Qatar talent pool FO

[jjpm84]

Hello everyone, I had qatar interview in july(2016) one week later I received an e-mail confirming I was approved, some days ago I received an other e-mail informing to me that I have been put in the hold pool. The other guys (had the interview on the same day) already received their doj, any of you in the same situation? How long are you waiting? I applied to Boeing, FO position. My type: B737. Total hours: 3300.

[Crashlanding]

Same situation, June, 737, hmmm around 4300 TT

[fatbus]

Just a guess , but maybe they received a bunch of Type rated pilots or a lot more experience and they are trying to capitalize on that. EK has been doing that for years. I would not worry they will call .

[Bridge55]

Same here in the pool .. June 737 4400tt.. Other guy that got DOJ was of 757 for december start.

Bridge


Hello everyone, I had qatar interview in july(2016) one week later I received an e-mail confirming I was approved, some days ago I received an other e-mail informing to me that I have been put in the hold pool. The other guys (had the interview on the same day) already received their doj, any of you in the same situation? How long are you waiting? I applied to Boeing, FO position. My type: B737. Total hours: 3300.

[jjpm84]

Good news:
Qatar Airways CEO Al Baker Planning Large Aircraft Order soon.

http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2016-08-31/qatar-airways-ceo-al-baker-planning-large-aircraft-order-soon

[jjpm84]

Hey, No news or updates from Qatar???

[BR-Pilot]

Posting on this topic instead of the other one, since this is an specific matter.

I've been through assessment on late September. Received an approval e-mail one week later putting me on talent pool.

I'm FO, 737NG TR and have heard about Airbus and 777 TR guys receiving job offer to join on December and January. Apparently queue is a bit slower for NTR and 737 guys.

Did anyone on talent pool have received good news lately?

[Crashlanding]

Nothing yet, for me

[Charlio]

hello guys! same in here, swimming in the pool since the end of august. I am coming from the 737 as well... i'll post if i have any update.

Good luck!

[PapaHotel85]

Hello.
Also in the Pool since December. 737ng with 1300 on Type. 1500 TT
Anyone has got an update recently?

[privatepilotantalya]

Apparently most of the talent pool is for the 737 TR people, as Qatar have not apparently received any Max orders yet , and some of the 737 people who have given start date are jumping to the 777

[PapaHotel85]

I thought that the 737Max will be not for Qatar. That they ordered them for other airlines like meridiana? That's what I was reading online.
Yes apparently it depends on the experience you have..

[striker26]

Yes, they will be used for QR's foreign investment in Meridiana but not all have been committed, puts pressure on Airbus to deliver the NEO's. MAny of the a320 orders have been converted to A321's as well....slow all around (for cadets, NTR and TR pilots) until QR gets fixed delivery dates i guess...

[privatepilotantalya]

As far as I know Qatar does not have 737 so is that mean all of the 737 TR pilots will move to the 777 and the 787

[casablanca]

Yes Qatar hires for 787/777....only Boeings they have.
They have been hiring people without 777 type if they have time on similar type...737,757,767,747 etc....

[1975Arno]

Hi i am looking for a pilot that works at Qatar airways (http://www.qatarairways.com/),
I lost his buisness card.
I hope someone knows him and wants to bring me in contact with him.

All i know is his name Lordvic (don't know if that is even front or back) and that he is a pilot at Qatar airways (http://www.qatarairways.com/).

I hope someone can help

thank you

[Ifach]

Hi guys. Anyone from here: type rated 737 and in the talent pool received a DOJ?

[Jetpipe.]

The last email I got from them..

''We cannot confirm nor estimate a joining date at the moment, but hopefully by the end of January we will have clarity of the manpower requirements for this Financial Year. As soon as we do, we will contact you with a proposed date based on the manpower needs and your notice period and interview date.''

[Crashlanding]

Snap, same generic email to me too

[Ifach]

When did you guys pass the selection process? Any idea of how many swimming, and for how long?

[PapaHotel85]

Any updates from people in the pool with a joining date? Does anyone know how many people are in the pool currently?

[BR-Pilot]

I've heard about guys with joining date to june, 767 rated.

Me and other 737 drivers are still swimming...

[flyjeff]

Hey guys,

I'm also swimming in the pool since the end of November. Still no news... TR 737NG 6500TT. 4 Months notice period.

[APU_inop]

Don't worry they are still recruiting full speed and expanding. I think that the reason for the pool is the training capacity that cannot keep up with the expansion. Big numbers of new joiners every week.

[michaela74]

Did the selection in late November and just got a start date in early June. Exactly on my notice period. Type rated A330. Must be an Airbus thing. :ok:

[flyjeff]

Just got an email from QR - I'm starting in July on the 777.

[Ifach]

Congrats flyjeff!

[PapaHotel85]

Cool. Congrats. So just that you can comply with your notice period. 😊

[flyjeff]

Thanks guys! I applied as FO. Good luck to all the others still waiting, hope you get your date soon too..

[VIPER1616]

FLYJEFF, CONGRATS, FOR HOW LONG WERE YOU ON THE POOL??? When did you have your interview??????

[flyjeff]

I was in there for 2 months. I had the interview in November.

[BR-Pilot]

Congrats on folks getting a date of join!

Considering the latest guys with a DOJ, I can suppose: Airbus queue is going faster than Boeing's. Also, those more experienced or with widebody experience are joining first. It's not an absolute rule of course, but seems they are taking these factors into account.

Is great to see things are moving forward! Think we'll all soon leave the pool.

