Originally Posted by
RiskyBalloon
I think they realistically want closer to 3,000 hours for a DEFO and jet time would be an asset. That's why I went the DESO route, although you might be right, maybe get a jet job for a year or two at home then reapply for the DEFO. Might save a few years compared to the SO path, as they're estimating 5-6 years as a SO before getting the FO position.
in the actualy condition i was met with SO who have upgraded to Fo only for 1 year services.
he is flying for jetstar asia before and collect about 1200 hours on A320 before joining as a CX SO.
and one of my friend is upgraded less than 2 years 1000 hours on A320 with TT about 1200 hours but he is managerial pilot as Flight safety officer (the company only allow flying from fri-sun) 3 days services a week.
He is mentioned upgrading is based on your previous background and your performance during services under Cx , its not applied for who hasn’t turbine time before
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