Interesting to note - it is Government based not company based "experience" hours requirement acceptance.

hmm.... so without a caravan rating is it hopeless, or just not likely? And for those countries (FAA) that don't issue ratings for small planes, a 'caravan rating' would basically be a grad certificate from training provider with some hours in type?

I would not say is hopeless, but you get bigger chances if you have it! For those Countries you have to have the "training" endorsed on your logbook, with stamp and instructor signature

PilotInPink

Uooo,
So the situation changed quite a bit in the last few years? I thought there was definitely a chance with 250hTT.
Next time I hear the words "Pilot Shortage" I'm gonna throw up.
😄

Is anyone hiring (expats) on pistons in Bots, or just van rated pilots?

As written above...if you have 500hrs, or better 800hrs, you can try your luck. There are still companies who have Airvan/C206 and hire pilots to start flying piston before moving to turbine

ago.xr

You are wrong! There is a kind of "Pilot shortage" situation, but if there are local pilots available why the Goverment should give the green light to hire expats? I hear people complaining about this regulation, but I never hear people complaining how is impossible for a non US citizen or green card holder to get a pilot job in the States!

Does anyone know what the average pay is on the 208, at an operation like wilderness air?

Medical Renewal Canadian
 

Hey everyone,
quick question: how easy is it to renew your medical in Africa? Specifically a Canadian (TCCA) medical?

Thanks

Africa is a very big place. Which country would you like to renew your medical in, in Africa - there are 54 of them.

Dr Bjorn Buchner in Pretoria, South Africa, does Canadian medicals.

Planning to do job hunting in Africa

Currently Hold an ICAO CPL license with IR/Multi/MCC/SEA endorsements... with 300hours TT and 15 grand to invest in training if required...
Can anyone give me some advice please... getting a bit desperate ..:ugh:

Almost got too quiet in here - Will be going to Namibia & Botswana early january for at least 6 weeks to look for a job - ticket already booked. Not sure what the availability of FAA instructors is down there, but if anyone needs a flight review i'll be happy to help.

mauro350

But you can try in Namibia, I heard that Scenic Air is looking for pilots, minimum 300hrs TT

It is very quiet because nowadays few expat are interesting to came to Botswana looking for a job, and those who are do not have the 800hrs TT requested by labour department. Since 2015/6 most of the low hours position have been filled by local pilots so if you have less than 800hrs I will suggest to go direct to Namibia, you will have many more chances there than here!

Thanks abezzi for the info.

I have more than 800, but still more interested in namibia to be honest. I understand lower hours in namib, but since i come from a german culture, namibia just speaks to me more. I figure i'd probably also have a higher chance of getting into a twin in namibia. But my primary goal is to fulfill a long standing desire and have a few good years of adventure in africa before i get too old and only have regrets to look back on - i also have a reputation as the 'crazy uncle' to uphold (apparently its 'crazy' to go to africa, imagine that) ;-).

thanks Abezzi for all your help , thanks buddy safe flights

Hi guys,
First, let me tell you thanks for all information on this thread, really appreciated !

Now, I need your opinion about my situation.

I have 1450 TT, 450 Multi PIC on C310R. Autumm 2020, I will go with to Bostwana to see how is really this place and make sure it's possible for me and my wife to live here. My goal to find a job is January 2021. I will prospect during our first trip too. My goal is to fly C208 but i'm not in a hurry, just live this adventure.
Summer 2020, I have the possibility to fly C310R ( about 100 hours) OR C182RG ( possibility 150 hours). My question is: Which one would you recommand to me ? Flying C182RG and gain experience on this plane (similar C206) give me more opportunity ?

Thanks for your help !

Some companies require experience in a 206 or 210. Im not sure if this is due to most applicants having less than 500 hours or if its a company requirement.

Some experience in a high wing cessna (182) could be a benefit if you havent flown one before.

Maybe contact the main companies by phone and ask what their minimums are.

Some time in a C206 and in a GA8 would certainly help as these are the common types.

Climb150 and The Ancient Geek Thanks !

Since a week, I'm in contact with compagny for 206 and 208 :O paradrop

To be continued..

310 vs 182 probably won't make a difference. I'd suggest you go for the 310 for slightly better job chances in some countries when you leave Maun. The companies here don't care about the types you've flown, just what the labour department say - it was only a few years ago we were all putting any 200hr pilot into any aircraft that needed a pilot.

Everyone falls into one of a few categories now:

1. You have less than 500hrs = you won't get a job. No exceptions.
2. You have more than 500hrs, have never flown a C206, C210, GA8 and have no turbine time = some companies will be interested but your options are limited and only getting worse as time goes on.
3. You have more than 500hrs and HAVE flown a C206, C210, GA8 and have no turbine time = your options are getting better and half the companies will be interested, some might even want to put you on a C208 straight away.
4. You have more than 500hrs, with turbine time but not on a C208 = you're not a common type and no one knows exactly what will happen when they apply for your work permit. Probably send an email to OAR and hope for the best.
5. You have more than 500hrs and have flown a C208 = you will be offered a job.

It's pretty straight forward really. You fall into a category and take your chances.....

I will suggest you to not waste your time on a 182, and this is because here in Maun nowadays the bigger company have only Caravan and only the smallest ones still have only Airvan; very few 206 left in town. The best thing you can do to have a very good chances to get a job here is to get a C208 rating/endorsement in your licence

Bushdodge Thanks ! Easy to visualize :ok:

Abezzi thanks for info. I must have C208 rating but hours on Caravan will count ? I'll not have to do PPC for paradrop so :}

How are the bush operators holding up in the current environment?

Everything is shut down...

Everything still shut down ?
Sitrep please.

Yes, only Medevac and few flights a week to replenish food to the staff left on the camps

Whats the news? Any operations going on?

Still nothing...until South Africa open the borders again it will be impossible to have tourist up here...

Is there any update on hiring and vaccine rollout?

Thank you in advance!

Hi,

Some of you are in Maun / Botswana ? how is it going on your area ?

Thanks !

Everything is standing still...no good news from this part of the World...

Hi, I'm planning on traveling to Namibia/Botswana at the end of this year, is there any chance of getting a job? Or its almost impossible according to the current covid situation? I currently hold a cpl and cfi with around 1500 hours (around 50 hours flying c210). I would appreciate any info.

Hey Aldo,
This is Sahil! Wow long time man. I hope you are well. You, Roni, Sathyan and I we had a great time few years back.
I hope you are doing well and happy!
Take care.

Hello Guys,

Any Idea where I will be able to get a flying gig around the African continent, even if its just for 5-6 months, preferably on something like a caravan or small twin?

Cheers

Only religion people hiring from time to time , need to wait for the rains to pass

ahh okay, cheers mate

Flying in Botswana. No hope right now for new international hires sadly. We are looking at probably 2023/2024 season. They will be required by labour law to soak up all the unemployed local labour made redundant last year before opening up to everyone as was previously the case.

Tomorrow will be the 10th anniversary of the AKD crash. Our thoughts are with Martin's family and friends.