What type rating does Wizz Air use?

Wizz Air operates 200+ Airbus A320/A321 NEO. The primary type ratings required are: A320.

Does Wizz Air have a cadet programme?

Yes. Wizz Air runs the Wizz Air Pilot Academy, which trains pilots from as low as 200 hours to First Officer.

What authority does Wizz Air operate under?

Wizz Air operates under the EASA (HCAA) and requires pilots to hold a licence issued under or validated by this authority.

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Wizz Air

Budapest, Hungary

Fleet

200+ Airbus+

Destinations

180+ destinations

Min. hours

200+ hours

Min. age

21 years

About Wizz Air

Wizz Air is one of Europe's fastest-growing low-cost carriers, operating exclusively Airbus A320 family aircraft including the latest A321neo and A321XLR. The airline recruits aggressively across Central and Eastern Europe and has a structured cadet programme (Wizz Air Pilot Academy) that runs with partner training organisations.

Fleet & network

Fleet

200+ Airbus A320/A321 NEO

Network

180+ destinations across Europe, Middle East, and North Africa

Type ratings required

A320 study guide

Cadet programme

Wizz Air Pilot Academy

Minimum 200 flight hours required at application.

View cadet programme

Pilot requirements

Minimum age: 21 years
Minimum flight hours: 200+ hours
Regulatory authority: EASA (HCAA)
Nationalities accepted: EU/EEA + work authorised in EU