[casablanca]

I have to agree with above... depends on current needs etc..,, but I have seen several very experienced captains start within weeks of interviewing while less experienced pilots are floating in pool

[bananaman2]

An ex-colleague of mine... interviewed in October and started early last month - so 2months wait. He was an FO on the A320 and was offered the same at QR. He could've just been at the right place at the right time (and he had 1months notice).

It has been mentioned that how well you do during the assessment might also influence how quickly you're pulled out the pool.

Anyway, you'll all get your chance. Plenty of new aircraft still to be delivered.


I have to agree with above... depends on current needs etc..,, but I have seen several very experienced captains start within weeks of interviewing while less experienced pilots are floating in pool

[BR-Pilot]

It has been mentioned that how well you do during the assessment might also influence how quickly you're pulled out the pool.

Also a good point to remind.


Anyway, you'll all get your chance. Plenty of new aircraft still to be delivered.
Does anyone have a delivery list for 2017? Only one I found was at Airfleets and didn't mention any Boeing deliver for this year. But we know they were suppose to get like 10 777s at least.

[PapaHotel85]

https://www.google.de/amp/mobile.reuters.com/article/amp/idUSKBN14W1XW

Just an article about deliveries 2017

[eagle747_S211]

Congrats to those with DOJ. I interviewed in NOV 2016 still waiting join date. A320 rated.

[White_Eagle]

Anybody know if they plan ratings on the 787 this year?

[Boeing_J]

Congratulations on passing.

I went for the the assessment on 1st and 2nd of Dec and still swimming in the pool. B737 rated with 2000 hours on type and 3 month notice period.

Looks like there still quite a few poeple on the Boeing list so I guess we need to be patient for a few more month.:ugh:

[Boeing_J]

Congratulations on passing . I went for the assessment on 1st and 2 nd of Dec and still swimming in the pool. Boeing 737 type rated with 2000 hours on type and 3 month notice perod. From what I have heard there are still quite a few quys on the Boeing list so looks like we need to be patient for a few more weeks/months .

[fliger]

Hi to all, the same here, interview end november, A320 rated, still waiting. Got the same generic mail. Colegues on 737 - same date screening already got DOJ. I have 3 months NP.

[JALOK]

Second officer . After long swimming in talent pool recieved doj last Dec. Unfortunately again back in pool.anyone has any idea what can be the reason and changes of re-opening file.

[EchoromeoD]

Hello everyone,

I attended the interview in Jan and been in the pool since 1st Feb. I've heard it takes 2-3 months to get out of the talent pool. I wish we all stop swimming and start fyling soon.

I am a FO, B737 with 1500hrs.

Wish you all the best.

[CATI]

Guys,

when you get a DOJ, how flexible are they about it? Do they expect that you meet the date or is it possible to postpone it to a month that suits you better?

[BR-Pilot]

Hello everyone,

I attended the interview in Jan and been in the pool since 1st Feb. I've heard it takes 2-3 months to get out of the talent pool. I wish we all stop swimming and start fyling soon.

I am a FO, B737 with 1500hrs.

Wish you all the best.
I passed the interview late September and have been in the pool since then. Still no news.

Some candidates interviewed later already got a job offer. AFAIK, it depends on factors like your experience, if Type Rated or not and your notice period.

I have almost same experience as yours, also B737 FO.

Good luck to all of us!

[Crashlanding]

It took.6 months before I got a start month.

Boeing rated with around 4700 hours

[dalmus]

Hi to all, just joined u guys in the pool few days ago. Airbus FO. Read all the post here, seems it s quite frustrating to wait for the DOJ. I just wonder, if I got the notice saying I m joining pool, would it mean that I will be offered a position anyway, just a matter of how long I have to wait? Would this offer be terminated and Should I re-apply for the position again after waiting for certain period of time? Anyway, good luck to u all! Hope everyone can get the notice of DOJ soon!

[EchoromeoD]

Hi dalmus,

Welcome. As far as I know your assesment is valid for 1 year only. If they can not offer a job for you within a year you have to do everything from the begining. Of course not so sure when this "one year" starts and finishes. Best of luck!

[AC.]

Hi everyone,

I passed the assessment in mid-November and am still in the pool (A320 rated, 3 months notice). Hopefully we'll all get our joining date soon :)

[dalmus]

Hi dalmus,

Welcome. As far as I know your assesment is valid for 1 year only. If they can not offer a job for you within a year you have to do everything from the begining. Of course not so sure when this "one year" starts and finishes. Best of luck!

Thx for the info, I got the same answer from QR. if I am not offered anything within one year, that means my application is withdrew, it seems that passing the screening doesn't mean that I got the job... sigh...

Anyone here has this kind of experience, Didn't hear anything from the company and have to do everything again? How big is the probability?

[Boeing_J]

Chill down mate. I have not heard of any case where someone was kicked out of the pool after 1 year . I guess the 1 year validity is only for planning purposes and 2 years ago they extended it from 12-18 month and also keep in mind that they are still recruiting people.

[dalmus]

Good to hear that, anyway, good luck everyone!!!

