EK interview shortlist for FO'S

[putt for dough]

Hi All

I would like somebody in the know to please tell me when interviews
for first officers will resume? I have been shortlisted and got the standard
reply, but as I understand it, they are still only busy interviewing
for the DEC positions.
I have read the other thread about the holding pool for those who
have already been through the interview process, and the A380 seems
to have been a spanner in the works, but nothing has been mentioned
about when FO interviews will recommence.

Thanks guys. :ok:

[Buys Ballot]

I've been shortlisted since February and no news so far. Still waiting patiently... And updating...
:ok:

Type rated A320 FO.

[groundtoflightdeck]

Word on the street is that invitations will go out around the new year for FO selections... Give or take. Keeping in mind, airlines change their plans by the minute.

[MerAir80]

Shortlisted sice the 2nd of December 2011 and nothing so far.
Waiting for news but it's really hard with no idea about when.


M.

[Fart Master]

Rumoured to be around the end of this year. It may be that with the retention of some of the A343's that the required numbers will rise, which may start the ball rolling earlier than planned.

Just my tuppence worth...

[putt for dough]

Cool thanks for the gen boys :ok:

[MerAir80]

Hi guys,
As you can see, there are two swimming area: the "Shortlisted pond" and the "Hold pool".
I've read the pool has been started to drain.
My application form is still there with the "Shortlisted" status awaiting for the call for the interview invitation. Basically, I'm swimming in the pond with no news from December 2011. Has anybody got some fresh news from the EK to share about new, ongoing or about to start again?


Cheers,
M80
(F/o 5600h jet time)

[PHANTOM II]

Hello guys ,

I am shortlisted from feb 2012 , since then no news , I've heard that they are going to start again soon.I think this is correct if you consider that they have put an advertisement again at flight international web at 2 of Oct.:ok:

[airline man]

Short listed since October 2011!

Beat that :ugh:

[AvroRider]

Hello guys,

A little more patience, our time for the interview will come (sooner or later) as they are currently draining their holding pool + advertising back + A380 entering the fleet again. From several inside source (ex-colleagues working for EK now) the recruiting machine will start up again if not already. :ok:

Shortlisted since March 12.
3500h+ Jet
Airbus A32F

Finger crossed a let's be "all" happy we can still fly while waiting for the best. :E

[a318319320]

hi guys
shorlisted from September 2012.
6700 total A32F cpt

[ItsAllUpInTheAir]

Shortlisted since July 2011! Pre selection done Sep 2011, sim end of Oct 2011. Licence unfrozen end of Dec 2011, with new licence arriving beginning of January 2012! Still shortlisted and waiting for last 2 days of interview in Dubai. Lets just say its been a painful wait, and really regretting now not unfreezing my licence in 2010! Here's hoping we hear something soon! 3200hrs 737.

[McNulty]

Shortlisted since Feb 2012,

2800 737 now, however i was below the 2500 minimum when i first applied and was shortlisted.

[xldriver]

Been shortlisted since Jan '12. I completed the sim check and waiting for the rest of the interview. :* Hopefully this happens sooner than later!

[fatbus]

courses are filled through Mar, DEC's in Mar

[all119]

shortlisted since 10/9/2012 still no reply. how long does it take once they send you an email that you are shortlist pool to being call for interview? thanks safe flight.

[groundtoflightdeck]

There won't be invitations for at least another month... Then it will be dictaed by your strength in the pool.

[pilot3103]

I take it nobody has any information on the interviews for those that have been short listed (not that you are guaranteed getting one!)? Hopefully the ball will start rolling soon for FOs
3103

[a318319320]

Hi guys
just passed from shortlisted to under review.
Is this good?
shortlisted from September 2012

[Gtfan]

Same for me. Status is now under review!

[groundtoflightdeck]

Do you get an email from the system with that status change?

[bigdaviet]

Just to put a few minds at rest:

We in the hold pool also experienced this change recently. For us it was from "FC Selected" to "Under Review."

The status then changed back again shortly afterwards. So nothing to worry about I would suggest.

[a318319320]

Yes i received an email to be prepared for the selection program, and they may call with short notice.

[ItsAllUpInTheAir]

a318319320 have you already done the pre selection, i.e selection day and sim check? I've heard nothing, and did mine last year, starting to think they've lost my application in the system somewhere. Does anyone know an email address or contact number for HR to confirm either way??

[groundtoflightdeck]

It's all on the website. Emails or just log in a and look. It will tell you right away what your status is.

[a318319320]

No, i havent done any of the selection program. That´s why im writing on this Thread.

[luvly jubbly]

Anyone go to the recruitment roadshow in MAN over the last 2 days?
Did they say when assessments for FO will restart?

LJ

[groundtoflightdeck]

Where was that posted... never saw it on the web...

[pilot3103]

From the other thread on about EK hold pool looks like we may be waiting for a while before interviews start to happen..

[triple7BR]

Mine still shows shortlisted since Jan/11

[dash8pilotCanada]

To all of you who have attended the interview, can you please tell me which aircraft is used in the sim assessment and what it involved. Thank you.

[flyer19832007]

Latest from EK recruitment team from roadshow at Manchester

DEC coming to an end, FO recruitment to commence imminently. Early new year by the looks of it.

DEFO onto A380. Pre-selection to commence shortly also.

Minimum 3000hrs Arbus Fly By Wire time.

Numbers about 400 pilots a year, maybe more depending on deliveries.

Still have huge orders so plenty of jobs will be available. Just need that magic 2500 hours heavy jet (specifically over 30T) or 4000 total of which 2000 must be heavy jet over 30T.

Before we have the debate of what about the crj/145 etc etc. straight from the horses mouth "we have all the applicants we need with jet time over 30T"

Unfortunately right now your just not competitive enough, however I wouldn't give up hope if your still waiting!!

Regards,

Flyer

[Instant Hooligan]

Flyer, I'll just insert a few additions to put what recruitment correctly told you into perspective.

DEC coming to an end for now!!

Huge orders, but a lot of those are replacement airframes in the future.

Hope that helps and good luck to all.

