Midex Airlines (Merged)

[Lupus-Zorro]

Anyone got info on this operator? Claims to own 7 X 747 400F's and 2 x A300B4-200F's Guess MIDEX stands for Middle east express blah blah blah

[international hog driver]

I had some gen on this a while back from some mates who were all being head hunted by Chinese wispers and keen to bail from a particular 744 operating airline.

Some left well over a year ago and my contact also left the jungle paradise for a new sandpit to play in and since then I have lost contact with the progress.

It appeared that you had to be in the know and it was a select bunch of recommendations to get you into the group. Money and rotation options seemed very good at the time however I think the delay was due to the lack of airframes available.

Since the above info was current things have changed a fair bit with EK and the 747 freighters and start of Jade and almost start of Great Wall.

Lets wait and see what comes about in the next few months.


(I have tried to put as many hints in as possiable without outing myself so if you want to play the game F_I_L_L_IN _THE_B_L_A_N_K_S)

[Lostinspace]

Have heard that they are looking for A300/B4 crews with first course in April. For interest anyone know where sims for this type are. Do not recall seeing any in usual places.

[MaxBlow]

One is in BRU and I remember one in Burghes Hill as well. There used to be one at Olympic in ATH as well but not JAA approved.

[blackbaron]

The Chief Pilot is a long time friend of mines he is from the USA, the COO is from Focus Air. 1 747 a couple of B4's base is El Amin, commuting schedule 5 wks on 3 wks off. Housing is under construction, hotel for now. I heard 8 grand for Capts with 75 a day additional. Sims in CDG. Thats all i know for now

[747fanatic]

Heard the 747 is going to be PH-MCN, still active with Martinair. When is the delivery date?

[Heilhaavir]

I think you mean "Al Ain" (OMAL) Blackbaron.

[MatchaLover]

Midex is a newly formed cargo company based in UAE. Corporate office is in Dubai. Headquarters for government sponsor is in RAK or Ras Al Khaimah just north of Dubai. The Midex Hub is Al Ain (OMAL) which is a small town 1 hour south of Dubai and 2 hours east of Abu Dhabi. Maintenance base is in OMAA.

Losely... the Midex plan is to fly cargo from India (A300) to Al Ain and continue to Paris (747). They have been trying to get started but I think overestimated their ability to start an airline.

Midex owns 6 A300B4s and 2 742s.

Abdul Saboor has recently joined as COO. (former Focus)

The pay is: Captains $100/hour. 70 hr guarantee. Shared housing provided. $40 per day food allowance. 5 weeks on 3 weeks off. Travel on days off. They buy the tickets home. Training is in done at Air France ORY.

Pilot contract yet to be delivered. Bond to be expected.

All terms subject to change.

[747fanatic]

Two B747s? I thought they only have the one they will be getting from martinair. What about the other one?

[747fanatic]

Any update on this one? when they taking off?
They have a schedule up on the website now.

[Flying Mechanic]

we taxi past a A300 yesterday in Frankfurt, it was Iclandic registered.

[Lostinspace]

Air Atlanta have a number of A300s based Abu Dhabi

[aviator1979]

Hi , i m wandering that if midex looking for F/O s , if yes where can we make an application ? thanks for reply from now , take care ... :)

[greendotspeed]

5 weeks on 3 weeks off.
Pay for FO's approx 6000US while on the 5 weeks, less if you are on holiday approx 5000US.
Do not know if they will have a transportation allowance. They will set up the pilots with an apartment, do not know if it will be sheared or each one gets one.
First ground school in April, they need a lot of pilots.
6 A300-B6 and 1 747-200. A lot of flying during the 5 weeks on.
Sound like a good management team, good luck to all.:ok:

[clearedIFR]

midex has it´s 742F from martin allready parked in al ain and will start their 74 operation within the nex 45 days (formalitys aso)....source midex
cheers

[aviator1979]

Can anybody help me ? everything is fine with the midex cargo , it's ok but could you please tell me that where can we make an application for cockpit crew position ?

[747fanatic]

In fact its the other way round. A large number of pilots have been inherited along with the B4s from express.net.

[Heilhaavir]

aviator, try calling or sending here:

Abdul SABOOR
PO Box 9636 - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Tel: +971 3 7854470 * Fax: +971 3 7854480 * GSM: +971 50 1290522
E-mail: [email protected]

[greendotspeed]

Yes that is the person you need to contact. I meet him the other day and he was a very very nice person. Good luck.:ok:

[aviator1979]

Many thanks to your replies gentlemens , to Heilhaavir and Greendotspeed, with my best wishes :)

[747fanatic]

Any updates? Have the B4s taken off?

Heard the 747 was to fly in from CGK after maintenance checks?

[TopSwiss 737]

Heard the 747 was to fly in from CGK after maintenance checks?

Affirm 747fanatic. PH-MCN was delivered to MidEx at AAN from CGK by a Martinair crew on April 14th. She underwent an FC check over in Jakarta. CN landed at around 4:15 pm.
This brings an end to Classic operations within Martinair Holland (aah good old times :hmm:) but hopefully we'll see her going strong for years to come!

Greetz, TS737

[hjmemon]

Hi everybody,,,,,,,,,,,anyone knows when their first flight is gonna be,,,,their sked on websites say flights from 30th march but havent seen any news or photos on net till now. What about their first induction course?????when is it gonna start??????

[MatchaLover]

The COO Abdul Saboor has quit. The only A300 TRE/TRI has quit. I do not know how long the rest can take the abuse they are handing out. Last I heard no drinking alcohol in your "own" apartment. Oh and the contract has been changed to exclude the 30 day vacation.

Not much to recommend here guys.

[Heilhaavir]

Well well well, is that really a surprise? Where's Saboor heading now, back to Focus? hahahahahahahaha

[MatchaLover]

Respectfully. What difference does it make where I am? What is...is and everyone knows it shares it. If you want to know something ask.

Oh yes and the amount of spy vs employee at Midex management and UAE in general is repugnant.

[hjmemon]

Was mr. Abdul Saboor TRI/TRE for pilots or for flight engineers????
if for pilots then who is one for the flight engineers?????

[747Capn]

Mr. Saboor was to have been the COO. Dave McLane (ex-Focus) will be heading up the flight engineer side of things.

Supposedly the owner of the company has reneged on benefits and reduced others. This is why Abdul left. Anyone going there get it in writing and watch your six!!!!!!

[tom744]

What a pity that Abdul Saboor seems to have bad luck with start up's.
I met him few years ago in Bangkok where he was the DO from Thai Pacific Airlines (unfortunately they never left the ground).
He is one of the nicest and most competent people I ever met in my career.
I wish him good luck and all the best

[aviator1979]

Hi , everyone ,sorry for Mr.Saboor , does anyone know ,with whom can i talk for application for f/o position ? and do do they need f/o 's also , thanks ...

[MatchaLover]

Probably nobody at the moment...I hear the GCAA are about to put the brakes on because everybody in management that knew anything about flying airplanes has left. They are advertising for an A300B4 TRE/TRI at the moment. Not to many available on short notice.

[hjmemon]

any further updates guys??????????????

[slowto280]

Just wondering if anything has changed at Midex. I know they have had a hard time finding/keeping people already. I believe a month or so back, pay was increased a small amount, but it appears, other items may have gone away. I would be interested if anyone has any current news. Thanks.

[WWDispatch]

Just heard Manager Flight Ops Midex also resigned...The airline really is on the down trend instead of up..Bye Bye!! Midex!!!!

[Lion 01]

Don't count Midex out yet!!!

[hjmemon]

accoeding to their new schedules on their website, their aircrafts are supposed to leave ground today (1st May).....any news

[elobeid]

I believe Midex are still recruiting crew for both types and also looking for Loadmasters/schedulers/destpatchers. Does'nt sound like downward motion !!