[Avenger]

According to my former colleagues in TM, pool time is 6 months plus at the moment for "Mr Average" some with high scores had DJO but sheer volume means likely to be looked at again after May. Forgot to mention, apart from the DJOs which are given a fleet type, the pool is divided into FO swimmers with more than 2000 hrs (777) and this with less (787).. but its not a hard and fast rule, depends on needs. All DEC on 787

[PilotRamin]

Hi guys,
Just passed the assessment two weeks ago and have been put in the pool.
Airbus Pilot with 3200 total and 600 on type and notice period is one month.
Hope get the DoJ soon and good luck to everyone

[atrrightseater]

My assessment was last 19th and 20th of Jan for the 777. Currently flying 767. Total hours 10.000 but only 700 on a heavy. Received my OK on the 23rd of Jan (3 days after my Sim session), but placed right away in the talent pool. Today 15th of March received my DOJ for this August B777. God speed to all of you.

[deep1989]

Hi...want to know if anybody who's has been put back to the talent pool for Second officer 2016 batch??

[pfvspnf]

Deep 89 , what is your experience ?

[JALOK]

Hi...want to know if anybody who's has been put back to the talent pool for Second officer 2016 batch??

Yes. After one year wait Recieved joining in December, now put back to pool.

[deep1989]

pfvs.. I applied for Second officer Non-Type Rated and I have basic 250hrs which was their minimum requirement.

[Jetpipe.]

Anybody else swimming in the pool who received an email to update his/her hours? I just received it and I m trying to figure out what purpose it serves..

[Boeing_J]

Yep, same here mate. I guess they just do it from time to time to check your level of experience.
When was your interview ? Did mine beginning of Dec.

[PapaHotel85]

I got the email aswell. @ Jetpipe
How many hours you have and when was your assessment?

[Avenger]

Maybe they want to know if you fall into the 2000plus group or not;)

[Jetpipe.]

Assessment was early Dec 2016, 3000hrs plus on 738.. sick of waiting!

[fliger]

Hi to all of swimmers.

I got my Doi last week, I am 320 rated with 5500h. I got 320. Joining end of summer. Was in the pool for 3 months - from the middle of December.

I know it is hard, i had nightmares. Holding fingers crossed for all of you!

[mrudes21]

@ jetpipe , mate if u sick of waiting just after 3 months , what if you were like some of us who waited like 2 yrs and still waiting for a date . Patience is a virtue, I now realize that !!! Stay strong and all the best to all waiting for a date .

[BR-Pilot]

After being in the pool since October, got a DOJ to this September, FO 787.

I'm 737NG rated, 1.800hs TT, 1.500 on type.

[deep1989]

Yes. After one year wait Recieved joining in December, now put back to pool.

Any update JALOK?

[alanlivingston77]

Anybody who got a joining date recently, specially guys who did the assessment in Jan??

[VanzineB]

Placed in the pool since mid January. A320 rated with 1500 hours. Anybody who got recently a joining date on A320 ?

[VIPER1616]

Anyone who had the DOJ recently, received an email requestin an update of the hours?????
Thanks in advance

[flyflye]

Hi guys got a joining date for August after waiting 4 months in the talent pool NTR and they offered A320

[TOGA16]

Congrats flyfly, it looks that things are moving in the Airbus Fleet...... i received yesterday an email requesting an update of my hours...... Did you receive the same mail prior the DOJ offer????????

[Jetpipe.]

Just got Dec 2017, on 777. Happy days!

[fagolo]

How long were you swimming,? I just passed the assessement.

[Mgggpilot]

Hi guys got a joining date for August after waiting 4 months in the talent pool NTR and they offered A320
Congrats
What's your experience if you may ?

[flyflye]

Congrats flyfly, it looks that things are moving in the Airbus Fleet...... i received yesterday an email requesting an update of my hours...... Did you receive the same mail prior the DOJ offer????????

Thanks TOGA...And no I didn't receive any email requesting an update, the only email received was the one telling me I passed and I was in the talent pool

[catotoi]

Hello everyone,

I got talent pool mail last week and now swimming in the pool. We were three Boeing type rated pilot and the other two got both date of join and aircraft type 777 for this October. I am still waiting for date of join with total 2500 hrs with 1800 hrs 737 type rating.

[fagolo]

Hello everyone,

I got talent pool mail last week and now swimming in the pool. We were three Boeing type rated pilot and the other two got both date of join and aircraft type 777 for this October. I am still waiting for date of join with total 2500 hrs with 1800 hrs 737 type rating.

Were they rated?
I'm on 2200h total with 1300h 737.
In the pool since 27.3

[mrudes21]

Congrats catotoi , well done , you got contacted pretty fast , hopefully The swim won't be too much . All the best .

[catotoi]

Were they rated?
I'm on 2200h total with 1300h 737.
In the pool since 27.3

Yes, they were rated in 737 with more than 3000 hrs. Maybe thats why they got date. Actually, one of them is my friend in my company :)

[catotoi]

Congrats catotoi , well done , you got contacted pretty fast , hopefully The swim won't be too much . All the best .
Thanks so much my friend :)

[deep1989]

Any update JALOK?

I have heard they have stopped hiring for Second officers from last three months and there is no chance to get a call this year..

[JALOK]

I have heard they have stopped hiring for Second officers from last three months and there is no chance to get a call this year..

No info about it. Any ways as per their mail it's only for few months, even we r struggling, all major airlines recruitment going on here,i am simply waiting for Qatar, after waiting such a long time if they say no meal then what to do ? hope for the best

[JALOK]

Any update JALOK?

Pls pm your watsapp number

[ricbab]

Hi guys, does anybody has any latest news for the holding pool? I'm B737 FO been in the pool for one month now about 1500 hrs

[BR-Pilot]

Hi guys, does anybody has any latest news for the holding pool? I'm B737 FO been in the pool for one month now about 1500 hrs
Average time in the pool = 5 months. Keep cool, you'll probably swim for a little while.

