for students to get a partial or full funding for flight training. It is either a bank loan or different funding institutions in various countries. Find out more.
Please note that BAA Training does not provide financial support.
WHERE WILL YOU TRAIN AND LIVE
A theoretical part of your training is conducted at the academy headquarters in Vilnius, Lithuania. Take a 360 tour.
„QS Best Student Cities 2018″ placed Vilnius among TOP 100 best cities in the world for international students. According to the ranking indicators, the capital of Lithuania has a fairly low cost of living compared to other European capitals.

The city of Vilnius perfectly combines high-quality studies with unforgettable entertainment and comfortable living for a reasonable cost. Living in Vilnius can pose a unique experience for every student interested in discovering a new culture and travelling around. You can find plenty of hangout spots there such as wonderful historical places, cosy cafes, local markets, a variety of restaurants and nightclubs. Being in the heart of Europe, it is pretty easy to travel around, as you can easily reach even the furthermost cities in a few hours. Also, Vilnius has an easy access to nature within walking distance.
For the long term accommodation we offer LOOP hotel. The newly-built hotel of contemporary design, located next to the BAA Training premises, will provide you with a comfortable stay. LOOP hotel is located 1 kilometre away from the International Vilnius Airport and 3 kilometres away from the city centre.

The practical training will be held at one of our aerodromes. You could find more information about the aerodromes here.
If you have your practical training at Kaunas flight base, you can choose between staying in Vilnius and commuting to the aerodrome every day or temporarily moving to Kaunas. BAA Training could offer several partner hotels in Kaunas at affordable prices.
If you have your practical training at Lleida-Alguaire International Airport in Spain, BAA Training will also provide you with all the necessary information needed for staying there.
Lleida-Alguaire Airport is 150 km away from Barcelona’s city centre and you could easily reach the city by using public transport or by renting a car. BAA Training will inform you about transportation prices and accommodation possibilities. The academy has a number of partner hotels and apartments to stay in the area or you can choose one by yourself.

In Lleida, the famous Spanish sunshine is what you get here free of charge. Besides, food and culture are the main things you also need to enjoy in Spain. Lleida offers a wide variety of landscapes from the high Pyrenees mountains to national parks. In addition, Lleida is rich in its monumental heritage – historical churches and museums. You could also visit plenty of local pubs, cafes and restaurants to taste local dishes and drinks or to hang out with friends.
With Spain’s warm climate and outdoor lifestyle, you may find yourself spending much of your free time sitting at cafés, enjoying the sun, or exploring the cultural monuments.
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