Regards
IH

[Aerodmb]

I don't recall the 2000 commercial jet (of the 4000 TT) time have the requirement to be all over 30t. Is this something new? In the past it has been just some recent time in a jet over 30t. The career website doesn't even list the 30t requirement.

[flyer19832007]

The 30T was stated in the presentation.....and in the conversation I had with the recruitment team afterwards after I was asked what type I was currently flying.

I don't think it's a limit, just what EK can afford to work with now as they have enough applicants that fit the bill to keep them going.

It was generally positive so I'm not sure why you guys haven't been called up yet. Hopefully you will hear soon.

Flyer.

[Just_landed]

Hey guys,
i have been shortlisted since july'11. Awaiting further notice since then for the interviews. After reading all 30-40 posts here, seems like i m the oldest shortlist waiting here (LOL). Please keep this thread updated with latest info. for guys like us, who belong to the third world and emirates would probably never bother turning back here for roadshows.

[a318319320]

hi guys
shortlisted since sept 12, received an email to attend the selection program next January.
almost 7000 total airbus, 3000 captn.

[Taiguin]

With those hours are you applying for direct entry captain or first officer position?

Rumour is they will be recruiting for First Officers onto the A380, so if it is a FO position your applying for it may indeed be for that.

Good luck! ;)

[a318319320]

I applyed for FO. I dont´know the company, their OM, middle east airspace, any destinations and airports in the east!

In good conscience i dont want to be a captain in those circumstances.

They will give me 2 choices between 777 and 380, but something tells me it will be for the 380.
(to many FBW hours).

[groundtoflightdeck]

The subject line of the email says what you are being assessed for...

[a318319320]

Airbus. Just saw it.

[flyzede]

Hi! I've applied with the 2500 jet (A320) and according to my status I've been shortlisted. Now lets see for how long I'll be waiting for the call... :rolleyes:

Take care!

flyzede

[ItsAllUpInTheAir]

Things do seem to be moving once again, got an email asking me to attend in December, hope the rest of you hear soon!

[McNulty]

thats good news, congrats....when did you apply/what experience you have?

[ItsAllUpInTheAir]

3200 hrs 737, applied last year and done pre selection already, from what i hear full assessments starting in January, but you know what the rumour mill is like, so not sure if thats true or not!

[McNulty]

Cool, I have a friend who was called who had also done the pre selection....good luck with it.

[pilot3103]

Anyone heard anything or any news please? Ta

[groundtoflightdeck]

FO interviews are beibg scheduled again. Courses filled till April 2013. Now recruiting directly to the A380. Still hiring on the Boeing 777... thats the long and short of it. ..

[McBruce]

Are there any additional requirements for new applicants to be selected for the A380?

[flyzede]

On the 24th of November someone posted on this thread that the requirement to be selected directly into the A380 is 3000 hours on Airbus (fly-by-wire).

[McNulty]

Anyone know if EK try to keep people with boeing backgrounds on the 777 fleet and people with airbus backgrounds on the airbus fleets?

[groundtoflightdeck]

I'm an Airbus guy with Boeing on my email so... no.

[McBruce]

Ah well I have several thousand on the Boeing so no DE onto the A380!

[safelife]

1000 h on A330 and another 1500 hrs on A320ies. Any chance of A380 DFO for me at this time?

[fatbus]

DEFO 380 start date not confirmed yet so interviewing for that might not have started yet, it is going to happen. A boeing pilot that scores well on the interview would be considered for the 380/330, a high score puts you at the top and than it can ve what ever course needs to be filled first.Funny how only a few months ago everyone one was saying delay until they offer you 777 .

[donpizmeov]

Word on the street is 3000hrs of which 1500hrs are FBW Bus required for DEFO 380. 1st course is planned for Apr..ish. Hold pool is emptied to all bar 60 I believe. Some of those will be invited back to re-interview.

The Don

[bluesaddict]

So The Don, do you have any idea on when will they start calling the shortlisted?

Thanks.

[enthusiast]

2500 hrs on a minibus only. A few weeks ago, I got a call for phone interview. After few questions, the recruiter said we will call you in feb or mar. Then my application status was changed from "Under review" to "shortlisted". I hope to be interviewed asap.......

[bluesaddict]

Sounds good, I got that phone call in April but the recruiter didn't give me a date......I guess CRJ 900/1000 time is not good enough.

[donpizmeov]

Bluey,

I think they are already calling people for interviews.

the Don

[bluesaddict]

Thanks, I've read somewhere else that priority is given to Airbus and Boeing rated pilots.
I was given a slot for Madrid PSP but then I was put in standby......I hope they still give me a chance.....

[goooselio]

Is that true that priority is given to Airbus or Boeing rated guys who are shortlisted?
Can't find the info on the website....
Thanks for the reply

[bluesaddict]

Requirements: For the position of First Officer (prior to joining):


A minimum of 4000 hours total flying time (may include 25% P3 or FEO time to a max of 500 hr).
A minimum of 2000 hours multi-crew, multi-engine jet aircraft. (P3 time cannot be used for this requirement).
OR
A minimum of 2500 hours total flying time on a modern commercial multi-engine, multi-crew aircraft jet. (P3 time cannot be used for this requirement)
Must hold a valid ICAO ATPL
English language fluency (written and verbal comprehension); ICAO English level (4 or above)
Type rated would be advantageous

From EK web,

[goooselio]

yeah thanks but it is advantageous not mandatory.
Anyway, i'm on the RJ. Hope they will give us our chance soon.....

[bluesaddict]

I hope so. Let's see if EK people can shed some light.

[goooselio]

Are you also flying on the RJ blues?

[bluesaddict]

Yep, flying CRJs

[bluesaddict]

I got invited for the PSP a month after applying, I was given a date, but then a few days before the tests I got uninvited.....It seems that they got a lot of CVs from people flying "common cockpit" and they neede my slot.
A month later I got a phone call from EK and my application went from "under review" to "shortlisted" again. And that's all I know until now....

[McNulty]

Boeing....shortlisted for 9 months....only received standard emails, never a phone call....would it kill them to give a very quick, basic, courtesy call once every 9 months to let me know i havent been forgotten....considering i'm trying to plan the next 3-10 years of my life with them....whinge....

