CTC Social Thread

[karlburgess]

congratulations to you two guys . I bet your so excited...damn I'm jealous. From what I have read and seen on youtube your going to have an amazing time. What sort of time period was there between your phase 2/3 and phase 4?Congratulations againKarl

[jpunteney]

Congratulations guys!! I'm off at the start of October. Brilliant feeling to know you've finished selection and on your way soon isn't it?!
Just 1 thing to mention, if you need to get the HSBC funding, I'd get it sorted VERY SOON...they are stopping the loan at the end of August, so need to act sharpish to secure it. Hoping I have mine in time, as I just passed selection last week and was offered the space in October as someone pulled out or something and have the interview at the bank next week, so going to be pretty tight.
Whether there is going to be a new funding provider announced I don't know, haven't heard anything from CTC to say so yet but the bank just told me this on Monday when I arranged my appointment.

[bonalste]

Thanks guys for the congrats - I can't wait and am absolutely stoked about passing selection - '71' is my new favourite number!

Karl, I had my phases 2 and 3 separately. There was around 1 month between these two phases. After phase 3, my original phase 4 was exactly 1 week later. Unfortunately I didn't make it at this stage, and 6.5 months after that I resat my phase 4, so there's quite a gap between initial application and success for me. I know of some people hwo had their phase 4 the day after their phase 3. I think that it's possible to progress through the application very quickly.

Thanks jputney. As mentioned, the HSBC funding is coming to an end. My understanding is that applications have to be in before August 27th and they're pretty much fully booked out until then, so it's looking likely that security (assurity) will be needed for funding the process in the increasingly-near future.

Thanks again, though. Such an exciting time. March can't come soon enough!

[Jordie1983]

Gutted to hear its coming to an end, I have a phase 4 resit in December!!

Does anyone have any more info as to how much security HSBC will require or if there are any new arrangements on the horizon??

Cheers Jordan.

[Kerosine]

Jordan that's brilliant! Thought you had to start all over again doing phase 2/3!

You're so gonna be out here next year haha!

[Surly Bonds Broken]

Morning. I am booked on CP71, leaving the UK at the end of February 2009.I was just wondering whether there are any other potential CP71-ers out there.

[Jordie1983]

Fingers crossed Kerosine!!! Have you any knowledge on the new fianances?? Guess your all sorted..... Not long now...... lucky bugger!!!

[Kerosine]

No I know, not long! I don't have any solid info on the finance situation, just heard rumours flying about much to the effect of what bonalste has stated. I'm hoping now all is signed and dealt with I won't get collared for security agains't the loan, but you never know :bored:.

btw Jordan, I would reply on facebook but it's blocked at work! In short the answer to the question is yes! I'll drop you mail actually.

[poss]

In terms of finances look at it from CTC's perspective... The fact that if you pass the selection phases enables most people access to unsecured funding of amounts they couldn't get otherwise; it is a huge attraction for many wannabes and if they lost that attraction it would cut down the cadets greatly. Inkeeping with this dramatic loss in cadets coming through the program, CTC are probably working very hard to keep the agreement alive/arrange new terms/get airlines to preselect cadets to provide a direct sponsor or are at least trying to find another bank to do business with. Until CTC say that the funding is gone then all hope is not lost.

[Kerosine]

Agreed Poss, I'm sure CTC are working their bums off to ensure they keep the agreement with HSBC on similar terms on the future.

The finance is one of the unique selling points for CTC so they won't lose it without a fight.

[Tommy_uk]

Hey everybody, would someone mind answering the following questons I have about CTC :confused:


1) I have no flying experience at all, besides a small taster flight, what programme shoul I pick and is there any substantial difference in picking between New zealand and UK & Europe.

2) If I apply now for a scheme how are these phases arranged? I am going on holiday at the begining of September, is there any point applying now or just wait till after I return?

3) Are phases 2&3 always on the same day and where do they take place?


Sorry for not searching if this has been asked, just need some quick answers :)

[PAJ]

1) Entirely depends on what passport you hold and where you have an unrestricted right to work. To go for the UK programme, you must have an unrestricted right to work in the EU. If you hold an NZ passport or have the right to live and work over there, that would be an option.

2) It doesn't really make a difference. Apply now if you think you are ready - CTC will offer you a number of selection dates so you can just go for the one that suits best.

3) Phases 2 and 3 are now both done on the same day. You must pass the aptitude tests and group exercises in the morning to progress through to the interview in the afternoon as I understand it.

I suggest you look at the CTC website as you will need to do your research before applying.

[Tommy_uk]

Thanks for the reply, will do some thorough research.

[karlburgess]

Was anybody on phase 2/3 today at dibden? If so, how did you guys do?

[Tommy_uk]

Can anyone tell me what the pass rate of CTC cadets course is? Also what actually happens if someone fails any form of tests, is this a likely occurance?

Thanks

[karlburgess]

hey tommy. The CTC website has a very good FAQ section, I think I saw some information regarding what happens if you fail.