[hjmemon]

their website has been redone,,,,,looking much better than the previous three page website.
this indicates midex soon to be in air.....
anyone with further info,,, pls share.

[747fanatic]

Did the A300B4 crew training start in Paris? Or they still looking for a TRE/TRI for the job.

[747fanatic]

No word from there guys?

[superspotter]

Saw one of their A300'soperating in NBO Friday night.

[hjmemon]

Hi superspotter
just little bit of clarification. you said you saw onw of their b4s in Nairobi, NBO. Cause their schedule doesnt say anything about going into Nairobi. Should be grateful for further info and/or pics.
thnx

[Lion 01]

Yes, you're right. There was a Midex aircraft on the ground at NBO. It was doing its first charter flight for the company.

[Queen of the Desert]

This was an aid flight from NBO into RGN, first they had operated..

[747fanatic]

any updates on the 747? Has it recieved the UAE reg.?

[Short Bus Drive]

Any updates??

[freighterone]

Anyone know who the owner is?

[whazitdoinnow]

According to a mate of mine who worked for Midex it doesn't look to rosy. Their infrastructure is a bit of a mess, to say the least. Last month they were looking for an A300 TRI/TRE for two days, yes two days to run the sim for recurrent training. So far nobody took the "bait".
I hope it will work out for them boys over there right now.

[Short Bus Drive]

Any info about roster, QOL, etc..? How many buses out flying as of now? How many crews?

SBD:)

[747fanatic]

Nothing flying right now. No schedules no crews. Some odd charters to Maynmar for the quake relief efforts. Still a long way to go.

[rogerdabootler]

Gents - Am afraid commercially their whole business model doesnt stack up, Indian subcontinent feed to large plane to Europe, Worlds 5th largest integrator etc...sorry price of fuel and other Middle East carriers operating regional freighters to all the same places and guess what adequate lift nowadays direct ex sub continent. My guess is Midex is Empost 2 and they havent flown in a while now have they.? and even when they did it was ACT charters via IST. A300 B4 is not a plane you can make money with am afraid. Even the big boys EK / QR / EY with their A300-600 and A310s dont have enought work and their costs per kilo are beyond market tolerance..But would like to be proved wrong as the business is losing its entrepreneurs daily...

[WhaleDriver]

Heard from a friend, Midex 747 crews are getting checked out in MIA this week, then JAA course in a couple weeks in UAE. I believe, all ex-Focus?

[atlast]

...Midex plane?

Boeing 747 -21AC(SCD) 24134 TC-AKZ Ankair delivery 31may08 AMS-SAW, all wh, no titl ex N134AP

[747fanatic]

No.

PH-MCN now A6-MDG

[hjmemon]

@WhaleDriver,
Whats the latest on the check out of 747 guys.
Also the JAA course that you are talking about, is it for the 747 or A300b4 crew?

[747fanatic]

Heard the 747 is going to fly for Lufthansa.
What routes?

[747Skyrider]

Latest I have heard it was supossed to be a codeshare with Corsair. 6 times a week AIN-ORY (if they are ever going to launch)
Where did you hear this LH variant?

[WhaleDriver]

Whats the latest on the check out of 747 guys.
Also the JAA course that you are talking about, is it for the 747 or A300b4 crew?

Sorry, no new info.

[hjmemon]

Thanks Whale Driver,
Shall appreciate an update whenever you have any info!!!!!!

[747fanatic]

My understanding is AIN-ORY will be a B4 operation where as the 747 will for the timebeing fly for LH.

[Short Bus Drive]

Any set class date yet for B4?

SBD

[hjmemon]

Dont know about the class date, but heard they were suppose to start off their ops with B4s from 18th (yesterday), to BEY and ORY.....any body with any further news or photos????

[P737]

Did you get any news about when they will start their ground scholl for new pilots??

[hjmemon]

No news on the grnd school that I know of. Anyways really hope they start soon. Would love to see A300 B4s again in the skies of Mid-East and Indo-Pak (as planned)
BTW was looking out for Midex Flight to ORY on Flightstats. It seems like they have started their AAN-BEY-ORY flights. Would appreciate if anybody out there at AAN/BEY/ORY can get a picture.
Thanks

[aviator1979]

Hi , i have a question , does anyone know about the chief pilot s e_mail adress,tel or how to contact ? for A300 , thanks ...

[hjmemon]

@Aviator
Call +971 3 7854470 and ask for Chief Pilot OR Mr. Anthony Grass (director ops)
Alternatively go to www.midexairlines.com (http://www.midexairlines.com) check their contacts page.
It has Mr. Anthony's Office, cell and email listed.

Btw which position are you applying for?
Good luck

[747fanatic]

anyone here working for these guys?

[slowto280]

Chief Pilot is Capt. Jack Brynes. Good luck!!

[blackbaron]

I know Jack!!! EXCELLENT GUY FOR CP

[whazitdoinnow]

It is Byrnes or Burns iso Brynes ( in case you call him)

[slowto280]

Typo, BYRNES as in 'Burns'............ it's all Greek to me......... Yes, nice guy.

[747fanatic]

CP for A300?

[whazitdoinnow]

I thought that Jack is the Dir of Ops at Midex but that might be some time ago.

[Lostinspace]

Is A Graas(Director of ops) still there? Thought he left just after Abdul Saboor(Chief ops officer).

[Najma727]

On June 25 th Midex Airlines made it's 1st official landing at BEY. Hope more to come. Saw a pic in US Today upon arrival in Bey.
But still no news about further operation and scheduled flights to other destinations for A300B4's and B-747. Only know it operates AAN-BEY-ORY 3x a week with a A300B4. Where is the B747?
Still no news about the Groundcourse for the A300B4 guys. It may take a long time as they may have sufficient crew currently for this operation.
I wander if they can cope as a "starting airline" with the raised fuel prices.
Hope they'll survive though.

http://www.usatoday.com/travel/flights/item.aspx?type=photo&photo_id=03mgfkY8Yp4cV&tid=000000000&pn=2 (http://www.usatoday.com/travel/flights/item.aspx?type=photo&photo_id=03mgfkY8Yp4cV&tid=000000000&pn=2)



:ok:

[coastrider]

I came to know from a guy working for Midex (747) that the A300B4groundcourse has been posponed for some time now since there's a lack of qualified A300B4 instructors.
It's hard to believe that not a single and U.A.E. DGCA qualified 300B4 instructor can't be found as still A300B4 trainingfacilities are available in Europe and the U.S.
I'm wandering the real reasons for not sending the B4 guys to the groundcourse[/B]. Maybe too many A/C and not too many parcels??


CR :confused:

[hjmemon]

Well I dont know why, but they could get it done by PIA Training Center in Karachi, Pakistan. It should be no problem with UAE DGCA as PIA was the one to launch EK with their B4s. Though PIA dont operate B4s anymore and their Sim is also sold out but I am pretty sure that the ground course can still be arranged pretty easily and at lot cheaper cost than the ones done in Europe or USA.......

[Najma727]

No news at all about Midex flights on flight stats or any updated news about their operation or groundschool B4
Would appreciate any update, Thx.

Naj.

[hjmemon]

Well go to Flight Stats, in the flight status section, try putting AAN-BEY or BEY-ORY in route setion and it would come up with MG1 Flight. Though MG is IATA for ex-Champion, which apparently has ceased ops.

Najma Check your PM

[soto]

Honestly, MIDEX not having business model/plan. Graas is not MIDEX staff, but only consultant who sold A/c to the president. Show run by 1 flight despatcher, and person on commercil frond who is non-airline, non-cargo, non ...sense.
Saboor make good decison... get out soooon.

[2 Dogs]

The aircraft is sitting on the tarmac in Al Ain, where it has been for a couple of months, engines and gear all wrapped in plastic - don't think it is going anywhere soon. Still painted with PH rego.
3 A300's also parked - they flew a few flights last week but seem to be back in mothballs again :(

[hjmemon]

@ 2 Dogs,
Well these aircrafts not flying,,,,,is it because of crew shortage or no payload available?????

