This should explain what the Air Asia Programe is all about
Sent to me when I requested further info after being accepted for an assesment: Sorry about the formatting but it will give you an idea of exactly what CAE are offering on the Air Asia deal - I hope it helps
ANSWERS TO PROSPECTIVE PILOTS’ QUESTIONS
As per Malaysian regulations and Air Asia policy the hiring conditions of foreign pilots are the same applied to local pilots
What is the required experience to apply to the program?
Valid license with valid IR/ME
Valid Medical certificate
Fluency in English (minimum aviation English level 4)
Flight time experience
First Officers
100 hrs total flight time as PIC experience
Theoretical ATPL
Senior FO
5000 hrs TFT of which,
1000 hrs on type, or
2500 hrs WB aircraft (EFIS)
Captains
5000 hrs TFT of which,
1000 hrs as PIC in the aircraft (A320/A330/A340)
The Malaysian Civil Aviation Authority and security clearance will be the one finally determining the suitability of the applicant
What are the minimum requirements for direct Captain entry?
Experience above 5000 hrs, of which 1000 hrs experience in other WB aircrafts (with EFIS).
Pilots matching this requirement, once selected by Air Asia and type rated on A320 will be joining the company as Captains.
What are the requirements for upgrade to Captain?
Air Asia keeps at its own discretion the decision on upgrade to captain Air Asia pilots, following the company needs and candidate performance
What is the maximum age for applicants?
• Captains: Minimum 26 years - Age limit 55-60 years as long as his license permits beyond 60 years
• Senior F/O: Minimum 26 years - Age limit 55-60 years as long as his license permits beyond 60 years
• First Officers: no limit
Air Asia Pilot Provisioning Program 1/4 issued October 13th, 2008
Once hired, what salary can I expect?
First Officers
Flying 80 hours your monthly compensation will be in the neighbourhood of:
If CPL (frozen ATPL)
Basic salary of
RM 4.000
Sector allowance of
RM 45/hour
If ATPL (with 500 company hours)
Basic salary of
RM 5.500
Sector allowance of
RM 55/hour
Captains
Flying 80 hours your monthly compensation will be in the neighborhood of:
Basic Salary of
RM 12.000
Sector Allowance of
RM 195/hour
Night Stop Allowance of
RM 200/night (A330)
Other benefits
Captains
A) Hospitalisation scheme of
RM 18.000 /
disability
B) Loss of license of
RM 500.000
C) Out Patient treatment
RM 1,000/
Year. Excess paid by pilot concerned.
F/O
Loss of licence RM 300,000
Travel
Pilot will cover at its own expenses the cost related to reach Kuala Lumpur from its home base. Air Asia will offer the pilot free tickets using Air Asia network.
Accommodation
Upon joining the company, Air Asia provides accommodation in Kuala Lumpur during the first 14 days. Air Asia team will assist you to find the most suitable accommodation during your contract.
Uniforms
Air Asia will provide pilots with the uniform
Air Asia Pilot Provisioning Program 2/4 issued October 13th, 2008
Transportation
All the transportation during on duty days shall be at pilot expenses
Personal travel Air Asia provides ID90 on Air Asia network. Additionally every year a pilot will receive 6 tickets to be used at its discretion
Food
Air Asia pilots have discounted food at the office cafeteria
What would be my taxation rate?
Malaysian Taxation is related to several variables (type of contract, family, duration of your contract, time expended from your arrival, etc). People department will inform you about your personal case.
What kind of contract do I get (permanent/temporary)?
Following the applicable regulation the maximum hiring period for an expat is 1 year. If there is a change in the law Air Asia keeps the right to offer you an extension in the contract From what Stage in the program will I get paid?
You will be effectively hired (and paid) by Air Asia from the First working day after they land in Kuala Lumpur.
What bases are available? Will I get my preferred base?
Available base: Main base will be Kuala Lumpur. The company will offer you other bases upon availability and company policies.
How does the roster look like?
For the time being the roster is 5 days on and 2 days off per week. It is foreseen to be adapted once the company reach the number of crews estimated.
Nr. of flying hours per month/year?
The expected monthly flying hours is about 80 hrs per month up to 90. The maximum total flight hours per year following the regulation is 1000
If I do this investment, will Air Asia guarantee a job?
Air Asia will issue a letter expressing its intention to hire you, if you satisfactorily complete the required training, obtain the licenses and ratings required to operate Air Asia’s aircraft, and upon a positive security clearance.
How can I obtain a Malaysian work permit?
Air Asia will help you obtaining the work permit. This process starts once you join the company.
Air Asia Pilot Provisioning Program
issued October 13th, 2008
Is it a self sponsored course?
Yes
How is the course price?
The A320 type rating course is mainly delivered at CAE Madrid and CAE Kuala Lumpur. Base training, if required, to be delivered in Spain.
If no additional training is required, prices are as follows:
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From ground school till simulator skill test – 24000 EUR
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Base training – 8000 EUR
Pilots without jet experience will need to conduct a Jet Familiarization Training before starting the type rating course. The price for this additional training is 2000 EUR. License and medical renewal costs associated to maintain license, ratings and medical will be on pilot expenses.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
The overview included in this document is for information proposes valid at the time of delivery. If required, this
information can be changed without prior notice adapting changes received from local legal regulations, civil aviation
authorities or the airline. CAE will adapt the updated information as soon as provided. This information has no
contractual and biding value.