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lilflyboy262 @ job opening this season
I would like to know the jobs opening this season in maun.
I am planing to come in by end of sept or in oct ...so could you please suggest me is it the right time to come to maun . how is the job senario going to be be in this season do you have any idea ......? as you have mentioned earlier to contact the operator before coming there what do you want us to confirm with them and to all the operators in maun......?
Your information is very helpful in gathering details for coming to maun.
Waiting for your reply ..........
I am planing to come in by end of sept or in oct ...so could you please suggest me is it the right time to come to maun . how is the job senario going to be be in this season do you have any idea ......? as you have mentioned earlier to contact the operator before coming there what do you want us to confirm with them and to all the operators in maun......?
Your information is very helpful in gathering details for coming to maun.
Waiting for your reply ..........
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What to confirm?
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Next you will be asking me to ask the ops manager or chief pilot for you!
Take the time to read these forums. Everything you need to know is on here!
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Next you will be asking me to ask the ops manager or chief pilot for you!
Take the time to read these forums. Everything you need to know is on here!
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Aww, c'mon Flyboy...
What happened to the Brotherhood Of The Sky, that merry band of aviators gazing into the sunset with a steely glare? Aren't they meant to bond or something before going back to where the mirrors are so they can admire themselves in their RayBans, big watches and leather jackets in 43 deg C heat. Swapping tales of derring do in the pub after a hard day's slipping the surly bonds whilst stroking their RAF handlebar moustaches then heading home to an orgy of onanism as they fondle their epaulettes.
Or is that stockbrokers...?
What happened to the Brotherhood Of The Sky, that merry band of aviators gazing into the sunset with a steely glare? Aren't they meant to bond or something before going back to where the mirrors are so they can admire themselves in their RayBans, big watches and leather jackets in 43 deg C heat. Swapping tales of derring do in the pub after a hard day's slipping the surly bonds whilst stroking their RAF handlebar moustaches then heading home to an orgy of onanism as they fondle their epaulettes.
Or is that stockbrokers...?
Está servira para distraerle.
lilflyboy262 is absolutely right and the curry needs to be stirred. There are far too many slap dash posts about which indicate nothing more than a penile fascination with magic wands. It's high time any new poster was required to start his communication with a disclaimer acknowledging that he'd read and understood the Founding Father's hoary words of advice. I don't at all subscribe to the attitude that says because I had to do it the hard way then so should you but a little initiative, maturity and homework impress more than a wooden spoon banged in childish fashion upon the side of an empty tin bowl.
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So maybe there should be another thread of Frequently RE-Asked Questions, like
#1. Why must I "rock up" to the operators to get hired?
Answer - Because that's the way it works, PERIOD.
#2. I'm from India, how long can I get a visa for, how long do I need to stay in Bots/Nam, why can't I get a longer visa, why won't they hire me in less than 30 days, why aren't there more Indian nationals flying in Bots/Nam, why? why? why?
Answer - Indians get 30 days on their visas in Botswana and/or Namibia, that's all. It takes longer than that to get hired in either of those places. That's the way it is... if you have issues, contact External Affairs Minister Shri S.M. Krishna, the web site is MEA - Ministry of External Affairs - WE CAN'T FIX IT FOR YOU ON THIS FORUM
#3. What are my odds of getting hired?
Answer - zero if you don't come, better than that if you do, better still if you stay MORE THAN 4 weeks.
Answer number 2 - really poor if you have the attitude that someone should hand you a job.
#1. Why must I "rock up" to the operators to get hired?
Answer - Because that's the way it works, PERIOD.
#2. I'm from India, how long can I get a visa for, how long do I need to stay in Bots/Nam, why can't I get a longer visa, why won't they hire me in less than 30 days, why aren't there more Indian nationals flying in Bots/Nam, why? why? why?
Answer - Indians get 30 days on their visas in Botswana and/or Namibia, that's all. It takes longer than that to get hired in either of those places. That's the way it is... if you have issues, contact External Affairs Minister Shri S.M. Krishna, the web site is MEA - Ministry of External Affairs - WE CAN'T FIX IT FOR YOU ON THIS FORUM
#3. What are my odds of getting hired?
Answer - zero if you don't come, better than that if you do, better still if you stay MORE THAN 4 weeks.
Answer number 2 - really poor if you have the attitude that someone should hand you a job.
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To the Indians on this topic; Greetings from a fellow citizen!
I took the pain of travelling to the Botswanian Consulate in Delhi (I'm from BLR) with the hope of getting myself a visa valid for more than 30 days with all the necessary paperwork (hotel bookings, bank statements and so on) only to be politely told by the lady in front-desk that I for sure will be wasting my money even applying for the visa!!
Why such treatment to Indians???? Good Question!! but do I know the answer?? Nope! lol... But I'm sure it must have been really dumb stand that the MEA of our beloved country took some years back that puts us Indians in the non-exempted category!! FYI, even Pakistanis are exempted!!
Well then what do we unfortunate souls who spent our parents' entire life savings into becoming an pilot do??? Kill time, wait for all the influential connected chaps to get employed, wait for all those mind boggling a/c orders by the airlines here to materialize and until then keep a low profile avoiding those nagging buds who have completed their studies
and aaahhh...dreamm!! about every single minute you spent in a C152 and its likes working towards to your CPL!!!
But for now, Just don't give up!!
P.S: Mods, I do know its not actually about Bots/Nam so do away with this post if you feel so.
To the Grammar conscious, forgive me for any errors.
Thanks.
I took the pain of travelling to the Botswanian Consulate in Delhi (I'm from BLR) with the hope of getting myself a visa valid for more than 30 days with all the necessary paperwork (hotel bookings, bank statements and so on) only to be politely told by the lady in front-desk that I for sure will be wasting my money even applying for the visa!!