[soto]

crew shortage is one among other reasons. No business plan, the boys doing the work (except the dispatchers) are all non-airline background.
Good opportunity being run down by a "poor" investor. What wud u do if you were a billionaire ??

[2 Dogs]

Dunno about crew shortage - groups of 8 or 10 pilots can be seen at the terminal canteen on a regular basis, and they don't seem to have much to do.

[Lion 01]

Ever consider it might be office staff since there is no other place to eat near the airport????

[hjmemon]

Well am not sure who were the people seen at the airport canteen, but from what i heard is that they have 3 sets of operational crew on B4s and know atleast one capt who recently did his sim in Miami for 747. Also that they are operating 3 weekly AAN-BEY-ORY flights with increase in freq after they get their first batch of ground class done.

[hjmemon]

Well, with the way things are moving, I would say very soon. Probably with a month's time.
Anyone joining the first batch of ground class. please pm me.
Thanks

[P737]

Many thanks hjMemom
Please check your P. Box
Regards

[boo65rule]

Anyone in the August A300 class in CVG?

[747fanatic]

FAA/ICAO B747-200 Captains, First Officers & Flight Engineers - Shenzhen, Wuhan, Dubai, Luxembourg Bases.

Is this Midex?

[thedude1]

No, that is Unitop. They have been using ACMI carriers in the past.

[747fanatic]

Setting up their own airline now? How many 747s do they have?

[slowto280]

Shenzhen based Uni-top has been talking about their own certificate for at least 4.5 years now. They have used some Philippine airline certificates in the past, as the ACMI's they used didn't have the route rights. If you don't subscribe to Climbto350, WASINC will be doing the hiring and they say Uni-top will acquire 3 - 747-200's the end of this month. They also go on to say the employment package has not been fully completed yet, but it will be 'competitive'. IMHO. if after all these years (at least 4.5), they must be serious.

[African Queen]

The 747 is starting to look very sad. the plastic engine covers and wheel wraps are in tatters after the last couple of Shamals. no sign of movement.
A300's doing occasional night flights to Beirut.
No crews available ??
Rumor of moving base to Iran ??

[747fanatic]

All Rumors. Orly operation is in full swing. More B4 crews have been added to sustain the operation. 5 more sets are under training in Cincinnati.

Everything is slow in the UAE. 747 registeration is the delay.

[hjmemon]

Yup, as far as i know, 4 set currently under training in CVG, expected to report Al-Ain for line training and flying by end of September. Next batch (i think also of 4 set, but not sure) to start training immediately after these first 4 leave cincinnati.
BTW 747fanatic, do you know the days of operations for orly flights and how these flight s are doing (interms of payload)?
HJM

[aviator1979]

seriously crew shortage ? or any other reasons ? why aren t they flying ? any info pls?

[aviator1979]

Cuz i ve send cv 2 times to [email protected],but no news bad or good in spite of i ve 1500 hours on A300 B4 and currently flying on this type.I would like to talk to chief pilot but i could not get through him.Is the e_mail adress correct? :ugh: Anyone got info? Appreciated ...

[MrXrules]

Phuket Air may be looking for the 747 types now since most western pilots have left for greener pastures and safety at Midex.
The grass is definetly greener on the other side of the fence!

[aviator1979]

thanks , but i d like to work out of my country ...

[African Queen]

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[African Queen]

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They do fly .... sometimes !!!!!!!!!

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[hjmemon]

Beautiful set of pictures,,,,,would love to see more.....

BTW i think thats the M Rats 380 starting takeoff roll in the second last pic. If so then quite surpirised that Al Ain can handle 380s as well.
Nice to see the first of the type and the latest from Airbus Industries at the same airport

BTW African Queen, do you work for Midex or at Al Ain Airport.
PM me if you want to,

Thanks once again,
HJM

[African Queen]

You have sharp eyes HJ - I wondered if anybody would spot it ........

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[hjmemon]

Thanks for the pics.
really liked the second pic of A380s. Nice comparison between one of the largest aircrafts ever made and a tiny little GA trainer (I believe of Horizon, could be wrong)

Also in the third pic, number 3 engine reverser seems to be deployed!!!!!!!wondering why??????

Anyways overall really nice pics.

HJM

[African Queen]

Nice comparison between one of the largest aircrafts ever made and a tiny little GA trainer (I believe of Horizon, could be wrong

You are :)
It's a PC7, military training ac.

[747jetdriver]

Gentlmen,

Any Idea when the next class for Unrated A300B4 crews will start?.......:ok:

Thanks!

[aviator1979]

Gentlemens,
Any news about Midex ?

[African Queen]

Well,
they have ripped all the plastic coverings off the B747 so maybe it will actually move sometime in the near future ;)

[747fanatic]

B747 is now registered. A6-MDG

[African Queen]

I hope they clean up all the "rust" stains on the tail when they paint the new registration on.:ok:

[747fanatic]

African Queen,

Any updates on the Midex 747? should be out of temp storage now.

[747F]

they indeed planning on operating the -200F at the end of this month

the A300s are used as much as the pilots can fly them x still 3/7 freq. to BEY/ORY plus occasional charters x germany is coming on-line next

anyone still suggesting Midex would be going under ???

[747fanatic]

still planning to fly for Lufthansa?

[B747eng]

Does anyone know if they are looking for Classic rated crews.

[thedude1]

Not as of right now with there only being one 74 on the property. Several of the A-300 guys are still current is the 742 also.

[747fanatic]

The last i heard 74 guys were still not in Al Ain. Any update on the schedule?

[747Skyrider]

It will never fly.
Don't spend too much effort in this unless you are really desperate.
There is no organisation behind it. The UEA will revoke the AOC at the first audit.

[Fish Head on Final]

GOD you are sad;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;:ugh:

[Short Bus Drive]

That is very true, good outfit to work for and they treat thier crews well. I think is a good startup and they will grow for sure.

SBD :ok:

[WhaleDriver]

That is very true, good outfit to work for and they treat thier crews well. I think is a good startup and they will grow for sure.

SBD

First off, if you're a crew member, you're the last to know about the financial health of the company. Focus guys were swearing the financial strength was there until the doors slammed shut. Gemini guys were shocked at the end.

Has the 747 made a revenue flight yet? This has been promised for six months? LH was supposed to be the customer. Are they still waiting?

[747fanatic]

It is now certain that the world is going into a recession. Trade flows are going to drop and so will the smaller outfits with weak operations.

[BossyAussy]

A bloke I know over there says that some of the crews are 2 or 3 months behind in being paid. I think we all know what that means.

[Heilhaavir]

<<A bloke I know over there says that some of the crews are 2 or 3 months behind in being paid. I think we all know what that means.>>

Maybe the bloke you know confuses Midex with Orex, cause that's the case at the latter...

[747fanatic]

Midex B747 crew is still not in AL AIn.
The last i heard, they were not being payed and were told that backpay will be credited once they are brought to AL AIn.
Just a matter of how long can you wait?
One Captain i know has already left for the same reason.

[Storpikk]

Heard 4 Airbuses are on the ground because of lack of crews to fly them any confirmation on this....:rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes:

[aviator1979]

I do not think so.I think there are some problems regarding the AOC.

[Storpikk]

Thanks Aviator,

Hope they get the problems resolved soon, seems like a good outfit with a good future in that region.

:D:ok::ok:

[Dengue_Dude]

I was chatting with an FE and an FO from Midex in the hotel in CDG yesterday and they seemed quite happy - they certainly were not running the company down.

They'd prefer 4 weeks on 4 off rather than 5/3 - but who wouldn't?

Good luck to them

[Lion 01]

Not sure were 747 Fanatic is getting his information but all of the 747 crews are in Al Ain except for the ones with visa issues. The 747 flew a test flight yesterday and will be on the AOC soon. Revenue flights to commence before the end of the month.