[TOGA16]

Please, any update of DOJ !!!!!!!! I had my assestmen last January.....Airbus 320 rated, FO............. Anyone with a recent DOJ....please.....

[Suh77]

Hi guys...

Any news on the pool for SO's..? have heard that they are going to start calling people soon.. around June.. could just be a rumour but do let me know if anyone here has heard anything.

[VanzineB]

@TOGA16, the same here, assessement in January A320 rated... still swimming in the pool. They only ask for hours update last month. Good luck

[JJ330]

The training slot for later this year is being filled...

[catotoi]

The training slot for later this year is being filled...

Can you be more specific?

[deep1989]

Hi guys...

Any news on the pool for SO's..? have heard that they are going to start calling people soon.. around June.. could just be a rumour but do let me know if anyone here has heard anything.

Hi,

When was your assessment? And how long you've been in pool?

[casablanca]

Know a 737 fo who interviewed in November... just signed contract for 787 beginning in September.

[hihi555]

Hi guys.

Any A320 Tyed Rated guys who went for interview in Jan 17 received any DOJ yet? Other than the update of hours email.

Thanks

[VanzineB]

Hi guys.

Any A320 Tyed Rated guys who went for interview in Jan 17 received any DOJ yet? Other than the update of hours email.

Thanks

Had the interview on Jan, 16. A320 rated, Just received the update hours mail three weekds ago. Still waiting in the pool ...

[alanlivingston77]

Interviewed on January 28th.... no news as of yet.

[eagle747_S211]

Hi guys!

I'd explain my situation here to see if anyone is going through the same? I'm A320 type rated FO who did interview in november last year. was in the holding pool and early mar 2017 got an email from QR for a joining "slot" in August for A320. Note, this is an email and no formal offer letter yet.
As of end april, I am still awaiting the offer letter although the QR team mentioned to bear with them. Anyone had any similar experience given a "start month" but no official DOJ?

[alanlivingston77]

Hi guys!

I'd explain my situation here to see if anyone is going through the same? I'm A320 type rated FO who did interview in november last year. was in the holding pool and early mar 2017 got an email from QR for a joining "slot" in August for A320. Note, this is an email and no formal offer letter yet.
As of end april, I am still awaiting the offer letter although the QR team mentioned to bear with them. Anyone had any similar experience given a "start month" but no official DOJ?


Hi.....
Usually the normal practice is to issue the offer letter close to your notice period. So depending on your current notice period(say for example 3 months), they will call you somewhere in may. If not you can still call them and check for an update.

[flyflye]

Hi guys!

I'd explain my situation here to see if anyone is going through the same? I'm A320 type rated FO who did interview in november last year. was in the holding pool and early mar 2017 got an email from QR for a joining "slot" in August for A320. Note, this is an email and no formal offer letter yet.
As of end april, I am still awaiting the offer letter although the QR team mentioned to bear with them. Anyone had any similar experience given a "start month" but no official DOJ?

Hey eagle747...I'm in the same situation and I also got an email saying I'm starting in August for the A320 just no offer letter but as someone said I guess we will get it near our notice period mine is one month before so I'm expecting it in July!

[AC.]

Hi guys!

I'd explain my situation here to see if anyone is going through the same? I'm A320 type rated FO who did interview in november last year. was in the holding pool and early mar 2017 got an email from QR for a joining "slot" in August for A320. Note, this is an email and no formal offer letter yet.
As of end april, I am still awaiting the offer letter although the QR team mentioned to bear with them. Anyone had any similar experience given a "start month" but no official DOJ?
Hi eagle747,

I'm exactly in the same situation as you.

[eagle747_S211]

Thanks for the reply guys!

[flyhigh788]

Hey guys,

I´m looking for some information regarding the Medical I will need for joining Qatar.

I have a German EASA Class 1 Medical without any restrictions after passing the Lantern-Test (colour vision test).

I´m now interested in applying with Qatar Airways. Does anyone of you know, if they just accept my German Medical or if I need to do one again there?

Furthermore, what´s the procedure there in such a case if I need to do a new Medical there?

Thanks!

[WrldWide]

As one would be flying a Qatar registered aircraft on a Qatar license, a Qatar(QCAA) medical will be required after joining in order to obtain the Qatar license.

[Mgggpilot]

Hi Guys,
Your input is highly appreciated here before I make final decision. In the pool for FO A320 here and back home soon I will upgrade to Command on the Brazilian jet. E195. At crossroads now, your kind advice please, Doha or stay put here?

[casablanca]

Hi Guys,
Your input is highly appreciated here before I make final decision. In the pool for FO A320 here and back home soon I will upgrade to Command on the Brazilian jet. E195. At crossroads now, your kind advice please, Doha or stay put here?

Where is back home? Where are you currently working?

[777AV8R]

Hi Guys,
Your input is highly appreciated here before I make final decision. In the pool for FO A320 here and back home soon I will upgrade to Command on the Brazilian jet. E195. At crossroads now, your kind advice please, Doha or stay put here?

Never give up a command position, especially to move here. If you want your career to grow, assuming a command on any aircraft is the way to success.

[catotoi]

Hi Guys,
Your input is highly appreciated here before I make final decision. In the pool for FO A320 here and back home soon I will upgrade to Command on the Brazilian jet. E195. At crossroads now, your kind advice please, Doha or stay put here?

