Comlux Aviation

[Haubennotabwurf]

Hello,

can a Comlux Aviation pilot contact me via PM please? I have some urgent questions about the company!

Thanks! :D

[Energetic Pilot]

:*ask here!

[Iver]

Are they hiring for their A318CJs yet? If so, what are the minimums and the domicile (I presume Zurich)?

[21-Lancer]

Still working for Comlux? If yes, can you confirm Comlux Aviation jobs, payscales and entry requirements. (http://www.pilotjobsnetwork.com/jobs/Comlux_Aviation)?

Thank you very much!

[pullup hard]

I was about to post a long rant about T&Cs @ Comlux, then found this website

Comlux Aviation jobs, payscales and entry requirements. (http://www.pilotjobsnetwork.com/jobs/Comlux_Aviation)

which describes everything the way it is. Mass exodus of pilots and flight ops office staff.
If they continue like that, they will soon be no more, as competition is growing.
Ruined by incompetence...

Good luck, if you try anyway.

PUH

[21-Lancer]

Hy PH.
I saw the updated Comlux Aviation jobs, payscales and entry requirements. (http://www.pilotjobsnetwork.com/jobs/Comlux_Aviation)
The incomes don't look bad, but can you provide more information about taxation level in Switzerland?
Talking about that managerial incompetence... About what it is, specifically?

[Iver]

Pilots leaving in droves and yet Management does nothing? Interesting. Do they end up cancelling many flights with such short staffing? Are there training bonds involved or are all hired pilots typed before they start?

Let's say, hypothetically, that someone with Airbus A319/20 time were interested in an A318 Elite FO position with Comlux based in Europe. I am not that person but I know someone who would be looking at such an opportunity. So, some questions for people in the know:

1. Are there specific pilot bases (i.e., in Switzerland) or can you live anywhere on the continent? What are the basing restrictions?

2. Understanding that there is no schedule (completely ad hoc), what "could" a typical/average month look like on the Airbus fleet in terms of numbers of trips, days off, etc.? I realise every month is different. Just looking at averages...

3. What is the minimum requirement in terms of time in type to upgrade to Captain on the Airbus fleet? How long might that take (especially with the rapid exodus of pilots)?

4. What are the primary reasons why people are leaving? Is it basically pay and scheduling? I see many of the negatives discussed - what about any positives at Comlux?

My mate will likely stay where he is (German LCC) but he is still interested in looking at alternatives.

Cheers - PMs also welcome.

[Altiman]

Iver you say positives, there are no positives. All negatives.

Pilots leave because they are treated very bad or they are laid off with no good reason.

Monthly rosters are unstable and sometimes there may not be any days off as the office extend your duty and extend your duty.

They like type rated guys, and also 4000hours+ (all said I've known very low hour guys join- they leave very soon after)


The Swiss contracts are no longer so the pay scales are not in a good structured manner. But standard pay is 6000 US dollars per month (fo) this is without deductions.

Bases - depending on fleet, it used to be where you live, so if you live in Zurich you would be Zurich based but now if you are on the bus they now
want you to be Bahrain based. This will be the same for any new jets = Bahrain based. I do not know the living package but it won't be good. And
family will not be looked after unlike a lot of employers who want middle east based pilots.


I suggest you tell your friend to look at 'pullup hard' posts as all are very correct. If he is wanting to leave a job to go to Comlux then tell him to stay put. No job security.

[backtobasics]

look at all the posts from PUH and read very carefully. Do not apply to or join this company unless you absolutely have no other option, Airbus or GLX.

So called "management" is incompetent without management skills or qualification.

Lack of respect for customers = losing aircraft management contracts.
Lack of respect for staff = losing very experienced and customer focused staff.

nuff said!

[specialbrew]

Anyone know about the Global operation based in Nassau?

[BizJet700]

That would be HB-JGH in Nassau. I hear they actually spend more time in Geneva.

[kepa007]

Yes they need crews.

Management is their biggest challenge. They want to do good. They know not what good is.

Pilots are the greatest to work with. The Global team is very switched on and the Airbus bunch have had an amazing wealth of experience now GONE.

They used to be a great company to work for. Every person that made the company what it used to be is Long gone, either fired or tired of so much NOT KNOWING any more.

My advise: Join them if they want you. Don't expect too much of them, and if you can change them, do so. They need so much help!.

What others have posted here is quite accurate of what Comlux is today.

They can change but it will take a REAL long time. In the mean time many others will depart. So they will always need of YOU.

