Just thought I'd better pass on this very interesting but also ssomewhat disappointing news I recently got from QF...But do we believe them??
Last week I attended a semi-interview with QF facilitators/base manager for purpose of "touching base"etc(as I have previously mentioned in previous psots)as I am one of those who has been on the MAM/QF short-list for more than a year now(all people in all states have been or will be doing this also before they get there letter extended AGAIN)..
At the end of the chat they said in these exact words"in terms of employment,QF have not budgeted for any ground schools in this financial year(ie until July 20004)"in the same breath they also said"we don't really know,today we don't need staff,tomorrow we might"...yes my jaw did drop slightly but walked away thinking perhaps they are saying this to get us off their backs and help decrease our expectations in regards to the long wait?????????????at the end of the day,I guess they are right,they don't even know until bookings for loads go through process to crewing then rostering to foresee any requirements etc..
As I walked out one of them said "at least we are on the short-list and it will happen eventually,we are the last to know when it comes to ground schools,training etc"
Sorry to put a damper on things!what I have decided to do is move on (just a little),try to think about this damn short-list alot less,and get on with living until that SURPRISE phone call comes!
Be positive all you out there waiting-our time WILL come,eventhough we have no idea WHEN!
Keep in touch with all the rumours/info-true or untrue....