EMIRATES - Crew Discussions

[TightSlot]

This thread for those already employed by EMIRATES to discuss whatever...

[helfsich]

Oh cool - a new thread!

Has anyone who's been around a while done any promotional work for the company? I got called up recently to work an event in one of the other Emirates - and the details were pretty sketchy - just that I had to get the new uniform and the date and event. Do they email/call you details about pick up etc., or do they leave something in the pidgeon hole?

Please let me know, the event's very soon! PM me if you prefer.

[cucaya]

Oh cool - a new thread!

Has anyone who's been around a while done any promotional work for the company? I got called up recently to work an event in one of the other Emirates - and the details were pretty sketchy - just that I had to get the new uniform and the date and event. Do they email/call you details about pick up etc., or do they leave something in the pidgeon hole?

Please let me know, the event's very soon! PM me if you prefer.
I have no idea... maybe they will send you a letter to your mailbox but if you are not sure, call your CCM.

By the way, do you know how to apply for Air Wings? Do you know if we can do so when you are married or you need to be single? Do I need to apply to any specific place or just go to my CCM?

Thanks, and hope to fly with you soonnnn

[Gucci77]

Hi regarding promotions, well i have done a lot before. You shoud have first BP day on which you will go to the office and they will tell you all details. Who ever called you up to inform you you where doing BP should have told you what time is you BP meeting. On which you will get your ticket etc... thats if its overseas.

As regards to Air Wing i think you can be married and you can apply when they advertise on portal to you CCS. I dont think they are recruting at the moment. You cant be SFS or PUR to apply.

Good luck !!!:) :) :)

[MSHOSTESS]

Hi everyone !

Well just submitted my medicals, and am now waiting to pack up and head over, which Ive been told will be the 9 Feb.....

Does any one know if there is much communication between now & then or do we receive our ticket and contract the week before departure ?

Also, does any one know the luggage limit ?, I have alot of shoes, clothes to take over.

Sue.... not long now ! less than a month ! Cant wait.:O

[fly_guy100]

What's Air Wings?

[helfsich]

Thanks Gucci77, it's just stuff around Dubai and Sharjah. They called me this morning and walloped me with an extra 3 events! Guess they love fresh blood.

[lorsmc]

Hi MSHOSTESS

Just like you, I am due to fly to Dubai on 9th Feb. I have been told that I will receive my contract 1 week before I travel and my Visa and tickets 3-4 days before I travel.

I have no idea of luggage allowance but hope it will be a lot more than the standard 20kgs!

Have you heard anything or has anyone else, about living over there? I have been told that the money is good but you don't get out to spend it. :eek:

Any info on living over there and working for Emirates, eg Rosters, trips and layovers, would be greatly appreciated.

Cheers

[EXek11]

Hey there!

I worked for them 2 years and half, I had to resign due to an injury that doctors in dubai didn t know how to treat.Now i m better , thank god.

To start with...ek gives you bout 50kg baggage allowance to fly there.

Money is good , you get 3800 dirhams fix salary and then 47 dh per flight hour, I used to get an average of 6500 dirhams/month as a grade II ( when you start flying), flying around 80 hours a month , which is 1400 euros a month...think this is nett! because you don t have to pay for the accomodation and if you are smart thinking you ll save part of your allowances, which becomes a plus...
You get paid in the local currency.

Contrary to what you think, you ll get lot of free time to spend your money in Dubai, actually banks will come to you and try to endorse you 1 or two credit cards...BE CAREFUL! this is Dubai business ,they ll give if you have in mind to save some money i ll advse to get only a debit card and if you decide to have a credit card , use it only for emergencies.

Night life in Dubai is great! allthought everything closes at 3 am , for me that s odd! cuz in spain everything closes at 6 am or even later...

What really annoys me in Dubai is the traffic and the fact that you need a taxi, bus or your own card to get around.

The hot season is from JUne to Sept.

I hope i have answered some of your questions.

Enjoy your time working with Ek . It s a great experience!

[EKHQ]

Hi I was just wondering if there are other websites/forums for EK CC?
this one is fab, but also wondering if there are other ones..
not recruitment..but those flying with EK.

[jetkiwi]

Hey wondering after you arrive what are the formalities, such as the 2nd medical - what do they do? How long after you arrive do you start training? And are you put with existing flatmates or are you put together with people off your training course? Thanks for the help!

[helfsich]

Ok, when you arrive, the first day you'll get an induction - talks from the Cabin crew team, HR, a fire talk etc and get your uniform fitted. Lots of forms to fill out and hand in.

The second day of induction will include a picture for your ID, plus you'll get some blood taken for testing

After a few days you'll have the medical, where it's pretty much testing and confirming the medical you submitted before flying over. Basic Neurological, Optical, Audio tests. Try and avoid taking Panadine or Nurofen plus in the week before, or anything with codeine as this will show up in the urine test. Any missing x-rays will be taken at the medical centre and deducted from your salary.