I think, it depends on your age and expectations about life and career. I am almost same position with you and expect to upgrade one and half year in Boeing. I consider myself as young as for commercial aviation and that's why Qatar takes precedence for me. After the upgrade in wide-body in Qatar Airlines, probably I will be seen young for commander position in wide-body type.

[Mgggpilot]

Where is back home? Where are you currently working?

@Casablanca back home is where my company is , southern hemisphere and this is where I am working.

[TOGA16]

As far as I heard, right now the A320 fleet is almost complete, the whole situation with the Neos will slow down the needs for A320 candidates.....so it looks like we will be swimming for a long time (hopefully less than a year in order to keep the assestment valid)

[casablanca]

While I agree, command time is invaluable I was just asking if your current situation allows for progression, chance to upgrade fleets or flow through to a major carrier. Is it someplace you want to stay?
The 195 seems like a very nice aircraft, however with that being said if you are looking to move in future most of the job adds that are currently offered require either airbus or Boeing experience. Places like the USA really don't emphasize type rating but rather pic turbine, other countries it is very important. What is your 5 or even 10 year plan?

[Melends1]

[QUOTE=TOGA16;9758155]As far as I heard, right now the A320 fleet is almost complete, the whole situation with the Neos will slow down the needs for A320 candidates.....so it looks like we will be swimming for a long time (hopefully less than a year in order to keep the assestment valid)[/QUOTE
How long have you been swimming in the pool ?

[Mgggpilot]

While I agree, command time is invaluable I was just asking if your current situation allows for progression, chance to upgrade fleets or flow through to a major carrier. Is it someplace you want to stay?
The 195 seems like a very nice aircraft, however with that being said if you are looking to move in future most of the job adds that are currently offered require either airbus or Boeing experience. Places like the USA really don't emphasize type rating but rather pic turbine, other countries it is very important. What is your 5 or even 10 year plan?

You are very right. Unfortunately my airline has only the Embraers thus no fleet changes. My future plans is to One day to move to the proper airline and explore the world.

[Melends1]

Hi guys,

anyone who did the assessment in JAN already got a DOJ?? A320 FO type rated. And do you know if the assement is only valid for a year?

[nosegears]

You are very right. Unfortunately my airline has only the Embraers thus no fleet changes. My future plans is to One day to move to the proper airline and explore the world.

You are current on the "best job of your life"

Good luck

Abracos

[Mgggpilot]

Anyone heard of 320 TR being offered other fleets?

Nop.
What have you heard??

[Black Pudding]

Supply and demand

You can allocated any fleet anytime and what you think you may get on arrival could change although does not happen very often. Some 320 guys arrive and get 330. Some 330 guys and get assigned 320. This is very rare, but could happen and is mentioned in your contract offer that fleet allocation change could happen due to demand and needs at the time etc etc. All depends on fleet needs at the time and you, what hours you have etc etc. If the fleet allocated is more important to you than the company offering you the job, maybe you're coming for the wrong reasons. And just to add, although it's known the 320 fleet works hard, don't be fooled into thinking other fleets are holiday camps. You work hard on most fleets and some have plus and minus points about them. One last point, some here on the 320 fleet are very happy and don't want fleet change, so don't believe everything posted here.

[eagle747_S211]

SECOND OFFICER , guys have you heard anything from qr , i was given approximate DOJ and later they put me back in the pool(2016),due to manpower requirement change.
its been too long since i have been waiting.
hi soumi. did you mean you were given an approx DOJ last year and then placed back in th pool last year?

[Ozzy320]

Hi Guys,
Your input is highly appreciated here before I make final decision. In the pool for FO A320 here and back home soon I will upgrade to Command on the Brazilian jet. E195. At crossroads now, your kind advice please, Doha or stay put here?

You know, same in here. I will upgrade in a month and I am in the talent pool for A320. If I upgrade, I have to sign a contract with my current company and I will loose my chance in QR. I don't know what to do? If you come up with a solution please share :)

[Avenger]

Do the upgrade while it's on the table... the QR swimming pool may take a year these days..

[casablanca]

I would tend to agree with advice to do the upgrade....especially if it is in a Boeing/ Airbus.....after 1000 in left hand seat there are many opportunities worldwide for DEC( including Qatar)

[hihi555]

Hi guys, any updates from the holding pool A320 type-rated guys esp those had Interview in Jan this year? Thanks

[alanlivingston77]

Hi....no update as of yet. Interviewed end of January. Any update on December guys?

[Donovan]

Hi....no update as of yet. Interviewed end of January. Any update on December guys?

how long does it take from the Skype interview to be invited to Qatar for the next step? And what are the next steps? SIM? Interview? ATPL Exam? In which order and how long you stay in Qatar?

[dubaigong]

Why didn't you ask during the Skype interview ?
You had the opportunity to ask all the questions...

[Black Pudding]

Be patient.

I think you will be flown here (in business class if available) and put up in a nice hotel for 2-3 nights.

Interview day is a presentation of the company and what to expect followed by an ATPL exam with 50 questions.

Followed by an interview. If all goes well, sim in the evening in whatever sim is available.

Make sure you research the company very well as you will be asked what do you know about Qatar Airways.

Regarding the sim, fly the aircraft, CRM and be yourself.

Good luck

[BR-Pilot]

how long does it take from the Skype interview to be invited to Qatar for the next step? And what are the next steps? SIM? Interview? ATPL Exam? In which order and how long you stay in Qatar?
You can see detailed info about the selection process at the "Joining Qatar Airways" topic. This topic regards QR Talent Pool (after you pass the assessment and before joining the company). :ok:


Hi....no update as of yet. Interviewed end of January. Any update on December guys?
A friend of mine went to the assessment last December and got a DOJ to this December. I went to Doha last September and my DOJ is to this September.

