Thanks for the comments and advice. I have tried all the operators mentioned, and have had interviews and some 'positive' responses but as we all know that a maybe/promise made in aviation is worth nothing, so I am still looking. The point about the LPC is very valid....almost all the contract/agencies have wanted a valid LPC AND also time in the aircraft within the last 6 months, so simply paying to revalidate would still not be productive.
There are several issues that I need to resolve
- 1. Hearing about the jobs that are out there or up coming
- 2. Being considered as a relevant candidate
- 3. Being high enough up the list to warrant being interviewed
- 4. Passing selection procedure
Of these, Stages 2 and 3 are dependent upon the current state of pilot supply/demand i.e. if SkyEurope, Excel et al dump a load of experienced B737 pilots on the market then I will always be down the experience list. Stage 4 is in my hands and I can prepare for this.
So the issue is getting an inside track on all the jobs where I might be considered a reasonably experienced candidate (even if not rated on type) and short of PPJN I am struggling to find a vacancy intelligence system to be 'in it'.
Thanks again