You will probably be placed with existing flatmates, and they can vary from crew also in training college, to crew who are SFS's. When they place people together they try to get crew of the same country together, smokers with smokers, etc. But even if you don't get on, you have the option of moving free of charge within the first year of employment.

Hope that helps

[MSHOSTESS]

Thanks EXEK11 & Helcsfich for that information.

Im starting to get really excited now/nervous. I can already tell there will be a few tears shed at the airport on the 9 Feb.

Arrrghhh... more needles. I know this is strange, but I have a fear of needles (I did have all my needles recently, included alot of crying tho :bored: ).

Im really worried about the reach test tho, although I passed it in the open day (just), reaching with one arm & reaching on one leg, Im really scared they'll make me do it reaching on both tippy toes.... which I cant do.

I cant see them accepting me here & flying me all the way back because of that can you ?, or are they that strict ?

Oh, and another stupid but important question..... laptops, is it better to buy them over there or before I go ?, do they have all of our brands.(sony, mac....). I wonder if it would be cheaper too ?

Any way, enough of a novel..... sorry (i took wayyyy too much):rolleyes:

[helfsich]

From what I remember they don't do the 'reach test' again in Dubai, but they measure your height so as to get a reading for your Body-Mass Index number.

If they've already flown you to Dubai then I doubt they'd send you back, unless it was due to a very serious medical reason or a huge breach of company policy. I honestly wouldn't stress about it too much.

Laptops...tend to be slightly cheaper here, but in the first couple of month you'll be without flying pay, so you'll have to wait before buying them. I think Macs are the same wherever you go, but the advantage of this job is that you get to shop all over the world, so you can be more choosy. Personally I bought my laptop 3 months after I moved here, and found it cheaper in Dubai than in Australia. But yeah, it depends on what specs you're after. Plus if there's nothing you like here you can wait until you get your annual leave or an australian flight before you can buy, there's not really a huge rush, esp since a lot of hotels we stay in have crew rooms with free internet anyway.

[fly_guy100]

When they test your blood again in Dubai, what are all the things that you know about that will disqualify you to be cabin crew with EK and get sent back to your country? I know HIV/AIDS, but what else will no longer let you fly?

[skt_84]

Can anyone help? im just about to do my medicals but it seems such a lot to have to pay for by myself. did everyone else have to pay for theirs and was it expensive??

:) :)

[highflyer101]

Im sorry to but in, Im being interviewed soon for a position of Ops Control in Dubai, I was hoping i might be able to get some pointers/advice!
Any help would be greatly appreciated. Im new to pprune so forgive me if im in the wrong section.

[MSHOSTESS]

for that info, def' helps.

Pheew ! no reacht test.

thanks for the info bout' the laptop too ! :)

See you there....somewhere !

[whatzmyname]

As all of you EK crew know we will be flying to Sao Paolo from 1 Aug. The new rumours are that beginning next year 2008 will be a USA explosion....We will be flying to Houston,Chicago,San Francisco and Miami. No plans at the moment for Los Angeles but I am sure it is coming. Actually they are thinking of squeezing in Houston at the end of the year. They are also defnitely adding a fourth New York flight from October this year. Yuck:eek: . Another long Bombay. Anyways next year sounds good if it is coming true cuz the 380 has been delayed. They are planning on using the 777*300ULR now for those routes...

[ekkru]

Yup, heard about the USA explosion from some hear say amongst us crew so that would be so so exciting. Hopefully no more Americans in JFK asking us with the American accent, "which airline are you working for?". More exposure would be great. Houston, San Fran, Chicago and Mamma Mia Miami. Love it. LAX im sure would be in the works.

This year, it would be Newcastle, Venice and Sao Paolo. Exciting and Beijo to Brazil!!! See you soon.

[into the skies]

Dltd by modz c belo 4 rsn

[BYMONEK]

Shockingly bad English may be one reason!!!!!!!!!!!!! :E

Save the text 'lingo' for your phone.

[geminian]

Hi all,

I'm due to fly to Dubai in April after medical tests are cleared.. I still have uncertainties about the job and being based in Dubai.. Would greatly appreciate it if anyone could answer these questions:

1. What's the company culture like in Emirates? (Any bullying/"politics")

2. Are there equal opportunites to fly short/long-haul/international flights? When do you get the chance to fly business/first class?

3. Can we get subsidised travel tickets for our family members to visit us in Dubai during the 6 months probation? Where can they stay? Was just wondering if it's possible to put a family member up for a few nights at the apartment.

Thanks!