We are both 737NG F/Os, with almost the same experience (1.700 hs on type, 2.000 TT) and we both received job offers to the 787.

[Donovan]

Be patient.

I think you will be flown here (in business class if available) and put up in a nice hotel for 2-3 nights.

Interview day is a presentation of the company and what to expect followed by an ATPL exam with 50 questions.

Followed by an interview. If all goes well, sim in the evening in whatever sim is available.

Make sure you research the company very well as you will be asked what do you know about Qatar Airways.

Regarding the sim, fly the aircraft, CRM and be yourself.

Good luck

Thank you very much. I appreciate your time and effort to respond.

[The Crew]

Who would opt to join on the A320 when there's the B777 B787 A350
Or A380' up for grabs?
Stop selling yourselves short !

[alanlivingston77]

Thank you @BR_Pilot. I am on a320, 1600 hours.

[hihi555]

Thank you. But any guys who went in Dec interview in the A320 type? Any news for you guys??

[Arrowhead]

Hi

Anyone heard of very experienced A320 Captains getting offered a widebody start at QR?

[mtrench]

Any Boeing guys know how long the swimming pool is these days?

[Lepo]

Any Boeing guys know how long the swimming pool is these days?


It depends very much on the company needs and training capacity.

From what I've been seeing lately it's taking 9-12 months between being approved and joining date.

But things can change rapidly, so don't take this as a rule.

[Avenger]

All courses full for 2017, unless someone doesn't turn up then its early 2018 by the looks of it on the Triple. why the company needs such a big pool is a mystery and many swimmers are putting upgrades where they are on hold.. our advice..from the old sods.. stay where you are and upgrade!

[Che Xindamail]

Who would opt to join on the A320 when there's the B777 B787 A350
Or A380' up for grabs?
Stop selling yourselves short !

This is probably one of the best run airlines in the world, with great career opportunities for those who bide their time, regardless of which fleet you join on. It's not a buffet where new recruits get to pick and choose the best bits. You either accept the position you're qualified for. Or not. If you start making demands on aircraft type before you even join they will simply drop you and contact the next candidate.

[Bunnykiss]

Hey guys went for the interview in March. A320 rated with 1600 hrs on type. Currently in the talent pool

[fatbus]

"This is probably one of the best run airlines in the world"

What planet are you from.

[777AV8R]

This is probably one of the best run airlines in the world,
Would you care to elaborate on how you came to that conclusion?
Is it the never ending change of management that makes it good?
How about doing some real research into the airline's accident/incidents. Is that any good? And on that topic, have you talked to anyone about the 'real' safety culture vs the perceived?

A SKYTRAX award means absolutely nothing.

[Che Xindamail]

Would you care to elaborate on how you came to that conclusion?
Is it the never ending change of management that makes it good?
How about doing some real research into the airline's accident/incidents. Is that any good? And on that topic, have you talked to anyone about the 'real' safety culture vs the perceived?

A SKYTRAX award means absolutely nothing.

The ambition to constantly improve, be it service levels, T&C, aircraft maintenance, staff travel, or something that affects us all, pilot training. When I joined nine years ago it was a miserable and punitive training environment. This has matured into something much more humane with the introduction of EBT, the focus actually being on getting pilots to become better pilots, not more fearful pilots. Of course there are areas which need change, but the improvements have been profound, I'm sure we can agree.

Maybe the never ending management changes are good? I have no idea who most of our managers are, I don't know their names, don't need to and don't care. My contract is followed to the letter, all I need to do in order to fulfill my part of the deal is turn up for work on time, in my hat, and follow SOP.

I know I will not get deceived into going into discretion, reduce my rest, or give up my leave days, unlike four previous airlines I've had the displeasure of working for. On the line I have technical and operational support functions better than anywhere else that I've experience, and which make my job that much easier.

Which airline of this size has no incidents? When we have them, changes are usually made and extra training allocated. Granted, warning letters are an outdated remnant of a dark past and should be binned. And pilots do get fired for sometimes dubious reasons, and some recent ones have been pretty colorful, but probably deserved, or not, who knows.

And rostering has room for improvement, no doubt. Fatigue is a factor on all fleets. But all things taken into account, yes a very well run airline in my view.

Absolutely agree about Skytraxx.

Fatbus, stick to Emirates issues.

[Fat Busdriver]

Who would opt to join on the A320 when there's the B777 B787 A350
Or A380' up for grabs?
Stop selling yourselves short !

Which jobs are your referring to?

[fatbus]

Che, I know many at the Q and very very aware of how well run it is.

[PapaHotel85]

All courses full for 2017, unless someone doesn't turn up then its early 2018 by the looks of it on the Triple. why the company needs such a big pool is a mystery and many swimmers are putting upgrades where they are on hold.. our advice..from the old sods.. stay where you are and upgrade!

Avenger.

What type of information is that? Your own conclusion or a real fact from QR?
I am asking because I have no joining date for now and I did
the assessment last year in December and if all
Courses are full, that means for me, I have to do the assessment again?!?
Is the assessment only valid for 12 months? And if I don't get a joining date in that period I have to do the assessment again? Is that for sure?

Maybe someone knows it?

[hihi555]

Avenger.

What type of information is that? Your own conclusion or a real fact from QR?
I am asking because I have no joining date for now and I did
the assessment last year in December and if all
Courses are full, that means for me, I have to do the assessment again?!?
Is the assessment only valid for 12 months? And if I don't get a joining date in that period I have to do the assessment again? Is that for sure?