[bluesaddict]

I agree with you.....

[Wizofoz]

Is it true there's now a second payscale?

No, it isn't.

[triple7BR]

Shortlisted since Jan/12, invited to the PSP in ATLANTA but received an e-mail stating there was no more availability 15 days after responding with my possible dates.. Got a call last week from an international dialer at 08h00UTC but couldnt answer it.(never received one in this number before). Someone else got a call ? Think they might be starting to call for interview in Dubai again this month, maybe it was really from them.
Currently flying 737NG 5000TT 3500 on type

[jvt__]

Shortlisted since Sept. 2012
Currently flying B737NG
3,800 TT
3,500 on type
Still waiting for a call/mail.

[falcon10]

Appears invites are going out for January interviews according to some friends of mine who have been shortlisted since April 2012.

Curiously, what is the usual time frame from interview to class date now that the backlog/pool has been drained somewhat? Also, are new hires really going into the 380?

[a318319320]

From interview to class usually is 2, 3 months. It also depends on how much time you have to give to your present company.
I confirm new hires are going to the A380.

[archer_737]

From interview to class 2 or 3 months... :ugh:
Interviewed May 2012, still waiting for course :=

[fringhtok]

2 or 3 months from interview to starting is the 'normal' timeframe. It's changed now due to the DEC hiring, which led to the pool many of you are in. The pool is Darwinian in nature. You're selected out of the pool in order of your relative desirability, as assessed in the interview. Those who scored the highest have started or will soon start, lower scores are still waiting. The good news is that the lower scores are still good enough and it should only be a matter of time. I can also confirm new hires can go to the 380. Initially, only those with extensive airbus time, but I expect that will change soon enough. Good luck.

[fatbus]

DEFO 380 most likely not until Jul. I don't think any of that is confirmed .

[groundtoflightdeck]

The only specific confirmation is that the invite email says they are recruiting for A380 and 777. It could be the case that there is no plans to schedule courses until summer still.

[bluesaddict]

But for now only for type-rated people, right? A colleague, who seems to know some pilots in EK has told me that invitations for Non typed pilots will start in March, do you know anything?

Thanks guys!

[groundtoflightdeck]

All I can say is I don't have a ek type on my license. .. a little airbus time.

[bluesaddict]

Yes, by type-rated I meant airbus and Boeing ( any from both families)

[falcon10]

Just curious, but how do they fly you out to DXB from the US? Standby, or SA biz etc? Is there a US gateway that is preferred over others for lighter loads and such?

[groundtoflightdeck]

Pos Y upgradable to J ( believe thsts PY0J5). Not sure what happens to your wife if they buy Y confirmed. Dont think the files are combined so you may rely on the graciousness of the agent if you were upgraded.

[falcon10]

Friend who was shortlisted for DEC and FO earlier this year with 9k hours and currently a widebody captain was told by EK he wasnt competitive :hmm:. Only thing I can think of is age and that maybe he was military. Thoughts?

[JPHIL68]

BAD NEWS FOR HIM:(

No news since november shortlisted (A319320321 with +5500 on type)

Anyway i wish you an happy christmas and good news for the next year:ok:

[goldthop]

Received a personal email from an EK recruiter yesterday saying that FO interviewing would commence shortly, but only for those with 50T+ experience. Everyone else that meets the published requirements would have to be "patient." Could certainly be quite a while in my estimation as there have been 8 months passed since the interviews stopped which left a lot of time for new applicants to apply and build up the selection pool.

[falcon10]

Another friend got an email from a SR in HR that said to update his details and to expect a call soon, only to followed shortly by another email saying that after review, they wont be calling him now because they are only accepting current Boeing and Airbus pilots only and will only consider him after exhausting those applicants. I guess that other widebody with 3 engines doesnt qualify as an airplane. :ugh:

[McNulty]

Just curious....the people that have received emails from HR, did they email HR first and then get a response, or did they just get an email out of the blue?

[falcon10]

They emailed HR. In these cases they had been in contact earlier this year when they were invited to various PSP that were cancelled.

[bluesaddict]

I was invited to a PSP, then uninvited a week before. Been trying to contact HR but it has been impossible.
I hope they run out of +50T soon.....
Merry Christmas to you all guys.

[McNulty]

Thanks for the info....I have 3000 737ng time, still havent received an email from hr apart from the obvious standardised "you have been shortlisted" stuff.

Good to keep each other informed on here anyway. Happy Christmas! (maybe next Christmas will be spent in Dubai?)

[2012]

McNulty, you put my mind at ease there. I'm similar to yourself (4000 hours 737ng). Applied in may and heard nothing apart from being short listed etc.

Merry Xmas

[fatbus]

You might find a slight low down on interviewing until Apr , they seem to run over on budget at the end on the year and go nuts come the new year Apr1/2013.

[JPHIL68]

Happy new year for all slisted :)

So any news from hr? for me nothing......

[patlani1104]

I sent my application on September and then in November changed from shirt listed to under review. I checked my mail at the beginning of 2013 and now my status changed again from under review back to shorlisted.:ooh:
Does any one knows what it could be?
Thanks

[2012]

Don't suppose anyone has heard any news yet?

[AvroRider]

Nothing here yet. Shortlisted since March 2012.

F/O
3800+TT
Airbus A32F Type rated
27yrs old

[flyzede]

Any news?
Anyone knows when is it more likely do get an invitation?
Any rumour?

Good luck to you all!

[Everfly]

Received confirmation of interview for february yesterday,

Applied in april 2012

Good luck to you all

[bluesaddict]

Congrats, Airbus or BOeing Type-rated?:ok:

[Buys Ballot]

No news for me so far...

4400 hrs TT
2600 hrs A320 and current FO
33 yo
Shortlisted since February 2012

[flyzede]

So it looks like the line is moving on!!!
It's been a while that no one was invited, so now maybe we can get the call we all are waiting for!!

Good luck to you all!

[bluesaddict]

Seems like only bus or Boeing type-rated are invited, I'll have to wait......

