Arik Air Q400
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Hi
I applied to Arik Air for the Q400, still waiting for dates for the assessments.
I already have a DHC8-100 check but will need to bond for 2years for the upgrade.
Just wanted to see if I can get some info here from you guys.
Is anyone willing to pm me the approx amount of the bond incase of termination before 2years(for an FO if there is any difference...)?
How long did the upgrade training take?
Anyone already in Lagos?
If so how is the accommodation?
Or are you all at home still waiting?
Thnx
I applied to Arik Air for the Q400, still waiting for dates for the assessments.
I already have a DHC8-100 check but will need to bond for 2years for the upgrade.
Just wanted to see if I can get some info here from you guys.
Is anyone willing to pm me the approx amount of the bond incase of termination before 2years(for an FO if there is any difference...)?
How long did the upgrade training take?
Anyone already in Lagos?
If so how is the accommodation?
Or are you all at home still waiting?
Thnx
Join Date: May 2003
Location: KGRB, but on the road about 1/2 the time.
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Hi!
My buddy is on the CRJ-900 for Arik. He lives in a hotel (provided) for the 60 days he's on. He sent photos: It's OK-small and nothing great.
His driver carries an AK-47.
Always wanted to go to Iceland!
cliff
KGRB
My buddy is on the CRJ-900 for Arik. He lives in a hotel (provided) for the 60 days he's on. He sent photos: It's OK-small and nothing great.
His driver carries an AK-47.
Always wanted to go to Iceland!
cliff
KGRB
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My buddy is on the CRJ-900 for Arik. He lives in a hotel (provided) for the 60 days he's on. He sent photos: It's OK-small and nothing great.
His driver carries an AK-47.
His driver carries an AK-47.
It's 56 days on, 28 off. Some of the hotels are truly quite nice, even by western standards. And some are truly are not. A broad range.
If somebody can tell me how to post pictures here, I will.
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Can anyone provide any more info on the contract terms and conditions, feel free to PM me with addition info as the websites are very brief just stating :
USD3500-5500 for F/O and USD8000 for captains
are there any additional allowances, and is this pay during the 4 weeks off or only when operating?
USD3500-5500 for F/O and USD8000 for captains
are there any additional allowances, and is this pay during the 4 weeks off or only when operating?
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The pay is after Nigerian taxes, but you may have a tax liability in your home country. If you are a captain on any equipment, your pay will be $8000 in US dollars. But, only $7200 will be deposit by wire transfer to your bank account. The remainder will be paid in local currency (Naira) in cash. Pay day is the end of the month, typically paid a few days to a week after the fact.
The over night payment of N$10,000 ($70) is paid in cash prior to your trip on that day. You can buy a lot of beer for that.
The other payment is $1,000 US paid for recurrent training. Both captains and FO's do 6 month recurrent.
There's probably not a lot you'd want to spend money on here. You won't have a car, for instance. No shopping malls around here, or fast food, 24 hour stores, etc. Not many brand names you'd recognize.
The over night payment of N$10,000 ($70) is paid in cash prior to your trip on that day. You can buy a lot of beer for that.
The other payment is $1,000 US paid for recurrent training. Both captains and FO's do 6 month recurrent.
There's probably not a lot you'd want to spend money on here. You won't have a car, for instance. No shopping malls around here, or fast food, 24 hour stores, etc. Not many brand names you'd recognize.
Join Date: Oct 1999
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Whats the deal with the bond if you already have the Q400 rating and time on type?
Also the nigerian tax deduction does that come out of your pay, for example pay is $8000 per month less Nigerian tax Example 10% so you receive $7200 in your bank, or does the compnay pay the nigerian tax so your salary is untouched and you receive the full $8000.
Where do you stay in Lagos?
Where do the sim sessions take place and i assume they fly you there and provide accomodation, and is this time during the 2 month on period?
thanks for any info.
Also the nigerian tax deduction does that come out of your pay, for example pay is $8000 per month less Nigerian tax Example 10% so you receive $7200 in your bank, or does the compnay pay the nigerian tax so your salary is untouched and you receive the full $8000.
Where do you stay in Lagos?
Where do the sim sessions take place and i assume they fly you there and provide accomodation, and is this time during the 2 month on period?
thanks for any info.
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I am a Captain on the B737 and am interested in joining. Can anyone PM me the email for recruitment or fleet manager.
I have been through the agencies but they tell me that Arik Air is not recruiting anytime soon!
I have been through the agencies but they tell me that Arik Air is not recruiting anytime soon!
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You begin getting paid the day you first leave for Lagos. I haven't been paid yet, although they paid for my Q400 recurrent training, because I haven't yet been to Lagos.
Last I heard they are getting the 400s in April, I think I'll finally be sent to Lagos in 1-2 weeks to get my Nigerian License and medical and take care of all the other nonsense.