Maybe someone knows it?

Hi PapaHotel85, which type are you rated on A320?

[PapaHotel85]

No Boeing.

[flyhigh788]

Anyone knows if the Qatar Medical guys accept a lantern-test certificate? I won´t be able to pass the Ishihara plates.

Is there any specific office I can contact regarding this question?

Thank you!

[Avenger]

MED.B.075 Colour vision
(a) Applicants shall be required to demonstrate the ability to perceive readily the colours that are necessary for the safe performance of duties.
(b) Examination
1) Applicants shall pass the Ishihara test for the initial issue of a medical certificate.
2) Applicants who fail to pass in the Ishihara test shall undergo GCAA approved
advanced colour perception testing to establish whether they are colour safe.
(c) In the case of Class 1 medical certificates, applicants shall have normal perception of colours or be colour safe. Applicants who fail further colour perception testing shall be
assessed as unfit. Applicants for a Class 1 medical certificate shall be referred to the GCAA. (d) In the case of Class 2 medical certificates, when the applicant does not have satisfactory
perception of colours, his/her flying privileges shall be limited to daytime only.
AMC1 MED B.075 Colour vision (Class 1)
(a) The Ishihara test (24 plate version) is considered passed if all the 24 plates, presented in a random order, are identified without error.
(b) Those failing the Ishihara test should be examined by advanced colour vision testing approved by the GCAA (CAD).

Previously "Lantern test" has been accepted FWIW

[flyhigh788]

Thank you so much! I guess the best and safest solution will be to write the GCAA

[80-87]

Thank you so much! I guess the best and safest solution will be to write the GCAA

GCAA is not the regulatory agency for Qatar. Best to try QCAA for results.

[Avenger]

80.87 Yes sorry my mistake, but basically the same procedures .

QCAR–MED 225 - COLOUR PERCEPTION
(a) Normal colour perception is defined as the ability to pass the Ishihara test or to pass Nagel’s anomaloscope as a normal trichromate (see paragraph 1 Appendix 14 to Subpart B).
(b) An applicant shall have normal perception of colours or be colour safe. Applicants who fail Ishihara’s test shall be assessed as colour safe if they pass extensive testing with methods acceptable to the designated body or institution (anomaloscopy or colour lanterns – see paragraph 2 Appendix 14 to Subpart B).
(c) An applicant who fails the acceptable colour perception tests is to be considered colour unsafe and shall be assessed as unfit.

[Avenger]

If we can't get to work from Bahrain I guess the talent pool time will be longer ! on the other hand if guys think this could now be career suicide it may get shorter..its a mess on plate!

[QRJ]

Hi guys!

I'd explain my situation here to see if anyone is going through the same? I'm A320 type rated FO who did interview in november last year. was in the holding pool and early mar 2017 got an email from QR for a joining "slot" in August for A320. Note, this is an email and no formal offer letter yet.
As of end april, I am still awaiting the offer letter although the QR team mentioned to bear with them. Anyone had any similar experience given a "start month" but no official DOJ?

Hi eagle 747..
Did you got the offer letter for July 2017. I am also told to join on A320 in July..

[VanzineB]

Hi, passed the assessment last January. Just, got joining slot for next March 2018. Anyone received the same ?

[Melends1]

Hi, passed the assessment last January. Just, got joining slot for next March 2018. Anyone received the same ?

Are you A320 type rated ?

[TOGA16]

Hi, passed the assessment last January. Just, got joining slot for next March 2018. Anyone received the same ?

Congrats, I also went last february, but I did not receive any mail. Could you tell us what was your assessment date and your fleet???? Please, it would be helpfull for the rest who are in the talent pool

[VanzineB]

Congrats, I also went last february, but I did not receive any mail. Could you tell us what was your assessment date and your fleet???? Please, it would be helpfull for the rest who are in the talent pool

Assessment day was on January 10th. I am currently fo on A320 with around 1800h on type.

[Mgggpilot]

Joining date in December. Total 5200 with 1200 A320.
Fo A330 on offer for me.
I did interview in mid March this year.
Good luck everyone.

[Bunnykiss]

Hey guys my friend that went for the assessments in mid-May A320 rated with about 2500 TT received a joining date for A330 in October 2017

[catotoi]

Still waiting for date of join. Assessment was in March and Boeing 737 type rated with 2000 hours.

[Shanti]

Greetings, this is my first mail though I've read this forum for some time,...

Is anyone able to share some "good" information about the waiting time for people in the talent pool?

My case, passed the assessment in mid January, FO A320.

Many thanks!

[flyboy_1000]

Hello everyone,

I first applied in January and did the online assessments a week later. Two weeks later I did the Skype interview. I then travelled to Doha in June for the interview/ assessment. Approximately one month later I received an offer of B777 FO for March 2018. I am a Boeing 737 FO rated with approximately 2000 hrs on type.
I have received a lot of information from this forum so I hope I can help someone out there.

[Swaggerpilot]

hey man thats good news. congrats. Its very nice that u got an offer the next month after passing. I would be veryyy happy to get an offer within 2 months.

I passed applied in april. Did the online assessments. Skype right after. Did the interview in July. I passed. When do you think I can expect a job offer/DOJ ? I ve like 2000+ total with 1900 on the 737NG.