CRJ 7000 hrs

[McNulty]

Shortlisted since march 2012....interview confirmed for feb 2013....737ng.

[1000ft Cruiser]

Emailed this week, have been invited to PSP in February.

3 kilohours on 73NG. Applied about a year ago. 25 y/o.

[RYR738_driver]

For Amsterdam or Dubai?

[McNulty]

Amsterdam.

[RoyalEnfield]

Finally got the interview invite for February! I was in the "shortlisted" category since Feb 2012. Hang in there guys, you will get the email.

[speedhold]

Royal Enfield

Could you share your flight time and what a/c do u currently fly are you in the US ?

[falcon10]

I was recently invited to pick from a selection of dates in Feb. I did. Then was told never mind they made a mistake and thought I had an Airbus rating - but the invite email said Boeing! :ugh:

[Turbine1]

Amsterdam, sometime in Feb, short listed through 2012, April.

Boeing 75/76, 8000+ hours.

Good luck to the guys that attend.

[flyzede]

So far, it looks like they are only looking for Boeing rated... :sad:

Any one with Airbus was recently invited?

Good luck for all the invited!

[RoyalEnfield]

Royal Enfield

Could you share your flight time and what a/c do u currently fly are you in the US ?



Yes I am in the U.S. and currently on the Airbus.

TT 10,025
A320 FO with about 1600 on type.

[zerotohero]

I also got the email for interview in AMS last week

4000+ 737-8 Left seat now

going to decline for now, anyone feel free to take my spot :ok:

[stabilizer135]

X-BleedOpen

What Aircraft were you given for the Sim check?

I'm working in the same company as you and waiting for the invitation.

TT :3700
A320: 2300

[ohshit]

Hi all,

Been shortlisted since end of 2011.

Got an email saying that there's nearly 2000 guys under review with more experience than I. So they are getting called first. :ugh:

Been rated on both Boeing and Airbus. Currently TT 5000 & 2500 B747

Probably hear something from them when they are ready.
Fly safe
Cheers

[bluesaddict]

WOW!! Then I better start thinking about something else.......

Just CRJ time.

[stabilizer135]

Thank you mate! Best of luck to you too!

[shreyan380]

How does one prepare for the induction to EK . IF you could guide me .Thanks

[LakeRat]

Applied Dec 17 2012. Short listed Jan 16 2013.

TT 9500
Typed on B747; B747-400

[flyzede]

Hi!
Did you get an e-mail saying that you were shortlisted or you just got your status changed to "shortlisted" in the emirates careers website?

I'm asking this because I never got an e-mail saying that I was shortlisted. I simply noticed that my status changed to "shortlisted".

Thanks!

[LakeRat]

I received an email stating I was shortlisted along with my status changed from under review to shortlisted.

[flyzede]

Thanks LakeRat

To all of the others:
Am I the odd one here? Or any of you also got your status changed to "shortlisted" without receiving any e-mail stating that?

Thanks.

[bluesaddict]

AFAIK when you log into EK web, you have to set it to receive an email.

I hope this helps.

[falcon10]

What is the latest regarding interviews? Are they calling for Boeing-only or Airbus-only interviews or is the interview the same and fleet decided on when offer is presented?

Is it normal for an interview to be scheduled and then cancelled because their "Boeing interview slots" were already full and thought you had a Airbus rating?

Some things just dont add up in their latest round of interview invites...

[bluesaddict]

Well, about interviews being cancelled because of not having the type rating it happened to me last march. So it's not new.

Good luck and tailwinds to all

[fatbus]

There is no more full transitions onto the 330 , only 320 -330 CCQ due to the large number of 320 pilots applying. More than likely only airbus experience will get applicants on the 380 from the the street.

[Just_landed]

I am shortlisted for over a year now, but never recieved a mail stating the same. :ugh:

[donpizmeov]

I see IASCO are advertising for DEC A380 for Skymark Airlines. 1500 PIC on anything CRJ200 or bigger for the gig.
Pay would seem to be half what everyone would pay, but the sushi is fresh I guess. 20 days on 10 days off.
A good place to wait for your EK FO interview perhaps?

The Don

[Mr Good Cat]

Well, sort of. They want non-rated Captains for the 737 with the chance to upgrade to the A380 if it eventually arrives as planned in 2014.

1500 hrs PIC on a RJ straight into the left seat of a 380? That's a huge step and I'm not sure I would be flying Skymark airlines during Typhoon season as a pax if that's the case.

And before anyone slates me I'm not questioning the abilities of RJ pilots or in fact anybody. I know all command time counts for something. Just having made the step-up from the LHS 737 to the LHS 777 I can say from experience that it's a huge learning curve.

Especially if you're doing it outside the US or Europe.

:ooh:

[donpizmeov]

This place really does need a sarcasm button.:rolleyes:

the Don

[Mr Good Cat]

.................

Definition of APOLOGY


: an admission of error or discourtesy accompanied by an expression of regret

:ok:

[ItsAllUpInTheAir]

Hi Guys, just a little update, I was over in Dubai last month, and there were about 20 of us there, and apparently they had 20 the week before. Everyone was Airbus or Boeing rated, and I was told by one of the recruitment team that that wouldn't change for a long time as they have a huge amount of applications they can choose from. They seem to be quite selective too, as no one from the previous week made the grade, and only 8 of us made it through from our group, with 3 of those failing the medical. Seems like interviews are really ramping up now though, so a lot of you should hear something very soon. Good luck everyone.

[Touch'n'oops]

To those who have their status as "Under Review", how long has it been for you?

Me its been nearly a month. I got to that within a week of applying. Guess there's a lot of guys to churn through.

A320 4400hrs

[spider_man]

there were about 20 of us there, and apparently they had 20 the week before. They seem to be quite selective too, as no one from the previous week made the grade, and only 8 of us made it through from our group, with 3 of those failing the medical

Are you saying only 5 out of 40 made it through final selection in Dubai? Did you do the PSP1 before going out to Dubai. I had heard a 50% pass rate for PSP.

[bluesaddict]

Did they tell you for how long were they going to take only Airbus or Boeing pilots?