Also, the crews are being paid and no Captains on the B747 or A300 have left over pay issues. You must be talking about the Captains that have been fired from Midex.

[747fanatic]

Thanks for the info.

Also heard that the 747 chief pilot left? How many 747 sets does Midex have? are they still hiring?

[teardrophold69]

True according to a bloke working there.:(

[teardrophold69]

Do you work there or are you just assuming you know?

[longshot]

how many B747 Midex operate ?

[WhaleDriver]

One, for now. Promises of more to come.

[aviator1979]

Hi,
Is Midex still rectuiting first officers for A300 ?

[aviator1979]

( Recruiting ? )

[Lion 01]

Yes, Midex is still recruiting current and qualified (in past two years)A300 First Officers. You can send your CV (resume) to [email protected]. You will need to include a color copy of your passport, licenses, medical, date of your last A300 PC, and proof that you have past the English Proficiency Test. If you do not include the above listed items they will not look at your resume.

[aviator1979]

thank you very much , :O

[2 Dogs]

Midex operate (?) one B747 at the moment with more to come ......

I wonder where they are going to park all these aircraft. The A4's now occupy all of the available freight bays and the B747 is parked away on the remote apron.
When the Antonovs and Illyushins are in town (which is quite often) they have to park on remote taxiways.

The Mpost operation that was originally based in Al Ain (with 2 Airbusses) and was supposed to eventually have a large fleet (I believe the No. 50 was mentioned) moved elsewhere because the freight handling facilities in Al Ain could not handle 1 Airbus let alone a fleet. How is Midex coping with that - or do they not uplift out of Al Ain, only Beirut?
I see some new construction going on at the airport. Is that an upgrade of the freight facilities??

[WhaleDriver]

Has the 747 flown a revenue flight yet? Supposed to have been test flown two weeks ago.

[Dengue_Dude]

I was told that the 74 flew a test flight yesterday (that WAS yesterday) - by a new Midex skipper in the CDG Hilton.

[tomjonesca]

The Midex 747 has flown only one time since it's arrival here in Al Ain. The Chief Pilot, the Chief Flight Engineer and a current FO did a 2 hour test flight the first week in Nov. This is the only flight done. We are working on getting one part and hopefully our first CDG flight will take place by this weeks end.

Midex is starting a hiring for the Airbus program, seems the next few will be coming online shortly. They are stored in Abu Dhabi as of now. Flight to 350 has info on hiring posted as of this writing.

[B747eng]

Any idea if they will be looking for B747 Flight Engineer's.

[mutt]

Dont know about Midex, but Saudia are hiring FE's.


Mutt

[slowto280]

Just saw where Star Airlines (Orex) is looking for JAR/FAA 74 crews. Climbto350. Seems like previously only JAR, but must have changed.

Welcome To Star Aircargo (http://www.staraircargo.com/site/default.asp)

Saw them passing through HKG the other day.

Also on 350, Family Airlines. FAA only though. They intended to start with 400's. Guess having second thoughts....?

Family Airlines (http://www.familyairlines.com/index7.html)

:D

[B747eng]

Mutt. Do you have the contact details for Saudia.

[Lion 01]

i would not believe the recent post concerning Midex Pay. I'm sure this information is coming from one of the A300 pilots who failed to meet the requirements per the contract. The company does pay it's pilots. The only problem is that if you are not in the UAE on payday you do not get paid. BUT ON RETURN TO THE UAE THE PILOTS ARE PAID. Not per the contract, but the contract does say the company has unitl the 10th. The pay at to most is a week or so late. This is happening because some of the crews go home on their three weeks off and when it is time to come back they were making claims that they were sick or had to take care of some personal issue. Of course the delay would put them at home at the end/beginning of the month and Midex would pay their salaries in good faith. Then they wouldn't return after receiving their salaries. Turns out that they were sitting in class with someone else. So, the company got tired of being burned and now only pays the guys if they are in the country. THE BOTTOM LINE IS THAT THEY DO PAY!! Also, there is a bit of confusion between when a new hire goes on full salary. I believe they are working this out. Confusion between what the Dir. of Ops and the President of the company is telling payrole. For the most part all of the crews are happy at Midex Airlines. Good airplanes to fly, fair salary, and a five weeks on, three weeks off schedule. With the global economy the way it is, BE GLAD THAT THERE IS A COMPANY LIKE MIDEX STILL UP AND RUNNING. Don't believe posting from some disgruntled pilot who didn't make the cut.

[airbusgus_2003]

LION_01, Has this pay problem been resolved ?
Sources I hear from inform me this involves all new hire crews and still a ongoing problem.
Saying be glad to have a job, having a job that pays would be better stated.

[Lion 01]

The new crews are being paid, just not full pay. Their contract states that they will be on training pay until they complete training (completion of a line check). I believe the intial new hire class dragged on and someone promised them full pay when the arrived in Al Ain. But, no one bother to clear it with the president of the company. So, per the contract they are being paid correctly.

I guess the guy who made the promise should make sure that the President of the company approves of deviation from the contract. Especially when it comes to pay issues.

There are also a couple of guys with medical issues who I believe aren't being paid. Something to do with getting a medical in the UAE. Per the Midex contract if you can't get a medical and license in the UAE you can't be employed there.

So, looks like a few people are just trying to make Midex look bad.

[abel.amir]

Hey, Lion 01 you sound like a management type, ;)

[Lion 01]

Just making sure everyone has the full story.

[747fanatic]

I believe Midex is an airline for those desperate for a job and willing to take crap. Promises are made and broken easily.

Lion01: keeping the management hat aside; dont you think?

[Lion 01]

Good airplanes to fly, fair pay, and where can you find an overseas job where you get 5 weeks on, and three weeks off. Yes, there is some crap but you get that anywhere you work.

Some people who have never worked overseas and in a middle eastern country might have some problems adjusting. But it is one of the better middle eastern countries to work in.

It's like everything else in life, it's what you make of it.

[mohamed]

please do you have contact for saudia.


middex is hiring but under 58yr :):)

[747fanatic]

Cant trust Midex for its word. Maybe a filler for the unemployed but not a place to go if you already have a job.

The airline is run on personal whims of the management. The slightest cry for unfairness is a cause for dismissal.

To the 747 guys... how long do you plan to wait to fly?

[aerotransport.org]

Database says 747 planned in service 21dec08
/A

[747fanatic]

Try telling them that.

[bilalgi007]

Hi MatchaLover (http://www.pprune.org/members/169335-matchalover) ,

Do you have any contact number for Midex to apply as i don't find any online.. I have recently done flight dispatch in Dubai, looking out to join ASAP

[airbusgus_2003]

Breached contracts, Breached promises = trouble.

[Lion 01]

Let me ask all of you who are concerned about the pay. Does Midex pay you eventually (except for those who have medical issues and problems obtaining UAE license which is a seperate issue)? THe way I see it is that the latest someone would get paid is at the most 11 days late (assuming a person starts time off on the sast day of the month which is not right per the contract and unfair). But at least you get paid. Trying going to work for Orex where you don't get paid and get fired if you ask for your pay.

In time, I believe the issue of getting paid while you are out of the UAE will be resolved. But the first time that one of the crews fails to return from his time off it will return to the way it is now.

[Heilhaavir]

Let me ask all of you who are concerned about the pay. Does Midex pay you eventually (except for those who have medical issues and problems obtaining UAE license which is a seperate issue)? THe way I see it is that the latest someone would get paid is at the most 11 days late (assuming a person starts time off on the sast day of the month which is not right per the contract and unfair). But at least you get paid. Trying going to work for Orex where you don't get paid and get fired if you ask for your pay.

In time, I believe the issue of getting paid while you are out of the UAE will be resolved. But the first time that one of the crews fails to return from his time off it will return to the way it is now.