Last I heard they are getting the 400s in April, I think I'll finally be sent to Lagos in 1-2 weeks to get my Nigerian License and medical and take care of all the other nonsense.
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Friends flying Dash 8s for Aero tell me they're really worried because the word is that Aero is going to sell all its Dash 8s. I wonder if Arik would take them (and their pilots) over?
From a report from the EFCC to former President Obasanjo, it would seem that Arik has plenty of cash available:
Point Blank News - EFC Report
From a report from the EFCC to former President Obasanjo, it would seem that Arik has plenty of cash available:
xiv. It was further established that Rockson Engineering Company Limited transferred over $120million through JM/JEM Air and one Thomas Eggar, a lawyer in the UK, to various bank accounts overseas. Over GBP2million and EURO 1million were also transferred overseas in the same manner. These transfers were done between January and November 2006. It is important to note that all the naira denomination of these transfers were direct lodgements originating from Rivers state Government accounts.
xv. It has also been established that Mr Arumemi-Ikhide the business partner of the Rivers State Governor, is the owner of ARIK AIR LIMITED. He used monies received from the Rivers state Government to acquire all the assets and aircrafts of the company estimated to be worth over =N= 25billion.
xvi.The Political and business relationship between Dr. Odili and Mr Arumemi-Ikhide has become more obvious since the former’s declaration to run for the Presidency. Investigation conducted at various hotels such as Transcorp Hilton, le Meridien, Sheraton etc in Abuja revealed that the Odili campaign organization made bookings worth =N=130 million through his campaign management team. The money came directly from the accounts of Arik Air Ltd. The origin of the money is linked directly to Mr. Arumemi-Ikhide for Dr. Odili’s campaign.
xv. It has also been established that Mr Arumemi-Ikhide the business partner of the Rivers State Governor, is the owner of ARIK AIR LIMITED. He used monies received from the Rivers state Government to acquire all the assets and aircrafts of the company estimated to be worth over =N= 25billion.
xvi.The Political and business relationship between Dr. Odili and Mr Arumemi-Ikhide has become more obvious since the former’s declaration to run for the Presidency. Investigation conducted at various hotels such as Transcorp Hilton, le Meridien, Sheraton etc in Abuja revealed that the Odili campaign organization made bookings worth =N=130 million through his campaign management team. The money came directly from the accounts of Arik Air Ltd. The origin of the money is linked directly to Mr. Arumemi-Ikhide for Dr. Odili’s campaign.
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Also the nigerian tax deduction does that come out of your pay, for example pay is $8000 per month less Nigerian tax Example 10% so you receive $7200 in your bank, or does the compnay pay the nigerian tax so your salary is untouched and you receive the full $8000.
The latter. Your salary is AFTER nigerian taxes. Not a factor, you won't see them. You will receive the full $8000 as a captain, and of that total amount, 90% ($7200 USD) will be deposited via wire transfer to your bank account. The remaining 10% ($800 USD) will be paid to you in local currency cash (about N$120,000 naira).
You're welcome to slam/click your 56 days and not spend the local money.
If you are based in the US, you may be subject to taxes there. See IRS form 2555, "Foreign Earned Income". Generally, you are exempt from US taxes up to $91,400 USD, but you STILL HAVE TO FILE THE TAX FORM !!!!!!! The requirements are:
1.) More than 330 days out of the US.
or
2.) Foreign residency status (not a work visa)
Expect to get audited, so you better have your taxes done right.
Where do you stay in Lagos?
At a number of hotels. Obviously, not a good idea to post on a public forum where those are. Transport to work is provided by Arik. All food is paid for, however alcohol drinks are your responsibility.
Where do the sim sessions take place and i assume they fly you there and provide accomodation, and is this time during the 2 month on period?
Your 6 month sims are during your 56 work days. Boeing recurrents are typically done in London; Bombardier at Denver, Minneapolis, Toronto or Montreal. There may be others. Yes, they fly you there. Hotel and food provided for.
Join Date: Mar 2009
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You guys that have been through the assessment for Q400 can u pls tell me a little bit about it?
Exams on the prev day, sim on the second day. No interview?
Is the exams on the prev day psyciatric, technical and/or IQ test?
You can pm me if you don´t want to post those info here.
Exams on the prev day, sim on the second day. No interview?
Is the exams on the prev day psyciatric, technical and/or IQ test?
You can pm me if you don´t want to post those info here.
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The assessment is just as everyone has been reporting.
1st day:
Computer Testing, HR and Pilot interview you.
Lots of info in these forums on the various tests you do on the computer.
2nd day:
737 sim, you'll do 2 dual engine ILS approaches with a few maneuvers before the 1st one.
1st day:
Computer Testing, HR and Pilot interview you.
Lots of info in these forums on the various tests you do on the computer.
2nd day:
737 sim, you'll do 2 dual engine ILS approaches with a few maneuvers before the 1st one.