Thanks,

[Taiguin]

Anybody heard anything yet regarding interview dates? I've done part of the PSP in 2011 and just sitting tight wanting to carry on with the rest of the process!!

[JPHIL68]

Stills no news from novembre for me , but really really want to leave my airline and my country :mad:

[WJAPilot]

What are the latest upgrade times for new hire FO's.

WJP

[DuneMentat]

It's hard to tell but the last upgrade joined in the middle of 2009 so about 3.5 years but it's hard to predict what happens in the future..

[fatbus]

It's running @5 years due to the number of pilots that were by passes . Don't forget those that failed will get another chance. It's been written before 3600 pilots now 1800 Capts and 1800 FO's do the maths, next new hire is 3601. New hires do not have an AC to upgrade onto based on the current fleet plan. This year there might be more upgrades on the 330 this year, regardless of AC retirements .

[nomad_07]

Hi, Does anyone have a recommendation for preparation for compass testing? I have the Skytest for DLR, wandering if its worth downloading the latest Skytest for Middle East carriers? Can anyone who has recently completed the PSP in AMS elaborate on what the assessment consisted of, any variation from what used to happen in Dubai as previously mentioned? Thanks in advance, and good luck to those with upcoming assessments!

[Taiguin]

Congratulations and good luck to those that have been called for interview!! Things appear to moving but slower than they have in the past.

A quick question for the guys attending the PSP NOT than the full interview...What hours/experience have you guys got?!

Still sitting tight here....;)

[A320fanatic]

Hi all, I applied in March 2012, got shortlisted quickly, received an email in November again saying I was shortlisted for future A380 selections and asking for an update of my application, which I did... haven't heard anything from EK since then, now I am reading that guys having applied less than 2 months ago are getting called for interviews ...!!???

Anybody else in the same situation?

A320 5000hrs total, 4700 on type ...

[lfrk]

We are way too many F/O on the mini airbus fleet, flying 40-50h/month in average (at least me and lot of my friends for the last 3-4months)

I guess they've postponed the DEFO 380 program until the have the correct figures of how many 380 ek will get in 2013. DEFO will happen but not right now, maybe 2d part of 2013 it's just my guest....

By the way there is also too many F/O on the 380 as well...be patient or ask for the 777

[A320fanatic]

After 200 hours to be correct, Bus Driver Man also has the same figures..

I guess you're from the US, I did my flight training there and I know it was also shocking for our american instructors to hear we were already flying twinjets when they were still busting there asses instructing on PA28's to build some hours ... but that's the way it mostly goes in Europe, some lucky friends of mine even got to begin on 757 ...

Anyways, thanks lfrk...but I have been waiting for nearly a year and patience is not really my thing!

I would love to go on the 777 fleet, much more than on the Airbus actually, but I don't think the choice is in my hands ... ??

Also, a colleague of mine is starting at EK in less than a month as a DEFO 380 ...

I guess this just doesn't make sense:ugh:

just have to wait and see...inshallah!

[spider_man]

I believe we will be there in early September, Inshallah!

Failure rate is massive, I was really impressed!

Where did most of the guys in your group fall down, in your opinion?

[vfenext]

We were assessed for the A380 since the beginning. I think you will find that you were assessed for wherever they want to put you! The assessment is the same for all fleets.

[lfrk]

Directly from the A380 chief pilot last week meeting,
9 or maybe 11 new 380 in 2013, aircrafts leaving 4 A343 (2 gone already), 2 A345, 2 A332. He said now there are leaving for sure. but who knows...

That's why, with all the leaving aircrafts they have too many F/O, there is no need for DEFO380 now...

[Terrain Noted]

And what about the 777 fleet, do they still need FO's or are there enough in the holding pool?
Does anybody know how many deliveries will there be this year?

[PHANTOM II]

Mine is under review from November 2012.
5100 TT
3100 A320.

[flyer19832007]

If rumours are true, with 2000 applications on file, and no doubt increasing, may I pose the question as to what selection criteria EK use with regard to calling for interview? If there is indeed one of course.

I have seen many posts of candidates which far exceed the minimum requirements for the positions for FO, yet some have been waiting longer than others for an assessment.

I only ask as when I do eventually apply, I will be a

"4000 hours of which 2000 shall be on a jet....candidate" Which is not a current EK type.

I expect it may be a bit of a wait for an assessment!

[falcon10]

I was contacted in December to interview in January. Dates were full so I was pushed off to February. Dates were full again and was told to expect March. Now I have been told my application was re-evaluated and I have been taken off the interview list and shortlisted again. What a crock! :=

[fatbus]

Unfortunately it's supply and demand. Hugh increase in CV's from high time pilots.

[falcon10]

Is 10k TT with 6k on the Boeing, among others, not high enough?

[Despot75]

Obviously not!

[falcon10]

To be uninvited to interview with double or triple the time of others that have been called makes little sense.

[donpizmeov]

Is your time on a type comparable to the EK fleet? As they say all hours are equal but some are more equal than others.
At least you get to see what the company is like prior to start date.

The Don.

[falcon10]

Last I checked a wide body Boeing was comparable to the ek fleet. Whatever.

[donpizmeov]

I think I hear crickets (or Gryllidae for the pedantic).

[Taiguin]

Last report of an invitation for interview we have was for early April I think...

Anybody been invited for assessment end of April onwards?!

[HellIamHere]

Hey guys, I'm new here in the forum. I applied to EK in January and I will be in Dubai in April for the selection program.

I already started my preparation and bought the Skytest, that I find well done.
I was just wondering about the real composition of the compass test in EK, since it seems to be a bit easier than the Skytest.

I mostly refer to math. Problems are not difficult but, since they are generated with random values to keep up the training, I often get into decimal values. That is ok but, since all the calculations are mentally done with just paper and pencil, they make you lose some time. Do you guys know if it applies to the EK tests, too?

Any other suggestion for the kind of psychometric tests I can refer in Skytest to better calibrate my preparation?

Thanks in advance for those who already passed the selection and want to share their experience!

H.I.H.

[Busworld]

Hello!

@HellIamHere,

What is your experience?

[HellIamHere]

First Officer with 10500h total time, about 6000 on a320 family and 1500h on a330.