[CapCon]

Tommy, to give you some ball park figures (and I do mean ball park) CTC receive something like 5000+ applications a year for the wings course and roughly 4% make it onto the wings course. I think this answers both of your questions. Sometimes, if a phase is failed but only just, then the candidate can be asked to reapply in 6months or a year

[bonalste]

Hello Tommy,

As has already been mentioned, the FAQs on the CTC website are perfect for naswering your questions; however, to save you some time, I an tell you that the pass rate of people on the CTC Wings course is 98.1% to date and, this far, 100% of those has been placed with an airline.

For the 1.9% who fail the course, for whatever reason, the full amount up to £30,000 of the training used will be paid by CTC as a "hands up" that they mis-selected on that occasion. What this means is that, if the cost of your training before you get sent home totalled £21,000, all of that will be paid for by CTC and you won't owe a thing. If, however, you have undertaken £41,000 worth of training, £30,000 of that will be paid for by CTC and you will owe £11,000. It is worth noting that this does not includeth foundation course - that is wholly your responsibility.

If you have any more questions, check the FAQs. They are VERY informative. if you can't find the answer there, feel free to let me know and I'll try to help.

[mlowe]

Hello,

Anyone from the selection on the 21st, I have been passed through to phase 4. Any ideas as to what specific tasks are set during the sim assessment???

The other 2 fellas (colin? and opera singer?) - if you're on here how did u get on???

[singingpilot]

Hi Mate,

Yeah I got through as well, she E-mailed me 5 mins after I finished the interview.

When are you going to Phase 4? I am on the 4th Sept.

Chris (AKA the Opera Singer)

[nadz101]

Hi guys, congrats on getting through to phase 4. I have my assessment day next week - so nervous now!! Any tips or pointers about the day? How were the tests and the interview? :uhoh:
I hope I've learnt enough, this is only my second interview ever for a job! :eek:

[Monkeyboy748]

Alright guys, long time listener first time caller. I've got my phase 4 on the 4th too. Heading down after work from manchester on the day before, just wondered if you have any tips on where to stay. If anyone wants to share a taxi to nursling in the morning im game. Cheers Rob

[bonalste]

Hello Rob,

I must recommend the Premier Travel Inn in Nursling (Southampton North). There's a very nice restraurant next door, the staff are extremely helpful (they bent hand-over-foot to get me breakfast at 5:30am for my early start!), the beds are very comfy and it's about 5 minutes away by taxi from CTC. They even kept my shaver, which I stupidly left in the bathroom, behind reception for me to pick up when I went for my interview with the bank.

I used Radio Taxis 02380 666 666 for my journey to CTC from the hotel - big company, 24 hour service and easy to get hold of. All of the other taxi companies which show on Google either didn't answer their phones or the phones would not connect, so I'd recommend that you make a note of that number.

Whatever you do, don't go for the Travelodge nearby. I made that mistake on my first Stage 4 attempt and to get to CTC the driver had to go the wrong way on the motorway because of the way the hotel was placed on the road, adding a healthy £25 taxi bill to my already rapidly-depleting wallet!

[mlowe]

Hello,

I've also got Phase 4 on the 4th, early doors. Staying in permier inn southampton north as bonalste recommended. Another guy Chris staying here as well. Looking forward to it - final hurdle other than the finances should I get through!

[karlburgess]

Hey, is anybody here going to Dibden on the 2nd of September. Not to far away now....

[Monkeyboy748]

Thanks for the replies, i'll try and book a room tonight. Where are you guys coming down from? Hopefully see you wednesday. Rob

[Pantone]

Hey Karl, I'll be at Dibden for stage 2/3 selection on the 2nd. Best of luck ! :ok:

[karlburgess]

Brilliant! Thought I would be doing the group stages on my lonesome hahaha. See you there

[singingpilot]

Hey you guys due to go to Phase 4 on the 4th.

Has anyone else had their date changed????

I have been moved to the 11th Sept.

[Monkeyboy748]

I recieved my phone call yesterday confirming the 4th, and how the assessment is going to run. Good luck, and i'll see a few of you on thursday :ok:

[mlowe]

Got the green light after phase 4 - delightedddddd.

CP68 or 69 (Nov / Dec) have been offered to me...

HSBC meeting on Friday, any words of advice? Heard financing is running as per usual until the end of september...

Just a few more hurdles

[Kerosine]

CP68 or 69 (Nov / Dec)

CP68/69 is Dec/Jan

Congrats :ok::ok:

[mlowe]

Quite right,

a little confused through excitement. But am I right in thinking that you actually depart in Nov for CP68 and Dec for CP69...

[Kerosine]

You leave a couple of days before the month starts, so technically you're leaving in November, but it will be the 30th/31st.

I depart on October 29th for CP67 starting in Nov :ok:

[Newish Flyer]

Are CTC still open for applications and do you think they are a safe bet for getting you a job at the end of it all considering current climate? Thought you guys might be in the know and have some opinions. Thanks in advance!

[Viking101]

Good luck with tests and training at CTC. :ok:

Its a very different kind of mentality there, especially some people who still has not learned how to teach in a logical manner... But hey- have fun!! :suspect:

:oh:

[mrfilbert]

Hi all,

I've bitten the bullet, I've applied, I've got my stage 2/3 day on the 7th October, and I've just sent off the answers to the questions. Is anyone else going to Dibden on the 7th? And if so, where are you staying?

Also, if anyone has any advice about where to stay/not to stay in addition to what's already been mentioned on this and the other thread, that'd be appreciated!