Why would you need lower yourself to comparing the BS going on at Orex with your company? The fact that Orex is screwed up should have no bearing on the conditions at Midex, nor does it make it a better place to work for. If the contract states that your crewmembers shall be paid on the 10th of the month, pay should be in everyone's account on the 10th of the month, period. Pretty simple no? Does your contract state that if any crewmember does not come back from his days off the rest of the group will have to suffer the consequences? ("But the first time that one of the crews fails to return from his time off it will return to the way it is now"). If you have a problem with an individual crewmember, deal with it with the legal means you have available to you, don't punish the rest of the group. Honor your contract and treat your pilot group as well as you were treated by your previous employer and you might not have to try and defend yourself each time someone posts his discontent...

[aviator1979]

Hi everyone,
Is Midex still hiring FO s for A300 ? And who is the chief pilot ? Thanks ...

[airbusgus_2003]

Breaches of contract allowed under what conditions?
Steer clear of this fly by night operation.

[Lion 01]

I still believe that the pay issue will be worked out. And yes, it is a breach of contract but the company is is the UAE and it is hard to fight it. Give it time and let some of the issues with the crewmembers causing trouble die down. Still a good place to work with a 5 weeks on 3 weeks off schedule and they are not going anywhere despite previous comments.

Merry Christmas Pat.

[Heilhaavir]

Merry Xmas to you & the gang.

[tomjonesca]

As an employee of Midex, I have to echo Lion 01s remarks. This is a good place to work, the pay is more than fair, the benefits package is good but it would be nice if the medical insurance would include the USA (it may in the future). We are affored large apartments free of charge. As of yet, nobody has to share an apartment. Al Ain isn't a bad place to live, it's a little quiet, but a descent place.

This company is owned by one Man. He makes the rules: we have the option to accept them or not. Nobody is holding a gun to our heads to work here. We do it by choice. Anyone that says otherwise has never worked here. Trust me when I say I have worked at much worse places.

Those that post here with their negative comments are either truely mis-informed or use to work here, got canned for doing something they shouldn't have or couldn't get a job here because they couldn't qualify. If you don't work here, then what you post is only a rumor.

Yes, our pay comes to us every month. The only bad part is... you have to be IN COUNTRY to get that pay. So depending on when you leave here to go home, it could be an impact on some. Why is it this way... because there is ALWAYS a few out there that try and work the system, cheat the company they work for, do what they can to milk someone out of money they don't always deserve and for that: the rest of us must pay the price. It's not easy, the pay system we currently have. But I truely believe that as time goes by, we hire crew members that want to be here, we will change the owners thoughts on this as he finds those that are here, return for work. When they are ready to not come here, they will give their 30 day notice and move on.

As far as the guy that made the comment "how long are you 747s guys going to hang in there"... me, I'm here for the long haul. I get paid, I get my medical, I get my roundtrip airline tickets... I have a job. The flying will come. It has already started.

We will be hiring A300 crews in the near future. 5 of the 6 planes are now online. I don't know when the 6th will come on. The 747-200, from my understanding, will be the only classic flown here... unless a really good deal on a really good plane shows up and then who knows. Midex LLC owns several 747-400s. It is RUMORED, from the owner himself at our last crew meeting, that he may bring 2 of them online sometime next year. I'm sure this will depend on how business goes. It's a wait and see game.

And for those you that have to ask questions like "are you management"... no, I'm not. I'm just a PFE glad to be here and have a job.

Happy Holidays to all of you...

Tom

[tomjonesca]

The Doctor asked me for your Phone Number?

Tom

[Heilhaavir]

LOL, wish him a Happy Hanukkah!

[747fanatic]

That explains it. PFE's are a dying breed hanging by the last thread. Majority of the PFE's are unemployed and desperate, the few jobs that are available are half way around the world with questionable operations such as Midex. So yes i am not surprised why Lion01 & Tomjones are just happy to be employed.
Good luck guys! I hope the Classic flies someday.

[Lion 01]

A quick message to B747 Fanatic. The Midex Airlines B747 completed its first operational trip on the 28th/29th of December 2008. The trip was from Al Ain -Beirut - Sulaymaniyah - Al Ain.

As for your negative remarks about PFE's, I guess you must me on of the pilots that was either released from Midex Airlines or wishes you had a job at Midex Airlines. Either way, it's just your opinion and if you ask most pilots that fly or have flown the classic they will tell you that they are very happy to have the "dying breed hanging on by a thread" PFE sitting between and behind them to back them up.

I also don't understand your comments about questionable operations. The company is well funded, good airplanes to fly (no shortcuts on maintenance), and well maintained. The only shortfall I see is with a shortage of staff in operations which is being resolved.

I hear Phuket Air is hiring, maybe you can go and check out there operation. Then you will know what a questionable operation is.

Best of Luck in the New Year!

[747fanatic]

Never was with Midex or have any intention to join them. There are better jobs out there, with new shiny jets, a solid business plan and a management that cares.

I sadly happen to know some very disgruntled Midex employees who are too afraid to speak up.

Good to know the queen is finaly back in the air. Hopefuly will catch u in Orly some day.

[Dengue_Dude]

If you've no intention etc . . .

Why are you so adamantly commenting on this thread?

Leave them in peace, my view (yes it's only mine) is - anyone who has a job flying should be happy and even grateful, because mortgages don't pay themselves.

Some jobs are good, some bad and some indifferent, but they're JOBS.

Midex, good luck guys and for every payday that passes with money going into your bank accounts - be thankful, there are many people sat on their butts without a pay check.

Good luck, and a Happy and Prosperous New Year!

[B737-GUY]

Hi,

Everybody here seems to be talking about pay check and they just happy with that - no one seems to be career oriented or has any job satisfaction!! Maybe they are are gone old and few years left in this field.
As regards to PFE, they are a dying breed and I don't blame them.

-What do you feel the first thing in the moring?
a. I love my job and my career.
b. Thank God I have a job.
c. I hate my job.
d. I am only here for my paycheck.

Wishing you all a very happy new and a prosperous new year..

Hi Pat..

Later guys...

B737-Guy

[The Sandman]

In my experience FOs are neutral or negative about PFEs whilst Capts love 'em. Funny thing about that, wonder why??

[Earl]

You make me laugh 747 fanatic.
PFE's are a dying breed and desperate hanging by a last thread?
What has this to do with this thread?
Bad choice of words here 747 fanatic, you have something against the F/E?
Someone posted Phuket air may be good for you.
But they don't have the shiny new jets, or 2 man cockpits you dream of and I know most of the PFE's there would eat you alive and put you in your place no matter how desperate you think they are.
Ask the last C/P that had an attitude at Phuket, did not use CRM and thought he was Top Gun and the PFE was useless.
Phuket lost a lot of good pilots because of this C/P thinking and lack of management abilities.
If you have a job that pays with the current aviation downturn you should consider yourself lucky.

[747fanatic]

PIA 747, where does that come from?

i appreciate how the old classic guys are defending Midex.
i am thinking all of you have recieved your fair share of the stick from previous employers and really hope that this one sticks.

This is not a personnal attack just a warning for those who may fall for the rosy stories here.

I am going to go fly my shiny jet! are you?:rolleyes:

[Earl]

747 fanatic, edited the above post for you.

[B737-GUY]

Seems crew members are being treated like.. Sh*t... I wish the owner was running an airline here in the US... would have drowned in law suits...

You have the experience and want to fly something new!!! go to India or China.. they are looking for pilots with experience.. Hey.. lot of experience pilots are Flying the RJs (nothing wrong with that) they love the job, enoy the flying and the benefits with a maid service!! having your uniform ready for work!!..with shoes polished!!! I love that!!

Check the web out!!

[B737-GUY]

Hi Lion KING!! (SU)

You seem to controlling this forum and know it all.. I was reading the forum,, and came across a name Capt. Abdul Saboor.. is he the same guy who worked with Saudia..years ago!!..