Cheers!

H.I.H.

[PAMPA2000]

I applied back in Feb 2012 for FO, was shortlisted, then got email saying I qualify for DEC, asked to apply, so I did, also shortlisted. Then Capt window closed, now shortlisted for FO, but nothing yet.
12000hrs plus TTL, 5000hrs on A321/320/319 (3500 as PIC/1500 as SIC).
No idea if they will even ever call me, i wonder even why they tell me to apply as DEC, even if I met their minimum, when they knew they weren't even going to call me, i should have left my app as FO only....
Now I can't even remove my DEC app from their database, I think they keep bypassing me until their DEC reopens again.....I don't know...
Any ideas anyone?

[HellIamHere]

Why don't you rmail them asking about your status?

HIH

[PAMPA2000]

I did and also explained that i just want to work there, i don't care which seat or which plane.
No answer, still waiting reply.....?, i am just puzzled by the silence

[Non rev]

^^ desperation, that's why.

[Scanwing]

I know that in the past you could apply with less then the minimum hours provided you had it at time of joining. Has anyone recently applied and been offered interview with less than the required hours?

Cheers

[Taiguin]

I think early last year when recruitment was in overdrive that was most certainly the case. I myself attended the pre-selection before I had their minimum requirements. Back then it was even on the website that you could apply 500hrs short of the requirement.

At the moment however recruitment is much slower and with a pool of applicants with much more than the required minimum hours I'm not sure you'd hear anything from them if you apply now.

It is worth a try though but if I were you i'd expect to have to wait a while for interview even when you meet the minimum hours. Most of us have the minimum hours and have been waiting for a while for a call to finish the rest of the process.

Hang in there!! :ok:

[PW2040]

Hi all.

I applied oct 5 2012 and was shortlisted oct 7 2012, Call for interview jan 16 2013, but I had to decline because things has changed in my life.

4100 TT , 330 hr B727, 650 hr B757 and 1950 hr B767 , 1900 hr PIC B767

Regards,
PW2040

[Laker]

Pampa,

Keep trying until you get a response. I'm guessing your email hasn't reached the right person or else they were flooded with emails and passed over yours. If I had your qualifications I'm not sure I would want to spend 7 years or so in the right seat at EK. Think hard about that one. Dubai is getting more expensive by the day and EK knows how to get every ounce of productivity out of their employees.

[PW2040]

Good luck for everybody still on shortlist :ok:

[MXB737]

HELLO EVERYBODY,

I haven´t apply yet, I have 4900TT (1700-E145 F/O, 2000-E190 F/O, 1000-737NG F/O) should you guys think thats enough or I should wait a little bit more.
What I´ve been reading is that people called for the interviews are pilots higher rated, I would appreciate your advices.

PSI. In a general way what do you think about SKY TEST softwares?

THANKS, FROM MEXICO.:eek:

[Taiguin]

I would submit your application now. I'm not sure how your hours compare to the rest of the shortlister's but you've got to be "in it to win it" as they say.

If you do have to wait for an interview at least when the time comes you will have shown your patient and demonstrated your longer term interest in EK.

Anybody heard anything more about interviews in May/June etc or has it gone all quiet!? :eek:

[Capt. Flamingo]

Que onda MXB737?

You have the minimum hours so you don't loose anything with applying.

p.s. no dejes aeromexico por venirte aqui.

Saludos

[smiler68]

Any idea what a change from shortlisted to SHORTLISTED signifies?

[White Knight]

You hold more experience than a good proportion of the Captains at EK, which COULD skew the cockpit gradient. I have heard of a number of occasions where heated discussions/fights have broken out when high/higher hour F/Os challenge captains not so capable/experienced.

Complete bollocks...... Get a job with the DM why don't you?:cool::p:8

[nrn]

I've just entered the shortlist "pool"

2550 hours JAR 25
SFI 737NG

[lakunas]

Hi Folks, I've just been invited for an interview in DXB for emirates. What can I expect there? Any tips? where to look ?, how to prepare ?,

RGDS

[AvroRider]

smiler68 : Any idea what a change from shortlisted to SHORTLISTED signifies?

I have the same change smiler68. I'm shortlisted since 1 year now and updated every 6 months as they requested. I really hope they will call soon !

Maybe some members could help to understand more about this change. Maybe we are just to enthusiast ! :ok:

[nrn]

How many hours do you have Avro? On which type?

[GetOffMyBack]

Any idea what sim they are using at the moment for interviews?

[Taiguin]

Hey Lakunas,

Congratulations on being invited. For those of us waiting for the call can I ask:-

When did you get the call / when is your assessment / how many hours do you have?!

There is plenty of info on PPrune about the assessment centre if you trawl a bit.

Good luck! :ok:

[groundtoflightdeck]

When I went through Boeing people used the 777 and Airbus people used the A330 and A380. So its just a spin of the wheel.

Good Luck!

[AvroRider]

nrn : How many hours do you have Avro? On which type?

Hello nrn,

I have 4000h+ TT and 700h+ Airbus A32F. The rest is mainly on the Avro RJ.

EDIT : BTW congrats for entering the shortlisted pool ! :ok:

[lakunas]

Total time 10500 with 4500 jet PIC 737 and A319/320. I never got the call. I was shortlisted for about 2 mths and few days ago I received an e-mail with the offer for an interview in May. Will see. Since I'm flying in May and my schedule has been already made ( no chance to swap), I'll have to get another date. Will see.
Looking for any info on how to prepare for an interview.

Cheers

[smiler68]

Reliable source tells me interviews on hold for boeing guys while priorities shift to Direct entry 380 FO's. Sit tight.

[safelife]

A330 FO, just got shortlisted. Was in the queue since quite some time, but refused to be interviewed once before as I couldn't get any days off to match their interviews.
They asked my to update my application which had very limited A330 hours on by then, but shortlisted me before I was even able to update it.

[A320_jockey]

Applied 2 weeks ago, shortlisted few days later.

TT 3000
A320 2500+

It seems they invite now guys with much higher experience, so we may wait some time...

[enthusiast]

applied approximately a year ago, have been shortlisted for 5 months.

