The Lufthansa Group is recruiting over 2,000 new pilots by the end of 2025 for their growing aircraft fleets.
Their new campaign, ‘flybig,’ presents the pilot’s profession as more than just flying and highlights the role as managers of crews and inflight hosts in a global working environment.
The campaign targets both newcomers and previously trained pilots looking to join a Lufthansa Group airline, offering a range of employment models to suit different lifestyles.
The Group is particularly interested in attracting young women to pursue a career in the cockpit, emphasizing the importance of team spirit and interpersonal skills.
The campaign is being conducted through various media channels, including online, print, out-of-home advertising, and social media, and directs potential applicants to the European Flight Academy (EFA) website.
The European Flight Academy, the flight school of the Lufthansa Group, trains future pilots through a two-year program with theory and practical phases conducted in multiple locations.
EFA graduates receive priority for cockpit crew positions within the Lufthansa Group airlines, ensuring high safety and quality standards are maintained.
The timeline for new cabin features on Lufthansa’s short- and medium-haul routes ois from spring 2025, Lufthansa plans to gradually implement these improvements on 38 of its Airbus A320 aircraft currently in service.:
- Increased luggage capacity: The overhead compartments are 40 percent larger and can now accommodate up to twice as many suitcases or bags, allowing for easier and quicker storage.
- Tablet and smartphone holders: All seats will be equipped with dedicated holders for tablets and smartphones. Passengers can enjoy their own entertainment without needing to hold their devices or use the folding table.
- USB ports: Each seat will have a USB port for convenient charging of mobile devices.
- Enhanced seating comfort: Lufthansa is introducing new ergonomic seats from Geven, an Italian manufacturer. These seats offer more legroom, providing extra comfort for passengers.