[into the skies]

Posted in Nokia Speak (Slow to learn)

[BYMONEK]

Only the purser will get to experience Business class as a passenger. If you want to experience anything above that, you'll need to be senior management or a Captain. Or you could always pay full fare..........:eek:

[ekkru]

Hi there,

here are the As to your Qs,

1) Politics in flying? Well there isn't really any politics as in Seniority is concern. But just pay more respect to your Seniors and Pursers. They are fully in charge of the aircraft and you. So they are answerable to your actions. It is unlike any Asian airlines. I know so as I use to work for an Asian airline. And must say, EK is so so more relaxed.

2) You bid for your flights. But then again, it does not confirm that you'll get it. Your seniority is rotational and you will get your flights when you are almost on top bid. And usually a mixed of short and long haul. You get unlimited travel benefits with EK in YCL when you join. After six month, you also get travel benefits with other airlines. List of airlines is endless. Its very good. Only Pursers get Business Class on EK. So work towards it and you'll experience the privilege soon enough.

3) Parents and sibling will not get travel benefits until you get your probation over, which is 6 month. One of each type of concession ticket. Parents also get with other airlines. Siblings too but not as many as parents list of other airlines. All concesssional travel only after you finish your probation, or one year of service and some even 2. So it depends. They can however stay in your apartment but limited to two persons and your other flatmate must sign an agreement form to allow them to stay with you.

Hope this helps.

Cheers

[geminian]

Hi ekkru,

A big thank you for answering all my questions! I'm so relieved to learn that politics is not prevalent compared to Asian airlines. I got freaked out when i heard of bullying stories and scandals in a local airline. :\

Btw, what is YCL? Are you from Asia too and how long have you been flying with Emirates? Would like to correspond with you, if you don't find me a hassle! My msn is [email protected] :) ([email protected])

Some more questions popping out of my mind are:

1. What's the general profile of Emirates' customer base? Heard it's a group not easy to handle..
2. During our 6 months probation and as juniors, what are the typical routes we would fly? Would it be mainly around the Middle Eastern countries?
3. I was also told that EK's flying times are usually odd hours like midnight, so it's like working through the wee hours on flight?
4. Can you share with me your experience, like, what's the best and worst part of working as a cabin crew? Is the traveling really good?
5. How do you like Dubai so far? I've gathered much divided opinions. Some say it's happening but others say it's a boring place. But i'm definitely anticipating loneliness in a foreign land... :{

Thanks again :)

[fly_guy100]

A question about the staff travel for family, and possibly friends. I know that very close / best friends would love to visit you in Dubai so would it be possible to put a couple of friends on your travel benefits? If you don't have any siblings can you substitute them for the close friends that you want to put on?

[sebby]

Hey just wondering guys if when you do the DXB-BKK-SYD-AKL pattern if you overnight in akl?

Or is it just the DXB-MEL-AKL?

[ekkru]

Hi Geminian,About your queries, here we go......


1) Pax profile on Emirates are mostly from the South Asia. Although i must say, they are tough to handle. You will learn to handle them and if you've tried your best, they are usually understanding. And they'll write a comment form. End of story.Just so long as you've tried, its ok.


2) You start flying international right away. So you might get a mix of regional and international destinations.Fair and good mix. So you'll be fine and hopefully lucky enough.


3) Yes it was the case when i first started flying.Flights depart at wee hours in the morning ie 3am. But I've learn to get use to it.


4) The best part about doing this job is the travel. Although layover may be short, you still have time to explore the city if you make an effort. So its boils down to you. Best part is also making a pax day on the flight. When they appreciate your efforts and show it. Makes my day too.Worst thing, JETLAG. Hate it but coping with it I guess.


5) Dubai is an ok place. Its what you make of it. You get the privilege of getting out from Dubai once in while which it great. But while in Dubai, built friendships and maintain it to have a better life and but a social circle to feel less lonely. I've got 5 friends who i treasure and keep in touch at all times. So they are my base in Dubai and so am I to them. So socialise and make friends. Loneliness is how you feel if you don't make an effort to socialise, you'll only feel worse. Dubai can be superficial and take the goodness out of someone, so don't let it get to you!!


YCL is Economy Class.... I am from Asia. Originally from Singapore. Think its where you are from too. And been flying for Emirates for about 4 half years.Speak to you soon on MSN.Cheers

[Newnz]

Hope you're well! Yup it's just the Dxb-Mel-Akl that lays over in Akl (for around 27hrs). The only other EK flight that lays over in NZ is Dxb-Syd-Chc which lays over in Chc for around 24 hours. Can be hard to get back to NZ... Having said that, so far I have managed to get home once a month since I have been here! Even if you're not rostered a Mel-Akl flight, it is possible to 'swap' trips with other crew of the same grade.:)

[sebby]

Oh thanks for that. I knew about CHC, and have a couple of friends who are in DXB that have managed to get over here a bit too.