3000+ TT, 2800+ A320 family.

hope to be invited in the first half of this year.

Is it important what airlines I work for, as well as 55 tons experience?
or just rely on jet time and the type of fleet?

[nrn]

Hello all,

I've just purchased skytest (middle east edition).

What parts are relevant?
I know compass is important but how much physics and how much of the psychometric test is usefull?

Many thanks

[023DRIVER]

Hello guys
anybody know which simulator they are using now, i have been invited for the interview in may.
submitted the application a year ago, exactly a year later i got the e-mail.
appreciate any info on which sim they are using now,

4700hrs TT
4000hrs Airbus

[023DRIVER]

it means you are now in the final stage of getting called for interviews, if they need to interview in june and july you would be one of them

tks

[nrn]

Are you refering to the shortlisted SHORTLISTED question?

[023DRIVER]

yes. SHORTLISTED in capital letters means that,

[tonker]

Are you saying there is lowercase 2nd fifteen type of short list, and then there is a capitals SHORTLIST, start packing the sun cream type of list?

[Jumbito]

I went from "shortlisted" to "under review" to "SHORTLISTED" in capitals. Applied around Sept 2012 3800TT / 3300 A320. Still waiting for the magic call :)

[flyboyike]

Applied August of 2012, checked my application yesterday and saw that I was shortlisted. No idea how long that's been the case. 5024TT, around 4000Jet, no Boeing or Airbus time at all.

[Taiguin]

Does it say Shortlisted or SHORTLISTED in your application status?

[pilot79it]

I don't know guy...
I applied in january, after two months I have passed to SHORTLISTED, and now I back to under review...
6000tt
+5000 A320/330

[donpizmeov]

All Boeing courses filled until the end of the calendar year. The number of new hires this year has been reduced to circa 250. DEFO 380 still being interviewed.

The Don

[023DRIVER]

Hello Guys
anybody out there who did the interview recently, I would really appreciate any information regarding the smulator they us,
Thanks

[donpizmeov]

I don't know mate. But things change quickly here. We are migrating crew off the 777 to the 380 this year, so make of that what you will.

The Don

[falconeasydriver]

Hello Guys
anybody out there who did the interview recently, I would really appreciate any information regarding the smulator they us,
Thanks

Well the Sim I did the other day involved high alt stalls, overspeeds, and cabin smoke/fire followed buy a manually flown rapid descent to a raw data ILS with no A/P or A/T with a gust x wind...with a G/A and an engine failure.

Lets hope you don't get that.

[spider_man]

I assume that was for DEC falcon as this is an FO recruitment thread? Or do I sense a hint of sarcasm.

[thatwasclose]

Chaps, the bonus announcment was today, and we got nada. Hence the comments, falcon was talking about his normal ppc. Everyone here is bitterly disappointed. We have been working very hard, not able to get leave etc etc, and the company made buckets of money but gave us nothing. So right now expect some pissed off comments. It's nothing personal, just venting, and of course, if people still come here then our conditions will only get worse as they have the attitude if you don't like it, leave,since we are all replaceable by well, you chaps. I am not saying don't come here, but we all have a rice bowl that we would like to keep full but it's getting smaller and smaller, so expect a bit of sarcasm, venting and not a lot of help.

[023DRIVER]

Falconeasydriver:
oh ya I hope I won't get what u got in the sim, only you would be able to handle all those, u must be really good pilot, im sure EK is proud of you mate, :ok:

[Capt. Flamingo]

The sim session falconeasydriver described is really going on at EK at the moment, and it's not just for him.

[falconeasydriver]

023DRIVER,

Far be for me to exhault my virtues, I am by definition a career FO, therefore my opinion is slightly more important at EK than perhaps one of the cleaners, I can though confirm I coped, but proud? you are having a laugh me thinks.

[donpizmeov]

Well I for one am proud of you Falcon. But you wont have to worry about all that manual flying stuff when you cross dress onto the whale. Bet you can't wait!!!!:E

The Don

[falconeasydriver]

But you wont have to worry about all that manual flying stuff when you cross dress onto the whale. Bet you can't wait!!!!http://images.ibsrv.net/ibsrv/res/src:www.pprune.org/get/images/smilies/evil.gif

The Borg will assimilate.....:}

[enthusiast]

Well the Sim I did the other day involved high alt stalls, overspeeds, and cabin smoke/fire followed buy a manually flown rapid descent to a raw data ILS with no A/P or A/T with a gust x wind...with a G/A and an engine failure.



falconeasydriver,

Is this a new sim profile for FO assessment? Quite different from what I've read in this thread.

[Mr Good Cat]

falconeasydriver,

Is this a new sim profile for FO assessment? Quite different from what I've read in this thread.

Look what you've gone and done now, Falconeasydriver :E

Don't worry potential FOs, the sim is still as it was... A simple visual circuit followed a V1 cut and some non-normal management. And you get to use your own company's SOPs to make it easier.

It's still essentially the important bits of your 6-monthly sim check shortened to fit in an interview.

You don't have to perform miracles, just be safe and within sensible limits. If you can pass your PPC at any major carrier this should be no different.

:ok:

[enthusiast]

Mr Good Cat,

I really appreciate your quick and detailed reply.

[flyer19832007]

Genuine question,

If you apply to EK with less than the min hours does the system automatically reject your application? Or does it just remain open so you can update as required?

Regards,

Flyer.

[Wizofoz]

The sim session falconeasydriver described is really going on at EK at the moment, and it's not just for him.

No, but it's a non-assessed, purerly for training manual handling sim.

[Leading_Edge_190]

Hi Guys and Girls,

Just wondered if anyone has any opinions on updating your EK app. Basically i've been shortlisted and waiting a while so its about time to update my info. I updated the relevant info but i'm wondering if EK will see that or whether I should resubmit the application which I'm sure will change my status back to under review!

Basically its to resubmit or not to resubmit that is the question??

I read some threads on the Shortlist status mine is written "Shortlisted" just if anyone is still wondering!

