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Hi there,
You seem to have a wealth of knowledge on what goes on in KAL.
I have recently joined this forum and have sent in my application form through a recruiting agency..IAC.
I was wondering if you would be able to give me the gouge on the interview/sim/medical process. I have read the posts from other members but none listing what type of technical question were asked or what did KAL have you do during the sim eval.
If you could tell me where to look on this forum or if you know what goes on during the interview, please let me know.
Thank you
You seem to have a wealth of knowledge on what goes on in KAL.
I have recently joined this forum and have sent in my application form through a recruiting agency..IAC.
I was wondering if you would be able to give me the gouge on the interview/sim/medical process. I have read the posts from other members but none listing what type of technical question were asked or what did KAL have you do during the sim eval.
If you could tell me where to look on this forum or if you know what goes on during the interview, please let me know.
Thank you
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Well heard from someone passing through the sandpit, KAL has sacked a couple of new B737 skippers; one landed at almost 200kts indicated airspeed, the other continuing to land with windshear warning screaming on short finals. KAL crews must have super high risk and uncertainty tolerance; imagine deadheading on such flights.
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Yep, you need to have a very strong stomach to be paxing or deadheading; some bloke was woken up from his deep slumber in the FC cabin while deadheading to JFK one day not too long ago and summoned to the cockpit. There was utter confusion in the cockpit with barely 20 to 30 mins of fuel left...........JFK, EWR and Philly were closed and crew were so ATC English challenged that they couldn't make head or tail what ATC was advising or instructing them........with such low fuel skipper said nothing. Deadheading crew was totally aghast and in no certain terms demanded the crew declare emergecy which they did after much deliberations; deadheader helped with the ' complicated ' ATC' communications and they were ' safely ' diverted to Andrews Air Force Base. WHEW!
In my previous life with them, deadheading back to LHR was always a dread when we have gales in southern Brittania!
In my previous life with them, deadheading back to LHR was always a dread when we have gales in southern Brittania!
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Now before we all go throwing stones in the proverbial glass house, all 3 of the said 737 cases WERE/ARE expat.
This is not the can of worms to be opened at the moment.
Just to be clear, it is not my intent - through this post - to incite any inflammatory opinions for/against the local-expat issue.
This is not the can of worms to be opened at the moment.
Just to be clear, it is not my intent - through this post - to incite any inflammatory opinions for/against the local-expat issue.
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To my knowledge, one sacking is for sure. The other two cases are still under review.
I don't feel it appropriate to post specifics on PPRUNE other than that they are fairly significant occurances by any measure. It is all the more disappointing to know that it came from some of "us".
I don't feel it appropriate to post specifics on PPRUNE other than that they are fairly significant occurances by any measure. It is all the more disappointing to know that it came from some of "us".
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The contract is essentially the same, although the Net $$$ & insurance coverage (Medical, Accident, Loss of Licence) varies somewhat from agency to agency.
Stick with CCL or GAP Aviation. 2nd tier agencies would be Euro-Pacific & Rishworth. Under NO CIRCUMSTANCES go with IAC, Best International USA.
Stick with CCL or GAP Aviation. 2nd tier agencies would be Euro-Pacific & Rishworth. Under NO CIRCUMSTANCES go with IAC, Best International USA.
I endorse Gengis's comments, but would go further to caution against even talking to the third tier. If they get you an interview they will be your agency.
Choice is only available prior to the application process.
Maui
Choice is only available prior to the application process.
Maui
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I have a couple of questions for those at KAL? Please PM if you do not want to post on the open forum.
I have seen several posts for jobs from non-rated 330 captains, to non-rated fo positions as well.
As for the non-rated 330 capt, I fit the profile as per Rishworth, except I have not flown the 320 in the past three months. Last flight was August of last year. Currently flying as PIC on a Challenger, pay is great, but schedule has gone down hill, so looking for something else. I have a ton of time on the 320, is there a possibility of accepting me even though I haven't flown the aircraft in the past 3 months.
As for the non-rated fo's, what is the chance for upgrade and if there is a chance of upgrade, what would be the typical time period?