Just looking at giving emirates a go at the moment, moved here from aus from a great flying job to a very average one and regretting every minute of it and now know it will be hard to get back to aus so goning to give this a go.

Happy Flying! :ok:

[helfsich]

Travel benefits with EK are strictly for staff and their immediate family members - spouses, children, parents, siblings, and in-laws. I know of crew who find it hard to even get their stap dad/mum onto the staff rate. You can't substitute friend or boy/girlfriends as ticket holders, sadly.

[djonfire]

Hi! as the title says, its all about the reach test!
My story is pretty similar to yours. Though when I went for the interview, they asked all candidates to touch the bar with both hands, which in my case was next to impossible! although i managed to stretcccccccccch n touch it with one hand.. but it wasn't acceptable. anyway, i couldn't clear the first round back then.
Yesterday I got to know that Ek's on with the crew-hunt again!
I wanna give it a shot but am scared of the reach-test embarrasement! :\
was wondering if u could tell me whether they're all "typical" about it, who'd make us do it with both hands or will one arm stretch do just fine

[shvethas]

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[KitKat79:)))]

Hey BrisbaneEK,
I'm ex EK crew, I was recruited four years ago so not sure if things have changed but in answer to ur question I was contacted via email advising that i was successful. No news is definately good news in regards to the EK recruitment process, they're usually quite prompt in their response to unsuccessful applicants!! Not sure what the intellect test is about, must be something new, strange?? Good luck... it'll be an amazing experience:) :) :)

[md13]

Hi Guys

First time one here
Im due to fly on th 18th of may, v excited but also bit nervous about the whole training thing.

Can someone advise me what things i should expect at the training, as i have never worked for an airline before.:uhoh:

Also do they provide working shoes or should i buy one before i fly there?

I also want to know on behalf of some people that was in my group... its now been 8 weeks and they still have not yet received any call to even do a medical.... does that mean they are not through? or is this normal?

V sad for them as there were only a few of us left and thought everyone will make it through and put us all on the same flight.

Can someone tell me if i need to bring cash with me when i get there.

I was advise that the accomodation is fully furnish, can someone advise me what appliances that are included.

Thanks guys:)

[sparklyeyes]

Can you be so kind as to share with me what sort of interview questions you were asked at the various stages of your interviews?? I'm submitting my application soon and I'm curious....:8

Thanks!

sparklyeyes

[calimityjane]

Hi md13,
I have been cc with ek for over 6 years now and still enjoy it! To answere some of your questions. The training is 6 weeks and it incorporates 2 weeks of safety and emergency training, 1 week of first aid and 2 weeks of service. The first week is what they call induction week. Basically filling in lots of forms, medical, a tour around and a chat with the Locals about the place. Uniform and shoes etc are supplied free of charge so no panic there. The trainers are great and they do take it very seriously but also try to make it fun. As for furnished apt, it has most things. Nothing major for you to buy. You might get put in with a new person like you or someone who has been here a while. If the latter is the case they might have got everything already like toaster, kettle, tv and dvd etc...
As for cash... Bring as much as you can as like most of us when we got here had to buy bits and peices and while the company give you cash when you arrive you have to pay it back! Also we got taken in by the great shopping!!
As for your friend that has not heard back yet... No news is good news...

I hope you find this info good and if you need any more let me know!

See you on line soon!
CJ:ok:

[sleepingbeauty]

hello ek crews! :) how long did it take before you got their e-mail and told you that your medical was approved by the ek doctors? does it really take a lot of time?:\

[flying explorer]

calimityjane, during the training, can EK provide you money for your food and other necessity? im sorry, it's not that clear to me. thanks for sharing, by the way.:)

[chicane19]

Hi everyone!!

Does anyone know how many weeks is gonna be the bonus this year??!!

Does anyone know how many crew is resigning after the bonus?

Does anyone know if the bonus is prorated if you're working for them less than 1 year?

Thanks and all the best!!!!

[Gala777]

Hello guys!

Can anybody advise about dressing code for the interview (for girls)?
Somebody told me - beige skirt is necessary. Sorry how short :\ or how long:)?

Thanks.

[Leito]

I wouls say any colour of skirt and about knee lenght, it doesnt have to be beige, any colour will do :ok:.

Good luck !!

[EmmaB]

>>Hello guys!

Can anybody advise about dressing code for the interview (for girls)?
Somebody told me - beige skirt is necessary. Sorry how short or how long?

<<

A skirt is necessary, but it doesn't have to be beige. I'd suggest a straight skirt, about knee-length.

[stellar]

Bit harsh although I do agree! Even chimps can manage keyboard skills apparantly!!!

[fazeen2010]

Hi All..
I am from Malidives..
I have been shortlisted for preliminery selection in Dubai on 14 of this month.. there for i am flying on 13th..Can anyone tell me what are thing that recruiters see in preliminaery selections?

Thanks
Fazeen