Thanks

LE

[tonker]

I think the general consensus is to update regularly. Wether it really goes to the top of a pile is anyones business but thats what folk there advise.

ps i have the more prestigious capitals SHORTLISTED so if i get the nod i'll let you know.:ok:

[tony_the_tiger]

there's a difference between SHORTLISTED and Shortlisted???

[k grind]

So much negativity here... Is it really that bad? Should I just pull my application out right now? I know that pilots tend to be negative at the best of times but this seems to be more than the norm. These posts are basically scaring the sh*t out of me!

[tonker]

Tony. I think the sequence is "under review", to "shortlisted" and then "SHORTLISTED"

[tony_the_tiger]

Thanks, varmint & tonker:ok:

Tonker you're right on the sequence

[Laker]

things have really gotten tough lately. More than just usual pilot complaining IMHO. Rosters are extremely crammed, long upgrade for anyone joining now, say goodbye to profit share and pay raises, and to make matters worse prices for everything in Dubai are on the way up. Sadly our salaries are not. Think hard before making any big moves.

[GetOffMyBack]

Out of curiosity does anyone know how long after the interview it takes for EK to contact you with a result.... And if its positive when do they offer courses?

Cheers

[JPHIL68]

Sill waiting waiting....really want to move with a new challenge for me , so do you have any news regarding the next step for us :ok:

here 12 degres lot of taxes lot of insecurity (since may 2012...) really want to take my chance :mad:

[tonker]

I got an email stating that the current employment push is for Airbus, with Boeing then starting at a later date or on in the year.

Basically standby.

[lfrk]

From senioriy list, last 2 new joiners (F/O) are on the......A330....

[vinayak]

EY Airbus... Affirm... 3,700 a320 hours... Shortlisted... Waiting... Hopeful :)

[flyer19832007]

any more non-rated guys being interviewed/assessed/looked at?

If not how long can we expect this to go on for with just rated guys being called?

I know a lot has to do with EK's expansion plans, but with 20 odd (not 44) aircraft arriving this year you would think there would be some movement.

It all seems to have slowed down to a halt!

Edit due inaccurate information..... Thanks wiz of oz...

[Wizofoz]

I don't know where the 44 figure came from. Actual deliveries this year are more like 20, and there will be some retirements- net gain around 12.

Recruitment will be less than 200, and most of those have already been selected and given dates.

Sorry to all waiting, but it will only be a select few this year.

[flyer19832007]

Profile on Emirates | CAPA - Centre for Aviation (http://centreforaviation.com/profiles/airlines/emirates-ek)

Projected aircraft deliveries.... Does this seem about right?

Although essentially the only question I have is about the NTR folk like myself, as much as I want to work for EK, I can't wait forever for a shot as much as I would like to!

[mooseknuckles]

How many different threads are you going to post your flight time? Seriously, all its doing is pointing out the fact that you got hired to some crap LCC with 190 hours and are willing to come to EK for whatever they will give you. But hey, congrats on the interview. You'll probably get the MD-11 sim so study up real hard on that.

[fatbus]

My guess is the 380, 330 is done more or or less and the 777 hiring/ courses filled for the year.Might be a few to back fill those that have quit.

[airman123]

Hi everybody , i have been shortlisted since september 2012, does anybody knows if this is normal? Tt4000 b767 f/o
i am now a little bit concerned.
Please some information about times that candidates must wait after shortlisted.

[JPHIL68]

Just check my statut today and surprise after SHORTLISTED i have Not successful...... someone can help me to understand ?

5500 on 321/320/319 :ugh::ugh:

[groundtoflightdeck]

Not successful means you're getting passed on. If you didn't interview uou should be able to reapply in less than 24 months.

To the guy with 767 time and shortlisted since sept... I was shortlisted for 10 months...no big deal. They aren't dying gor Boeing guys at the moment. Cheers

[JPHIL68]

it s very strange why ? i was on the spirit to move for ek to do the best for the sim and interview and now....it s a big :mad:

[Schnowzer]

Pardon? If you wrote your application like that.......

[donpizmeov]

JP with those hours you should be a cert for easyjet. Maybe do that for a bit until EK open the gates again.

The Don

[JPHIL68]

Very funny schnowzer very......i m sorry it s not my mmt and it s better:ok:

[Busworld]

Hello everyone!

I'm going to do the PSP1 in Madrid.
Does any one know what can I expect from the simulator assessment (flight from LGW to MUC) besides the visual circuit and the engine failure?

Thanks

[bettigio]

FO TT 5000hrs
A320 Family 4500hrs
NOT SUCCESSFUL....
A guy from Easyjet TT4000hrs...DIRECT ENTRY FO A380.
What is going on?

[Wizofoz]

It's not just hours.

[adwjenk]

Busworld, just a quick question are you Airbus or Boeing rated?

If anyone is interested, Emirates are now advertising for direct entry non type rated A380 first officers.

Minimum Requirements

First Officer A380

- 3000 hours multi-engine, multi-crew, Jet with MTOW 50+Tonnes which must include1500 hours and current on modern fly by wire Airbus aircraft

- Full ICAO ATPL

Hopefully if you have the above and are already awaiting an interview you may find yourself DEP onto the A380!!!

Good Luck.

[RjAgCR]

Interesting...!! this was just posted today...wondering what was the normal transition to the A380 ? 330/340 guys or what now? is there a senority list only for the A380 now? what the transition would be for the new hires getting on the BigBus :confused:

[jafarc]

Hi wizofoz

Is it possible to know what other factors come into play besides hours regarding emirates selection for interview ?

[mooseknuckles]

Hours get you in the door, personality and aptitude get you the job.

[Wizofoz]

jad- There are LOTS of factors. It's very competitive now with lots of applicants to fill fewer positions.

You filled in a long application- both what you said and how you said it will be assessed.

just a point for those excited about DEP on the A380- bear a few things in mind.

- The pay is no different.

- It's becoming a good life-style aircraft, but for now the 777 beats it for variety

- It would likely be a long time to upgrade (for now the 777 is still quicker)

- And- and this is the biggie- if you ever want to leave Emirates, it's not a Type rating that is going to get you a job elsewhere, while 777 or 330/340 pilots are constantly in demand.