Happy findings.

Kepa

[mutt]

Comlux Middle East, a company of Comlux The Aviation Group and Saudia Private Aviation (SPA) signed today at EBACE Air show an agreement to develop VIP charter markets in the Middle East.

Today, Saudia Private Aviation (SPA) strategic business unit of Saudi Arabia Airlines and Comlux are respectively two of the leading VIP charter operators’ in Middle East and Europe, operating at the highest standards of safety and quality.

The facility of Comlux Middle East in the Kingdom of Bahrain offers an excellent positioning nearby Saudi Arabia. Comlux with its EASA AOC, operates regularly VIP flights from the Middle East and will make its modern fleet of ultra spacious Wide Body Corporate Jets available for the clients of Saudia Private Aviation (SPA).

Sounds interesting :):).

Mutt

[VIPcrew]

Hows Comlux for flight attendants? Any info? Got an interview with them coming up. Ta!

[pgo]

Is there any substance behind the rumour that the whole office (excepting the big cheeses & sales) will be outsourced to OTBD? I guess the Swiss AOC is now also irrelevant...

[HomerSimpson]

I heard the firing continues at Comlux. Not just the flight crews but most of the office at Kloten. The company is in a bad way with unpaid bills from owners and grounding aircraft due to lack of crews (which they have just fired due to costs).

Some crews have not been paid on time with excuses from accounts that its their own banks fault. Sometimes a month late.

A sinking ship maybe - hopefully not though as the industry doesn't need another bit hitter ending up in the sh*t*er.

[CaptainProp]

Strange to hear they are grounding ac due to lack of crew. I know at least two rated guys who have been looking to get in to Comlux and they have heard nothing back. Perhaps more evidence of their organization being in a bad state....?

[Glex Driver]

Hi
looking to go in any direction of Comlux? Don`t!
recently they announced that b/c of financial difficulties as of February 2012, all B767 and Airbus Crew will be based where the current aircraft is based. Most of the flights and hence their clients are in or around Bahrain....so guess where you will end up...??!
The Swiss AOC is meanwhile seized. The last remaining Aircraft, a BD700 was therefore forced to leave...lucky them!
My recommendation, stay the hell away from COMLUX!!!!

cheers

[Glex Driver]

Hi guys,
this aircraft was forced to leave the Comlux ops. Reason ,it was the only one remaining HB-aircraft, and since Comlux decided to close their AOC in switzerland they left and went to Execujet.
Comlux is falling apart, Comlux used stand for Competence and Luxury.
Today, it stands for Communication is luxury...!
Nothing gets around, nothing gets solved, too many micro managers without any thorough knowledge.
fire and hire is common and nobody seems to know what is going on.
HR is preoccupied because of holding stock!!!!!!!!!!
Sad to see such a precious Airline going down the drain.
But this is what happens if you pay peanuts - you get monkeys!!:ugh::(

[KirkyMS]

Indeed very very sad to see what happens there - the Comlux crews i had the pleasure to hang out with frequently were a bunch of incredibly nice and funny people, and i´m not talking about one crew only...

[UAE FD]

Heard the entire office has been moved to Bahrain from Geneva. Ops have begun from 1st of April. Is the same scenario applies for Flight Dispatchers (Hire and Fire)? does anyone know the payscale for dispatchers?

UAE FD

[pilothappy]

I have been a pilot at comlux for several years, and i am very happy and proud to work for this company.
The aircraft which left the fleet and went to execujet changed 3 times ! so it will be the same in a few months ! it will change again !

[mushroom69]

YES::::::This is what is helpful about PPrune.....you see an advert, remember the company as having been a good employer, and think to send a CV. Check them out first and discover that......oops.........huge problems, not paying, management not communicating etc....and suddenly the minor issues where you are, seem-----minor!

Do not need this sort of headache. No Swiss AOC, aircraft gone, the reputation and experience levels shot........who needs it!??

[tiger1975]

Unless you have huge debts or are unemployed for years and years, STAY AWAY
From thiscompany!

[High Energy]

Perfect match for me then as I qualify to your list. Lol. Can someone shine some light on the Embraer Lineage 1000 f/o position, based in Bahrain???

- What's Bahrain like for a family?
- Flying hrs/patterns/time away/destinations?
- Anything pay related!!! (USD/CHF/BHD, what allowances) What's average pay monthly incl all?
- Is there a possibility to upgrade to command or change fleet to Airbus?
- More Lineage 1000's coming or just the one?
- Will base stay Bahrain or very likely to get moved around? (at short notice?)

