Flight deck positions at FlyDubai Master Thread - Merged

[Farty Flaps]

Sanddude has hit the nail on the head. Flydubai is a pretty good gig for a single guy.
Married forget it with Dubai prices.

[TidaBisa]

EK is a better option as far as their terms and conditions. You will be in the right seat for probably 5-6 years. If you are young enough then it is the best option. FlYDubai is a start-up and so is taking current/qualified DECS on the B737NG. The two big negatives working for Fly D are:

1. Inadequate Housing allowance.

2. Training bond of USD $24,000 & 3 years.

Interviews have been terminated until further notice.

[sunking]

Now with the Boeing Strike over, there should be alot more activity.
I was just contacted to do an Eye and Chest exam in home country. I hope that is normal, I think the GCAA eye exam is anyway.

[vector3]

It must been almost 6 weeks ago since the first group was on screening.Anybody heard anything?

[taita]

hi , They call me on cell for an interwiew on monday, they said they will call me for the end of november.
Any info 'bout tech interwiew and so on ?
thanks

[MuddyBoots]

Taita

Go back a couple of pages in the thread. There is a very detailed account of what to expect from the interview. I can confirm it is spot on. It was a very friendly and professional selection process.

Enjoy the trip.

Cheers

Muddy

[taita]

gotcha thanks you buddy

[Leboeuf]

how long did you wait before getting the invitation ?

[long-gonner]

Hi all. Any updates with flydubai lately? Perhaps new compensation package, or even just more interviews scheduled? Any information is appreciated!

[Old King Coal]

I heard that those attending the assessments in mid / late November '09 were the final batch (of the initial tranche) of interviewees... and that it was shortly after these folks had been through the mill that FlyDubai made provisional offers to those whom had passed.

Now quite whether those from that initial tranche, i.e. who've been made offers, will actually accept and / or choose to turn-up in Dubai, when the call-up is made (any time between Feb'09 and Dec'09), is anybody's guess?

One would imagine that any shortfall in the level of take-up might then prompt further recruitment.

That said, the world is seemingly awash with pilots at the moment and there's a lot a very capable lads & lasses out there on the market... so airlines do have an unusually well stocked pool in which to fish.

We're living in interesting times!

[manillaorbust]

I just received an invitation to interview for a First Officer position during the first week in January. I am currently with Alaska Airlines, but may be furloughed in March.

[in FACT is]

Finally you get fat up with India, and like to joint FlyDubai, so how about your S...P Jet and the Chief Pilot I think he leave also to joint WY I told you no one can live more than 2 year in incredible .......

[2FLYEU]

When did you apply to FLYDUBAI? just curious to know how long they took to reply to possible F/o's candidates.

Thanks

[robson767300]

I had a screening for a Capt and I passed.I am just waiting...Lets see...

[Nevrekar]

In fact is--- Thanks for your concern. I am still at Spicejet and exploring options does not necessarily indicate I am fed up with India or Spicejet. Our Chief Pilot, Jack Ekl is now the VP of Flight Ops. My friend, people make decisions that are suitable for their current circumstances. If I were to leave Spicejet, it would not be because of being fed up. It would be mainly for better stability and long term employment due to the current economic situation in India and elsewhere as it relates to the airlines. Spicejet continues to be a good place to work. The main concern is the long term viability of the airline. I don't have all the answers but it does appear that the airline is better prepared to weather the current storm.

[atpcliff]

Hi!

Manillaorbust: Hopefully, you will be "saved" by Delta and won't get furloughed, when the merger is announced.

I actually don't know anything, but there are some guys on other boards who seem to think it's a done deal.

cliff
KGRB

[manillaorbust]

2FLYEUManilla
When did you apply to FLYDUBAI? just curious to know how long they took to reply to possible F/o's candidates.

Thanks

I applied in October, and found out about the interview 4 days ago.

[2FLYEU]

Manilla, thanks for your reply.

Good luck !

2flyeu

[Leboeuf]

Are they inviting just Boeing pilots at the moment ?

[vector3]

For the moment they have (as far as i know) only being recruiting DEC from the boeing.But think it's different regarding F/O's.Think they want experienced F/O's(2500hrs +) but from various background.Should be good chances for upgrade because of the planned expansion.Heard they have set a start-up date to 9th June.