My dad was asking about it..

Let know..

Thanks

[Lion 01]

I'm not sure where you are coming from B737-Guy about the crewmember treatment. Yes, there are problems at Midex Airlines but many are working to resolve the issues/problems. Also, those who feel that they have been mistreated is because they don't understand the rules and the requirements in the UAE. The company is a start-up and as I'm sure you know there will always be growning pains. This is the owners first experience with an airline and he is learning. This is a good place to work and in time it will be a GREAT place to work.

As for Mr. Saboor, yes he was at Saudia early in his career. He is no longer with Midex and has moved on to Orex Airlines. Might try posting on their thread.

PS Not sure why someone who is not involved with the airline s choosing to post on this thread.

[747fanatic]

I am getting PMs from Midex employees and those in the process of recruitment.

The company is ridden with inconsistencies in policies at the expense of the candidates/new hires. Employment is offered by one only to be retracted by the other.

The recruitment manager needs to go through some serious HR grooming.

[Lion 01]

More comments from a someone who is getting rumors from crewmembers who don't have the big picture.

[slowto280]

3 man airplanes may not be 'shiny and new', but they can still be 'shiny' and thank God they still remain viable in some markets. Any hiring update for the A300 (even though my current job is 'perfect and problem free' just as all of my previous jobs have been........)? PM works if desired. :ouch:

[Storpikk]

747fanatic is correct, Midex is riding a wave now that will come crashing down on them once the economy recovers.

The Manager of Training is completely random in his hiring, says one thing and does something completely different. :=:=......Very unprofessional.

[justcantwait]

Are you norsk, storpikk? In that case pm me, pls.

[tomjonesca]

As a happy Midex employee... I read some of the postings here and have to laugh. This 747fanatic guy comes on here... never been an employee here (or so he says) spouting dribble of things he knows nothing about. He says he is only repeating what his "friends" who work here are saying to him but are afraid to speak up. I find that very hard to believe. Most every Pilot or Flight Engineer I have ever known (33 years in this business) had the balls to speak up when things weren't right. Are his "friends" such woosies that they have to get someone else to do their bidding. I hope I never have to fly with someone like that. My guess... you fly some little Cesna and use the 747 title to make yourself look good. Be a man, tell us who you are.

Working in the UAE is not like working in the USA. If you come here thinking it is, you came to the wrong place. The rules and guidelines here are nothing like what you're use to. The owner of this company makes and changes the way things are done at his whim... and he can do that because he owns the company. We may not always like some of the things that are done, but this company pays well, pays ontime and if there is anything wrong with your pay, they fix it. Were given our own apartments to live, transportation to and from work and complete uniforms.

You just have adapt to the way things are here... STOP complaining about it because you ain't going to change it... and know that you have a job when others are looking at layoffs. This is a startup airline, with all the same pains as any other start up. This company is well funded, owned by the man who owns one of the largest freight forwarding companys in Europe and will be here... even when the economy rebounds. We have 2 more 747s coming on property in April.

I said it before... here it is again... if you DON'T work here... then you don't know... no matter what your "friends" have to say. This is a good company and it gets better everyday. Find someplace to spread your trash.

Tom

[Dengue_Dude]

Well said.

Now that's a chap I could communicate with.

As I said earlier, every month that the money is in the bank (a few days late or not) is another mortgage payment made and food on the table.

Good luck guys, long may it continue.

Give my regards to Mr Casey - we spoke in the hotel in Paris.

[aviator1979]

Any recruitment details appreciated ?Who is in charge for hiring pilots ? And contact detais please . "Capt.David McLane" How can i contact him ?
Regards,

[Icarus2008]

Indeed, Midex got a great B747 from Martin Air, former COO did a great job until the day he delivered it, and then voila!
Numerous losers ex-Phuket joined including a red-herring pomm marked for molesting children while camping in JED during his first, and last Hajj.

The American F/E running the show is a back-stabber brought from Focus Air, and sold his skin for some more coins of silver that will not last, as he is not a qualified individual for running the show, neither any of the Italian campers who think they got Lybian oil back in history.:eek:

Should you want to show Zero (0) hours on your logbook for the past 6 months flying the B747's this is the job you need. Presently SIM sessions are being organized in USA, and possible affidavits for arrest of the molester issued if he turns up into any U.S immigration posts with his U.K Passport. Also tagged by FAA and CAA for several violations back in Phuket and Ocean. U.A.E CAA in liaison with Jordanian CAA and Middle East GCC for additional reports being audit for unbecoming behavior from training dept postings.:=

[atlast]

The American F/E running the show is a back-stabber brought from Focus Air, and sold his skin for some more coins of silver that will not last, as he is not a qualified individual for running the show, neither any of the Italian campers who think they got Lybian oil back in history.

Dear Icarus,
the person of whom you speak is a class act, both in and out of the airplane. His credentials are impeachable and at one time, before retiring, he held the toughest and most coveted of all 747 FE jobs.
Now Sir/Madame, is there anyone willing to vouch for you?

Sincerely

Atlast

[Earl]

This is getting a bit childish here and starting to smell like B/S.
Midex pays there crews, gives them 3 weeks off with a round trip ticket home every 5 weeks.
The American F/E running the show treats the crews well.
Those posting bad things here don't even work for the company!

[Heilhaavir]

The American F/E running the show is a back-stabber brought from Focus Air, and sold his skin for some more coins of silver that will not last, as he is not a qualified individual for running the show, neither any of the Italian campers who think they got Lybian oil back in history

Icarus, I know DM personally & professionally. I have not only flown the line with him but worked with him in the training dept as well, at Focus Air. He knows this airplane better than you probably ever will.

[The Moron Observer]

Well, I joined Midex a few months ago and I have no complaints whatsoever! We get paid at the end of the month. We get per diems every day we are here, flying or not. We get free furnished air-conditioned accommodation and free electric/water. We get free transport to and from the airport. We get our UAE medical and UAE licence fees paid. We get our residence/work visas arranged for us. We get medical insurance. We get uniforms.We get paid return tickets home every five weeks and then three weeks off with salary. We are not overworked. Living in Al Ain is great, it is safe , the weather is fabulous. The company has a great future. The aircraft are well maintained. There are promotion/conversion prospects. The management/training staff are professional and very experienced. They are also intolerant of dickheads. So all you morons who have been kicked out of or cannot get into Midex should get yourselves a life instead sending anonymous, insulting messages on this forum. You have no backbone and are totally pathetic.

[Lion 01]

It is sad that this thread has come down to personal attacks, innuendo and the singling out of individuals because of their nationality. As for Icarus2008, your comments deserve no response and I will not lower myself to this level.
As for the comment about an American Flight Engineer running the show, last time I checked, Mr. Anthony Graas was the Director of Operations for Midex Airlines.
Best of luck to you Icarus2008 and I hope you find what you are looking for in aviation.

[747fanatic]

Sad.
Lets avoid personalizing this forum.
*****
Isnt Anthony just an aircraft broker? How is he the DO
I am surprised GCAA accepts his credentials.
Maybe thats the problem with Midex.
And the reason why Saboor decided to keep his distance.

[fr8box]

Quote:
The American F/E running the show is a back-stabber brought from Focus Air, and sold his skin for some more coins of silver that will not last, as he is not a qualified individual for running the show, neither any of the Italian campers who think they got Lybian oil back in history.


Icarus,

I am not an employee of Midex but I can certainly vouch for the integrity of the so called "American F/E". I know him personally and professionally, having worked with him at another carrier. His professionalism and credentials are beyond reproach. Let's not stoop to personal attacks and keep this thread focused on the vaiability of Midex.

[Icarus2008]

Not this neither.