Why such treatment to Indians???? Good Question!! but do I know the answer?? Nope! lol... But I'm sure it must have been really dumb stand that the MEA of our beloved country took some years back that puts us Indians in the non-exempted category!! FYI, even Pakistanis are exempted!!
Well then what do we unfortunate souls who spent our parents' entire life savings into becoming an pilot do??? Kill time, wait for all the influential connected chaps to get employed, wait for all those mind boggling a/c orders by the airlines here to materialize and until then keep a low profile avoiding those nagging buds who have completed their studies
and aaahhh...dreamm!! about every single minute you spent in a C152 and its likes working towards to your CPL!!!But for now, Just don't give up!!
P.S: Mods, I do know its not actually about Bots/Nam so do away with this post if you feel so.
To the Grammar conscious, forgive me for any errors.
Thanks.
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lilflyboy262, back in July you posted:
Can you (or anyone else) update us on what the latest is on this please? I'm planning on heading to Maun around December, so it would be good to know if I still stand a chance of employment there.
They are looking at bringing in the following restrictions on Ex-pat pilots.
A minimum of 1500hrs.
A grade two instructors rating.
Relevant experience to become either a Operations Manager, Chief Pilot, Safety Officer or Training Captain....
...There has been meetings between the charter companies and the governing bodies. So we know that the changes are coming.
I will be able to tell you guys more around the middle of the week. I wouldnt go cancelling your plans to come here just yet. Just be prepared for a few changes and the amount of positions available might be a lot less....
A minimum of 1500hrs.
A grade two instructors rating.
Relevant experience to become either a Operations Manager, Chief Pilot, Safety Officer or Training Captain....
...There has been meetings between the charter companies and the governing bodies. So we know that the changes are coming.
I will be able to tell you guys more around the middle of the week. I wouldnt go cancelling your plans to come here just yet. Just be prepared for a few changes and the amount of positions available might be a lot less....
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They are looking at bringing in the following restrictions on Ex-pat pilots.
A minimum of 1500hrs.
A grade two instructors rating.
Relevant experience to become either a Operations Manager, Chief Pilot, Safety Officer or Training Captain....
...There has been meetings between the charter companies and the governing bodies. So we know that the changes are coming.
I will be able to tell you guys more around the middle of the week. I wouldnt go cancelling your plans to come here just yet. Just be prepared for a few changes and the amount of positions available might be a lot less....
A minimum of 1500hrs.
A grade two instructors rating.
Relevant experience to become either a Operations Manager, Chief Pilot, Safety Officer or Training Captain....
...There has been meetings between the charter companies and the governing bodies. So we know that the changes are coming.
I will be able to tell you guys more around the middle of the week. I wouldnt go cancelling your plans to come here just yet. Just be prepared for a few changes and the amount of positions available might be a lot less....
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lilflyboy, I understand what you said in your previous post, but I was hoping you might be able to update us on any developments please. At the time you posted this you said that you should be able to tell us more in the middle of the week, so I assumed you were expecting a further meeting or announcement.
You also said to be prepared for a few changes. If any major changes could be months or even years away, what sort of changes could we expect for this hiring season? Thanks
You also said to be prepared for a few changes. If any major changes could be months or even years away, what sort of changes could we expect for this hiring season? Thanks
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This is africa. Unfortunately time frames have no meaning in this place. Sometimes it can be days, other times it can be years.
At the moment it is preety much ops normal.
People are not getting permits but instead they are getting 3month waivers at a time. Basically the same old story.
At the moment it is preety much ops normal.
People are not getting permits but instead they are getting 3month waivers at a time. Basically the same old story.
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Thanks lilflyboy, that is good news. Please keep us updated if there are any further developments.
Do you (or anyone who is currently in Maun) think that there will be many people leaving this year? If so, do you think the operators will still be planning to replace them or will they be looking to reduce pilot numbers?
Do you (or anyone who is currently in Maun) think that there will be many people leaving this year? If so, do you think the operators will still be planning to replace them or will they be looking to reduce pilot numbers?
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Nearly every operator works on a minimal crew.
The three "big" operators will need a few each. Delta has already hired, I doubt Moremi or Kavango will need any this year.
The three "big" operators will need a few each. Delta has already hired, I doubt Moremi or Kavango will need any this year.
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@liflyboy first of all i appreciate ur helpful work for keep us updating regarding the current scenario in botswana about bush pilot job
secondly i m very much interested in knowing from you that have u ever seen or met with an Indian guy who got recruited and working as a bush pilot up there?
As we Indians get 1 month visa for botswana and its seems really difficult for us to find a bush pilot job within a month and of course renewal of visa is not as easy
secondly i m very much interested in knowing from you that have u ever seen or met with an Indian guy who got recruited and working as a bush pilot up there?
As we Indians get 1 month visa for botswana and its seems really difficult for us to find a bush pilot job within a month and of course renewal of visa is not as easy
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Dudes and dudets,
Just to let you know, finally I would join the seek of the bush pilot job next year in february. I know it's a bit late but the circumstances are difficult for me. Yesterday bought the tickets to johannesburgh.
Looking fowards to meet you all there,
Josema
Just to let you know, finally I would join the seek of the bush pilot job next year in february. I know it's a bit late but the circumstances are difficult for me. Yesterday bought the tickets to johannesburgh.
Looking fowards to meet you all there,
Josema
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heli scene in Maun?
Hi all, what do you you think of the helicopter scene in Maun? Any chance for an expat instructor with turbine tickets, R44 and a little previous african chopper experience to break into this market?
Thanks for the replies
Thanks for the replies