One more question. I live in Atlanta, no wasn't Delta, was USAir. What kind of home time could I expect living in ATL and how do you like working for KAL. I guess that is actually two questions, sorry.
Thanks in advance for anyone who could give me a little info.
Cheers
I have seen several posts for jobs from non-rated 330 captains, to non-rated fo positions as well.
As for the non-rated 330 capt, I fit the profile as per Rishworth, except I have not flown the 320 in the past three months. Last flight was August of last year. Currently flying as PIC on a Challenger, pay is great, but schedule has gone down hill, so looking for something else. I have a ton of time on the 320, is there a possibility of accepting me even though I haven't flown the aircraft in the past 3 months.
As for the non-rated fo's, what is the chance for upgrade and if there is a chance of upgrade, what would be the typical time period?
One more question. I live in Atlanta, no wasn't Delta, was USAir. What kind of home time could I expect living in ATL and how do you like working for KAL. I guess that is actually two questions, sorry.
Thanks in advance for anyone who could give me a little info.
Cheers
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Guys,
any more info avail regarding how many BusDrivers are sought by KAL?
Also, do applicants have an "honest" chance to get the invitation to
the interview, sim, screening, ... which just fulfill th emin requirements?
What is an average salary when on line? (incl. overtime etc.)
( ... or 11000 something flatrate?)
Thanks!
Rgds
any more info avail regarding how many BusDrivers are sought by KAL?
Also, do applicants have an "honest" chance to get the invitation to
the interview, sim, screening, ... which just fulfill th emin requirements?
What is an average salary when on line? (incl. overtime etc.)
( ... or 11000 something flatrate?)
Thanks!
Rgds
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Hi I'm looking at 737 Captain slots.
I know that the official base is Seoul. Am I correct in stating that the available 'Bases'/ Day off destinations are;
LHR / CDG / FRA / AKL / SYD / BNE / LAX / YYZ YVR /JFK / SFO / ORD / ATL / HKG / KUL / BKK ?
Do you have to have residency for your nominated base? i.e. if you don't have the right to live and work in France, could you still nominate CDG? It seems to me that you would only be there for a maximum of 11 days per month, so you could come and go on a tourist visa?
Can the 'Base' be changed on a regular basis, eg month by month?
Thanks in advance.
I know that the official base is Seoul. Am I correct in stating that the available 'Bases'/ Day off destinations are;
LHR / CDG / FRA / AKL / SYD / BNE / LAX / YYZ YVR /JFK / SFO / ORD / ATL / HKG / KUL / BKK ?
Do you have to have residency for your nominated base? i.e. if you don't have the right to live and work in France, could you still nominate CDG? It seems to me that you would only be there for a maximum of 11 days per month, so you could come and go on a tourist visa?
Can the 'Base' be changed on a regular basis, eg month by month?
Thanks in advance.
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Good question on basings! Could a Canadian use a European base? I was told that one has a resident visa in Korea, so in theory one could base anywhere legally?
Canadansk
Canadansk
Normally come and go from your nominated base as "extra crew" ie. On the G.D. and in uniform, so in effect you enter and leave like any other crew on a layover.
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Pin Head: I assume you have been offered a NTR job? If so, would you like to share your screening experience with us? Otherwise, anybody else with some info?
I was called only a few days ago for the screening 20-24 July as NTR F/O on the B777. Anyone else going? I managed to arrange all required paperwork within 2 days. From the info package given by my agent it seems that the interview only lasts 20 minutes and that they are after enthusiasm about joining and career so far, cant have many technical questions in 20 min I guess. According to the info the sim lasts 2 hours!
Once again, any info on the screening is appreciated!
PS: don't forget your sneakers for the treadmill stress test or should I say deathmill...
I was called only a few days ago for the screening 20-24 July as NTR F/O on the B777. Anyone else going? I managed to arrange all required paperwork within 2 days. From the info package given by my agent it seems that the interview only lasts 20 minutes and that they are after enthusiasm about joining and career so far, cant have many technical questions in 20 min I guess. According to the info the sim lasts 2 hours!
Once again, any info on the screening is appreciated!
PS: don't forget your sneakers for the treadmill stress test or should I say deathmill...