British Airways Opens 2027 Apprenticeships Paying Up to £27,611
British Airways has opened applications for 2027 apprenticeships in engineering, business and data science at Heathrow, Gatwick, Glasgow and Cardiff.
UKIn brief
- British Airways says applications are open for apprenticeships starting in 2027.
- Programmes cover aircraft engineering, business, data science and supply chain at Heathrow, Gatwick, Glasgow and Cardiff.
- Starting salaries range from £15,643 to £27,611 depending on the programme.
- The Heathrow Aircraft Maintenance listing for autumn 2027 closes on 19 November 2026.
| Country | UK |
|---|---|
| Organization | British Airways |
| Official source | British Airways Careers – Apprenticeships ✓ careers.ba.com |
British Airways has opened applications for its 2027 apprenticeships. The airline is offering paid places in aircraft engineering, business, data science and supply chain at Heathrow, Gatwick, Glasgow and Cardiff, with starting pay of up to £27,611.
Apprentices earn a salary from day one and gain a recognised qualification, with no student debt.
The 2027 programmes
| Programme | Location | Length | Starting salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Data Science | London Heathrow | 3.5 years | £27,611 |
| Business | London Heathrow | 3 years | £19,906 |
| Licensed Aircraft Engineer | Gatwick | 4 years | £17,339 |
| Licensed Aircraft Engineer | Glasgow | 4 years | £17,339 |
| Licensed Aircraft Engineer | Cardiff | 4 years | £17,339 |
| Aircraft Workshop | London Heathrow | 3.5 years | £17,339 |
| Engineering Supply Chain | London Heathrow | 18 months | £17,339 |
| Heathrow Aircraft Maintenance | London Heathrow | 3 years | £16,000 |
| Aircraft Mechanic | London Heathrow | 2 years | £16,000 |
| Wales Aircraft Systems and Components | Cardiff | 3 years | £15,643 |
The Heathrow Aircraft Maintenance scheme has spring and autumn 2027 intakes. Its autumn listing says pay rises to at least £26,000 in year two.
Entry requirements
Requirements differ by scheme. In short:
- Heathrow Aircraft Maintenance: aged 16 by the start; GCSE grade 5 in Maths and in Combined Science or Physics, plus grade 4 in English Language.
- Licensed Aircraft Engineer (Gatwick, Glasgow, Cardiff): A Level Maths and one of Physics, Engineering or Chemistry, or an equivalent Level 3 qualification. Scottish equivalents are accepted.
- Data Science: GCSE Maths and English at grade 4+, and 128 UCAS points (ABB) with a B in A Level Maths, held or predicted.
- Business: GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 or above are desirable.
- Aircraft Mechanic and Engineering Supply Chain: aged 18 by the start.
- Wales Aircraft Systems: aged 16 by the start, with grade C in Maths, English and one Science; predicted grades accepted.
- Aircraft Workshop: at least grade 5 (B) in Maths, with English and Science desirable; predicted grades accepted.
Key dates
British Airways does not list one closing date for every programme. The Heathrow Aircraft Maintenance (autumn 2027) listing closes on 19 November 2026. Popular schemes can close early once enough people apply, so do not wait.
How to apply
Apply only on British Airways' official careers site: careers.ba.com/apprentices. Pick your programme, check the full requirements and submit the online application. BA never charges a fee to apply.
What it means for job seekers
- School and college leavers: this is a paid route into aviation, a sector where licensed engineers are hard to find.
- Check your predicted grades now. Several schemes accept predicted results, so Year 13 students can apply this autumn.
- Choose the right location. Many roles involve shift work at the airport, so think about travel.
- Prepare for assessments. Expect online tests and an assessment day; brush up on maths and mechanical reasoning.
For more youth opportunities in the UK, read about Amazon's 30,000 jobs for young people and the government's apprenticeship plans.
Frequently asked questions
Are British Airways apprenticeships open for 2027?
Yes. British Airways' careers site says applications for apprenticeships starting in 2027 are now open.
How much do British Airways apprentices earn?
Starting pay ranges from £15,643 (Wales Aircraft Systems) to £27,611 (Data Science), depending on the programme.
What qualifications do I need?
It depends on the scheme. Many ask for GCSE Maths and English at grade 4 or 5; the Licensed Aircraft Engineer route needs A Level Maths plus a science, and Data Science asks for ABB at A Level.
What is the closing date?
BA does not give one date for all schemes. The Heathrow Aircraft Maintenance autumn 2027 listing closes on 19 November 2026, so apply early.
Apply only on the official site.
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