Dragonair (KA) recruitment?
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: HK
Age: 36
Posts: 62
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Interviewers for the skills assessment are generally nice, but the KA initial interview, they are looking to grill you and break you down completely, so to make sure you're fit for the job! 
but still, they just general personal questions, but be prepared to have yourself pinned down during the interview.
but still, they just general personal questions, but be prepared to have yourself pinned down during the interview.
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: in a dirty cockpit
Posts: 431
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Hi guys,
I'm from Europe and fly on the 737 as FO, almost 4000 hours.
How's going Dragonair financial and general situation?
Is it worth to leave a permanent contract here (without career growth) to move to Asia?
I'm from Europe and fly on the 737 as FO, almost 4000 hours.
How's going Dragonair financial and general situation?
Is it worth to leave a permanent contract here (without career growth) to move to Asia?
Join Date: Sep 2004
Location: Singapore
Posts: 166
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
You will NEVER get a Command in Dragonair. That is my opinion and I'll back it up with a bet when you get here.
How many aircraft does KA need for you to get your command? I doubt if HKG airport could cope with a KA fleet that has doubled. Remember, KA captains are young and retirement age 65 now and could increase.
Do remember, in regards to economic downturns, America, Europe and Asia next? There will inevitably be an economic crisis in China and that will smash those at the bottom who will probably be made redundant.
Last on first off.No more deals with the company when it happens again to preserve C scale pilots.
How many aircraft does KA need for you to get your command? I doubt if HKG airport could cope with a KA fleet that has doubled. Remember, KA captains are young and retirement age 65 now and could increase.
Do remember, in regards to economic downturns, America, Europe and Asia next? There will inevitably be an economic crisis in China and that will smash those at the bottom who will probably be made redundant.
Last on first off.No more deals with the company when it happens again to preserve C scale pilots.
Last edited by And Then; 24th Feb 2012 at 00:21.
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: HK
Age: 36
Posts: 62
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Not going too much useful info, but the most recent batch of the PQ cadets will depart very soon, but this time round, not Adelaide FTA, but Southampton CTC instead.
They are adding an extra round of group exercise + interview conducted by Southampton CTC on top of KA's own screening process.
They are adding an extra round of group exercise + interview conducted by Southampton CTC on top of KA's own screening process.
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Hong Kong
Age: 34
Posts: 4
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Interviewers for the skills assessment are generally nice, but the KA initial interview, they are looking to grill you and break you down completely, so to make sure you're fit for the job! but still, they just general personal questions, but be prepared to have yourself pinned down during the interview.
I was interviewed by 3 ladies, and they were not as harsh as what you mentioned.
Just some personal questions which you can prepare for, one scenario question, and some basic technical questions that could be handled easily if you are an aviation enthusiast.
BRs.
AL
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: hong kong
Posts: 16
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
going for the ICAO English test 14182.. Have to meet level 4 in order to pass? is it gonna be stressful? easy to handle?
Last edited by PC to fly; 29th Feb 2012 at 01:15.
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: HK
Age: 36
Posts: 62
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Yap, level 4, shouldn't be too hard at all. I mean, it's just some basic english conversations, and shouldn't find it stressful at all. 
Seriously, this wouldn't be a stage that applicants worry, you may want to prepare for the skills assessment, since they may give you a call the day after your ICAO and schedule you an assessment next week...well that's what I had last time round
Seriously, this wouldn't be a stage that applicants worry, you may want to prepare for the skills assessment, since they may give you a call the day after your ICAO and schedule you an assessment next week...well that's what I had last time round
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Sunny Europe
Posts: 67
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Just got emailed to show at AMS for an interview (First Officer Initial Interview).
Anyone knows what to expect? from what I read, its mainly a bit of a chat with tricky questions, test emotional reaction mainly. But even so, you can never be over-prepared...
I've also been trying to get some extra info, but didn't managed it so far.. does anyone know how's a typical KA rooster? and do anyone know if the rooster let's you live across the river... so kind of commuting?
Thanks if you can help
Anyone knows what to expect? from what I read, its mainly a bit of a chat with tricky questions, test emotional reaction mainly. But even so, you can never be over-prepared...
I've also been trying to get some extra info, but didn't managed it so far.. does anyone know how's a typical KA rooster? and do anyone know if the rooster let's you live across the river... so kind of commuting?
Thanks if you can help
Join Date: May 2010
Location: isle of man
Age: 47
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Hi there....just passed Initial Interview in London last Month...2 person there...asking mainly, about personal situation, why Dragon Air,....you need to know about the company, they will ask you.
About living in Hong Kong, how would you fit there with diff cultures, weather, crowdy places....etc etc etc....Nothing technical, but you can expect some questions about your flying experience and also being put down by this British guy who plays a bit of a smart ass....but thatīs a way to see your reactions and.....just be nice and respectful.
I would suggest you being the Hong Kong lover for them...willing to live there for a Long period of time. I īve got the feeling thatīs what they want.....
Donīt forget a nice and smart tie and jacket.
Hope it helps.....anyway never is a bad Idea to be updated with general ATPL knowledge.....
Good Luck!!!
About living in Hong Kong, how would you fit there with diff cultures, weather, crowdy places....etc etc etc....Nothing technical, but you can expect some questions about your flying experience and also being put down by this British guy who plays a bit of a smart ass....but thatīs a way to see your reactions and.....just be nice and respectful.
I would suggest you being the Hong Kong lover for them...willing to live there for a Long period of time. I īve got the feeling thatīs what they want.....
Donīt forget a nice and smart tie and jacket.
Hope it helps.....anyway never is a bad Idea to be updated with general ATPL knowledge.....
Good Luck!!!