Can't you get any vaseline in Al Ain?:ok:Mackenzie loves it daily!
Does the Dr.CEO knows about all you vagabounds wearing dusted uniforms and melted wings when attending training meetings in the desert? Does he know about his incredible team of experts that are still wondering when would the first sortie to ORY will happen?:confused:
Murphy's Law!! you all will end packing boxes at "home depot" very soon, and yes they also provide you with a/c and medical insurance too!:ugh:

U.A.E CAA will be screening this team of wannabes, and again will make sure your domain is on the ground! Any of the F/E's qualified A&P? Has the back-stabber provided them with torch and daggers too?

[Icarus2008]

Do not get me started wannabe Midex, this guy was groomed by Saboor to be somebody, and the moment his mentor was gone, Judas comes to management and pretends with a Safety Manager title he can fill in the vacant post?:= Don't you get it?:8

He maybe a good & qualified third man, but no up to the job, specially when you circumvent your former generals, and ask for hashish behind the scenes. Midex B747 recruits are doomed! maybe A300B4 will survive, no quams on type, they have been doing it for long, and without bush-pilots!

[Paladini]

AtLast:


In your post.... I think you meant impeccable or unimpeachable..... is that correct?

AtLast - American Psychological Assn Writing and style guide allows hypenation for emphasis in a conversational context such as this forum... no offense intended. but you ARE correct


Icarus2008:

was it "hashish" or "bakshish"? there's a BIG difference between a Class "A" drug and Vitamin "W" (wasta).

[Podunk]

tomjonesca:

your quote: We have 2 more 747s coming on property in April.


Is the B742 flying now? The "2 more 747's ...April".... Are they B742's or B744's.

If they are B742's, where are they sourcing the aircraft from?

[atlast]

Dear Paladini,
I believe I have fallen foul of the Comedic Grammar Police and if pushed I will make a fittingly full and complete confession. I'm sure you meant unimpeachable, not un-impeachable and I just wish I had used it too.
I plead an affliction of malapropism and throw myself upon the mercy of the PPRuNe Court.

Sincerely

Atlast;)

[Earl]

Icarus: I think most of the ex Phuket pilots here with Midex is above all this name calling and personal insults.
You are opening a can of worms here that you may not be able to close up.
Better hope none of us stoops to your level or posts any of your past e-mails to Phuket management and crews on here.
Or maybe someone hijacked your pprune password as you claimed with your email to Phuket crews and managment.
My Hooters bar and grill is done on my days off on full pay dude.
Not like your unpaid days off, or do you even have a job?
After Phuket I seriously doubt it.
I am surprised that the moderators let personal attacks like yours remain.
Midex is not the best but they are trying to improve, time will tell.
I doubt they will close up shop anytime soon.
It takes quite a bit of time and money for UAE medicals, UAE license, UAE work permits and work visas.
The aircraft are flying and crews are being paid.
Thats quite a lot considering some places with the industry downturn.
Icarus: I remember my mother telling me empty wagons make a lot of noise.
If you worked here and did not get paid then you should post it, but you don't work here!
Your posts as to things that happened with PHUKET and SAUDIA concerning certain individuals about child abuse and other things are all B/S.
I worked at both companies!
Phuket had its problems with aircraft and crew issues, you are in need of some serious medical help posting things such as this about some there.
Its better to keep your mouth shut and just let people think you may be a fool, rather than to open your mouth and remove all doubt!
But you passed that point didn't you even with Phuket!
I hope the moderators ban this individual, I can provide the emails if needed.
As can any of the pilots or management from Phuket.
As bad as the C/P was at Phuket he did not even want you back on the property, you need serious medical help.
Not all the ex Phuket are on the 747, some are on the Airbus with company paid ratings.
Guess you missed that boat also, but no one wonders why!

[pro]

Met a captain who has worked with Midex. Went home on time off and was never recalled. Was told he is over 60 and visa can not be obtained, even though he was hired before 60 and was assured that it is not a concern.
Now he had to empty his apartment for which Midex refused to pay airfare and shorted his salary.
Who takes the blame? the captain or the guy who hired him?
Sounds like an unprofessional outfit.
I will stay clear.

[skycruiser1]

Your assessment is right on, very unprofessional outfit. The limey that does the hiring is also a :mad: j.rk.

[Icarus2008]

Thanks for the opportunity to respond. Hitherto, the reaction from inside is magnificent, I guess it is inspired as a result of hearing of so much tyranny and oppression.

But let me first educate you and your colleague atlast who believes he is an authority in grammar:

"Hashishi", as the Arabs call it, traces to deep studies finally undisclosed by Silvestre de Sacy's in one of his memoirs, and I quote:

"A warning against 'the pernicious influence of secret societies...and...the dreadful prostitution of religion to the horrors of unbridled ambition'. For him the Assassins (hashishi), were a 'union of impostors and dupes which, under the mask of a more austere creed and server morals, undermined all religion and morality":}

Would the intent in having used this term be appropriate to aim at what is left in the souls of Mackenzie and company? :eek:

Believe you me, this is no "cosa nostra", the noise this guy has left behind is no different from Frank Lorenzo when he destroyed the pilot unions in the USA, and the move we Italians are presently witnessing with Alitalia.

[Icarus2008]

Nope, I don't think so.

[Podunk]

Where's CR2 & Hogg when ya' need them??????

Any chance of getting Icarus2008 relegated to his own RANT forum?

Some of us are trying to have a USEFUL discussion here about MIDEX. All we get from Icarus2008 is drivel :yuk: and slanderous diatribe.

...or at least constrain him to using PM..... at least there we can put him on the ignore list:8

[CR2]

Well, I still can so I will.

[747fanatic]

Spotted Midex 747 in JED yesterday.

Good to see you guys flying.

[Dengue_Dude]

How long have you had this problem with self expression ??? :D

[speedygonzalez]

did Midex start to fly 74f already?

[Kato747]

I'd like to echo Podunk's questions (unanswered so far).

Is MIDEX indeed picking up 2 more 742's in April?

[Lion 01]

Midex has no plans to pick up anymore 747-200s. If it adds additional B747 they will be -400. My guess is later on this year.

[skycruiser1]

Yes all is well...and the 400's are coming.....LOL. I have some more Cool Aid if you want :D:D:D.

[Lion 01]

It's sad that this thread continues to get non-productive comments from guys who were probably rejected from Midex Airlines.

And no, things are not perfect at Midex Airlines but at least they are trying to improve the situation and move forward. The B747-200 has just returned from successful week long charter with more business to follow. Business for the A300 are starting to pick up and if it continue, THERE IS A CHANCE THAT THE COMPANY WILL ADD ADDITIONAL AIRCRAFT IN THE FUTURE. The key word here is "CHANCE." Which is useful information for pilots who are looking for jobs and happen to review this thread.

So, with that said, I wish that all of the people who choose to post on this thread to keep it to constructive comments.

[Paladini]

skycruiser1........ are you the Rev Jim Jones...? and do you still have land in Guyana??????

[skycruiser1]

No I am not, just serving some statistic truth and reality!!!!...

[markstevens]

Be back sorry

[Herkybird]

"...The American F/E running the show is a back-stabber brought from Focus Air, and sold his skin for some more coins of silver that will not last, as he is not a qualified individual for running the show..."

As an alumnus of Focus Air I know the above mentioned individual. You could not be more wrong. This man's integrity is beyond question. If you actually knew him you would be proud to number him among your friends. As far as his experience at running things goes, suffice it to say his life's experience is of the kind most of us buy books to read and dream about.

[Capt. Barberpole]

Is Abdul still there. Regards Capt. Barberpole

[Lion 01]

Abdul left Midex back in April of last year.

[Capt. Barberpole]

ok thanks it is hard to keep track of freinds these days, Regards Capt. Barberpole

[skycruiser1]

Seems like a revolving door to me, no one stays with Midex for long!.........I guess that says something!.

[Lion 01]

Sad that we continue to get these non constructive comments on the thread from people who don't work at Midex Airlines.