[Shanti]

I've read about a project of Hub in Sohar, maybe It could push forward the A320 pilots talent pool

[Swaggerpilot]

Is there anyone who get kicked out of the FO talentpool because 1 year exceeded ? Or will we get 99% time a DOJ sooner or later ?

[Mgggpilot]

Typically an A330 First Officer makes how much in a moth total earnings take home normal flying hours at Qatar.
Thanks.

[PilotFox]

For those interested,

Did the assessment last January (FO TR Boeing).
Got an email stating the max period in the holding pool is 18 months at the moment.

[ricbab]

Any news for the Boeing holding pool? is anybody joining??

[Swaggerpilot]

how long have you been waiting in the pool ? and how many hours do you have ?

[pilot_airbus]

Any news for the Airbus FO TR holding pool? is anybody joining nowadays??

Latest A330 was December 2017 and A320 was March 2018 I think. Any news?

still in the pool till May.

[pilot_airbus]

Is there any WhatsApp group for Qatari Talent Pool?

Are there any interested guys which are interested if I set one Whatsapp group Bout this for Airbus and Boing?

Send me your information if there is any.

Waiting your replies.

[BR-Pilot]

Then, on average, 1 year from assessment to joining date, assuming you went to the assessment in March 2017. Almost same as me (assessment Sept.16, joining Sept.17).

[Che Xindamail]

Due to circumstances the A320 schedule has been reduced. This will affect those of you with A320 ratings that are waiting for start dates. We have recently employed A320 rated pilots directly onto A330, which has a busy schedule. Since no new A330 airframes are on the way, this means seats only become available as current A330 pilots move to A350. Patience is key.

[hafizhisham]

Is there any WhatsApp group for Qatari Talent Pool?

Are there any interested guys which are interested if I set one Whatsapp group Bout this for Airbus and Boing?

Send me your information if there is any.

Waiting your replies.


I'm interested and I think it's a great idea. At least we can keep in touch and get further information on whatsapp. Can u add me on+60176653496 ? Thank you!!

[pilot_airbus]

I opened whatsapp group for talent pool . Anyone interested can contact with me or give number to add the group .

Regards

[VSGJ]

Not able to message you.

[pilot_airbus]

You can add yourself via this link :

https://chat.whatsapp.com/JPsGYXQDOJQ1JV2jg65lgk

Open with your phone .

[A320 qatar]

Let's make it easier just add my Number and I'll add you to the Whatsapp group

my Number +962-78-863-5940

[A320 qatar]

this link much better

[pilot_airbus]

Yes you can use that link to be added . There are about 60 guys now . Welcome all in th pool .

[pilot_airbus]

There are about 100 guys in WhatsApp Group now .

Welcome, all swimmers.

You can use this link (https://chat.whatsapp.com/JPsGYXQDOJQ1JV2jg65lgk) to be added:

https://chat.whatsapp.com/JPsGYXQDOJQ1JV2jg65lgk

Open with your mobile phone (easier).

[manulepilote]

Hello..
Did the interview was lucky enough to go through.
Was put on the Talent Pool like a lot of us...
The group look to be full any idea on waiting time for A320 type rated guys??

[samca]

Hi guys,

Any idea about the Skype interview?,

I have one next few days

[samca]

Now is done, I passed and waiting now for the interview date in Doha

[mateusz]

Hi, is anyone in the talent pool able to log in to the advanced career center? Mine says please contact HR and doesnt let me log in. The normal applicant page says my application is "on hold". Just trying to figure out if there is something wrong, i also emailed QR but it will ofc take a while to get a response. In talent pool since October 2017. 1500TT FO, Boeing.

[ColgatePlax]

Is there another group available for Whatsapp? Current one is full. Also, how long did it take for QR to give you Doha interview date options after the telephone/skype interview?

[nosegears]

Are you for QR Executive ? I am waiting for QR Executive

[Mgggpilot]

Hi, is anyone in the talent pool able to log in to the advanced career center? Mine says please contact HR and doesnt let me log in. The normal applicant page says my application is "on hold". Just trying to figure out if there is something wrong, i also emailed QR but it will ofc take a while to get a response. In talent pool since October 2017. 1500TT FO, Boeing.
This is normal. You don't need to contact anyone.
Don't worry

[italian stallion]

seems they are hell bent on their requirements, i applied for DEC but lack widebody time...got declined
Back to the drawing board :-)

[flyhigh788]

Dear All,

does anyone of you have a contact address of the person in Charge for the Online Recruitment platform at QR?

I´m experiening trouble with the system.

Regards

[Black Pudding]

Which job link ar you using ? Job number ?

[schilo]

Hi, exactly same situation. LBA Lantern Beyne passed with German Medical Class 1 now. Any more info on Qatar, did they end accepting the Bayne Lantern?
Thanks

Anyone knows if the Qatar Medical guys accept a lantern-test certificate? I won´t be able to pass the Ishihara plates.

Is there any specific office I can contact regarding this question?

Thank you!

[737PD]

Hello Guys,

I did my interview in September 2017, got an answer 5 days after that and I still Swimming.....
Someone did in the same month and still swimming??
Any news?!??
I have tried to join the WhatsApp group but it is full!!! Is there another one?!?

Thank you guys

[mulayimsert]

For application its says minimum 1000 flight time but I never heard a 1000hours guy got a job offer. Especially for 777, I always met guys with 3000-4000 hours. So I don't believe they are calling from the list just as looking for pool entrance time. I know many 737 guys in the list including me waiting for 10-11 months.

[casablanca]

Generally speaking 777 guys need >2500
If between1000-2500 hours expect A320/787