Mr. Saboor left the company due to differences with the owner of the airline. He's working at Orex now if you'd like to comment on their thread.

[747fanatic]

whats the 747 update?

[Storpikk]

Probably on the ground still....where it will stay!...LOL

[Lion 01]

The B747 is up and running. Has completed three trips and flown over 100 hours.

More trips on the horizon. Great flying airplane with upgraded glass cockpit (FMS, GPS, EHSI, EADI). The extended period on the ground didn't seem to affect her too much.

I see we have another individual on the thread who likes to make negative comments on things he knows nothing about.

[slowto280]

I see another advert on Climbto350 for A300 crewmembers. Is there still a need at Midex for these folks? :hmm:

[Lion 01]

Yes, there is a need. The company is looking for ONLY current and qualified A300B4 Pilots. The company is adding more crews for the additional two aircraft that will be coming out of maintenance checks soon.

[MrIkea]

Still recruitment going on at Midex?
A300B4 Type Rated... And probably pretty soon out of job...

[Lion 01]

For the record, Midex Airlines has not fired or laidoff anyone and has no plans to in the future to do so. We have stopped hiring at the moment and may start recruiting in a month or so.

[speedygonzalez]

what is the web site address for midex? cannot find...

[TopSwiss 737]

Speedy,

First hit on Google: midex airlines (http://www.midexairlines.com/)

Hope this is what you're looking for :ok:

Rgds TS

PS This (http://midexairlines.free.fr/) seems to be the initial site when they started.

[747fanatic]

Whats the deal with the 747? still sitting on gound?

[Lion 01]

The B747 has just finished several charters for the Military and more to come. Also, more trips planned in the next couple of weeks. Still a great flying airplane and we have had no problems with her so far.

[MrIkea]

@ delta1234
as long as you're based in that cold snowy place which I think you are I wouldn't worry too much.
Very painfull for us being based in that less cold and snowy country , because imho more planes will go!

Thanks for reply about midex... I'll fish for some more info!

[Paladini]

LION 01 - Seems you and Earl are the only ones not talking total shiit on this thread. (apologies to other non-shiit talkers not mentioned)

Perhaps you can confirm a rumour heard in Bournemouth that the first B744, and perhaps the 2d, will be activated end of March. If so, Midex will obviously need to requal the current Classic crews rather sharpish.

Are there any plans to hire new Classic guys? I assume the UAE frowns on maintaining currency on 2 different types concurrently.

[Lion 01]

It is my understanding that the -400's are delay until the economy improves. So, the airlines is not recruiting for the 747 fleet at this time. We are starting to pick up more flights and business is improving. I will put a post out when it looks like we will be hiring again.

I wish there was better news but look at the rest on the industry.

[Storpikk]

Yeah Right!!!......:}:}:} :}:} DOA soon!!

[Earl]

Storpikk,
If you worked for Midex and was screwed over then post it but you don't work for Midex.
Why get your panties all tied up in a knot and complain about a company you know little about?
Or maybe its PMS, been a month since your last post about Midex!!!!!
Give it a break!

[dionysius]

A300b4 in KCIA this week flying for USAF

[cantbeafoolinlove]

Just read on www.climbto350.com (http://www.climbto350.com) requiring more Capts, F/Os and F/Es. Do they really need more crew considering their routes and aircrafts?
CBAFIL

[tomjonesca]

Geeze... I leave here for 2 months because I can't believe the Dribble spouted by the few that know NOTHING of Midex Airlines and when I return, it's just more Dribble. Lion Man spends more time defending this company against the idiots who protray themselves as "Mides Info Gods".

As for 747Fanatic... seems you are loosing your touch. The only questions you ask now is: What't the plane doing? I thought you knew it all from your woosie friends that you had to do their talking for?

You all may not like Midex for what ever reason you have... and really we don't care. But to spout your trash on this thread makes no sense. We don't want to hear about how you feel about someone here. You don't work here, your opinion doesn't count. If you do work here and want to spout your trash... then be a MAN and don't hide behind your screen name. It won't take long to figure you out... as we have some already.

Midex is flying just fine, things are getting better day by day. Yes, it's been a long process but nobody has been laid off as of yet. Can't complain about that.

Tom

[cantbeafoolinlove]

@tomjonesca,
Good spirits. Should always be looking at the positive end and striving hard to reach there.
Happy flying to all flying Midex and other pilots around,
CBAFIL

[Podunk]

Happy Times to come in Al Ain if this email is accurate.

Names have been initialized to protect their feelings.

Extracted from MIdex........

To All A300 Crews & Captain M.:

Please see important message below from our Director of Operations.

Best regards,
D.M.
MIDEX AIRLINES

TO : A300 Crews
FROM : A.P.G.
RE : Discipline in A300 Pilots Group
=============================
It has come to our attention that discipline in the A300 Pilots Group is totally missing.
You have been informed by D.M on a number of occasions about this lack of discipline.
= Reporting on time for duty
= Smoking
= Drinking
= Missing Sim slots
Please be assured that whatever D.M. is writing to you is coming from me and is backed by Management in Dubai.
If this situation is not improving shortly, disciplinary measures will be put into place and you can be sure that this will be recorded in your file with MIDEX AIRLINES and any other employees you might find in the future.
You all have had a fairly easy time until now, your salaries have been paid and MIDEX has the most generous ON/OFF duty times in the entire industry.
We are looking at ways to change the ON/OFF duty times in the near future as in the current worldwide economic turmoil we have to find ways to keep the Company going.
I don't have to remind you how many flight crews and other personnel have been laid off by major companies, many times bigger than MIDEX.

A.P.G


If "I" worked for Midex, I would be shaking in my boots that "my" future "employees" would have a bad write up in a Midex file.

I can see the company might get miffed if people show up late for work, or blow off sim slots :}..... but smoking and drinking in a cargo outfit? I didn't think quality Ganja was available in the UAE for non-locals.

Any comments on this one, Lion 01? Is the Climbto350 ad going to be edited to reflect this threat?

[Lion 01]

Dear Mr. Podunk:

The President of Midex Airlines does not want anyone to smoke on his aircraft. Nor does he want any of his crewmembers showing up to work with unclear minds (if you know what I mean). Both above cases have occurred in the past several months.

If you look at the Midex Contract (since you know so much about this company) Article 10 that states: The employee will abide by the laws of any state in which he may be required to perform his duties. In addition, he will refrain from any grave misconduct or any conduct tendering to bring the Company into disrepute. He will not consume alcoholic beverages of any kind Ten (10) hours before and during a flight.

He will, if possible, refrain from smoking and participate in any Company sponsored program to help employees give up smoking.

Every candidate or possible employee is giving this contract to read and sign.

Also, last time I checked, Midex's aircraft were based in a Muslim country and if you are not aware this religion does not allow drinking. The UAE has a more liberal and tolerant policy and allows drinking in moderation.

So, the bottom line is, all the crewmembers working here must understand that this in not like the country they originate from. Their world, their rules.

[Dengue_Dude]

It appears that I will not join Midex due insufficient hours on type - a most reasonable decision.

Despite all the other horse-manure spouted on this thread, I know a few guys actually WORKING in the company and they're pretty happy.

Can I just wish you all AND the company the best of luck. Confound all the carpers and ill-informed whingers by prospering.

As for the 'edict from management', one thing we need in our industry is a clear statement of where the boundaries are. Well done.

[airliner747]

Interesting reading..

Are Midex hiring F/O's with 1200hrs on type and 3200hrs total time ?

JAA ATPL License with a B747 Command rating.

See ya' :ok:

please PM

[cantbeafoolinlove]

Hi everyone,
Well hows A300 flying going on. Is it true that it is not flying these days due to no load factor. Also Heard A300's starting KHI, BOM, Chennai(or Madras) soon. How true is it?
CBAFIL