From all the info on pprune I know the company/management is in a bad state, but I'm without a job so want to fly/work my balls off again!

[McMax]

Any news about hiring or conditions for pilots?

[Denim and leather]

Loosing contracts, and layoffs.

[dan1165]

Avoid this sad bunch of clowns :yuk:

[Bizjetdrvr]

Does anyone have any updated/current terms & conditions info on Comlux, especially for the European operations?

Roster, Hotel quality when on the road, security?

Any info would be great.

Thanks

[WTON]

The only think, I know, expect to sign a Maltese contract...so good luck.

[Scott_T]

I recently applied for the 737 gig in africa with comulux i have nearly double the in type requirement but fall about 500 hours short of the total time, are comulux very strict on the hour requirement or may i still be considered? have many people applied?

[LGW Vulture]

I wouldn't bother sending your CVs in at the minute or trying to research T&Cs. Their golden goose has apparently been sterilised - how on earth they plan to find a bigger goose (and golden at that) is beyond me.

[Kelly Hopper]

That comment is a little worrying. Would you care to elaborate?

[FerrypilotDK]

Although there is a bit of friction with certain "airline weenies" who try to treat on demand charter just like a scheduled airline, along with a fleet of readily available back-up aircraft.......the company functions, pay arrives on time and most of the people are pleasant and friendly. Per diems are less than I got in 2008(!) but all in all, quite nice as a total package. Salary depends on type, roster etc and these vary from aircraft to aircraft.
There is more bureaucracy than I would consider necessary and a tendency to protecting "turf." Communications within offices seems antiquated and almost Soviet-style, or Eastern European, with clear hierarchy, rather than easy social conversation and just getting the job done.
No where is perfect, but this will be fine the next 10 years!
There is no reason to avoid Comlux IMHO.

[gorter]

Curious about this opening. Working as freelance. I may apply for several reasons, but I am currently employed. Before I fill in the application I was wondering if anyone has any other info. Salary? Basing? Roster? why UK or Bahrain? If anyone can shed any light greatly appreciated. Also edited to add that I would be applying as an FO so I guess upgrade potential?

[LGW Vulture]

After what I wrote earlier? Flying freelance for them - no guarantees? Leave current employment?

You sure?

[gorter]

Well you don't really elaborate on what you mean by a sterilised golden goose. Obviously this isn't my only avenue of enquiry. Just trying to do some due diligence. I know very little about the company, just trying to do research.

[LGW Vulture]

Can't elaborate. However, there are enough pointers for you already if you do your homework properly.

[drag king]

Does anyone know what's the real story behind the positions they keep advertising on their GLEX (FO/KZ) and CL605 (again FO/UK)?

Those openings seem have been there forever (the GLEX at least) so either they use more crew than fuel or their fleet must count more airframes than the USAF!

DK :uhoh:

[McDoo]

Does anyone have any up to date info on working for Comlux?

They are looking for a Hawker captain, presumably out of Moscow although they refer to a 'European' base. Have they got to grip with the previously mentioned woes?

Has anyone been offered rotational contracts 14/14 etc?

Cheers

McD :ok:

[Kelly Hopper]

Well as they are looking for a Hawker 900 Captain with Falcon 900 hours you do the sums???

A bigger embarrassment to aviation I defy you to find!

[McDoo]

Well as they are looking for a Hawker 900 Captain with Falcon 900 hours you do the sums???

A bigger embarrassment to aviation I defy you to find!

Yes, I did spot the typo and their online application form does not list the Hawker as an option to annotate your hours on type.

Can you be a bit more specific as to why they are so bad - and from bitter experience, sadly I probably have found bigger embarrassments to aviation out there....

[Kelly Hopper]

Well I could write a book on it but fundamentally there is no-one in charge! Everyone, and there are very many in the office is only interested in looking after their own ar5e and when things go wrong, (every flight) it is the pilots that are held responsible. It therefore becomes a war zone between them and us!
"No one stays more than 2 years" was the welcome message from management!

[McDoo]

Thanks KellyH - I think I will give them a wide berth...

[Kelly Hopper]

Check your PM's McDoo.

[monkey_wrench]

Spot on KellyH..... :D of course the "Just culture" that exists in the rest of Aviation and underpins the safety regime in an ordinary operation is absolutely non existent at Comlux.
Be also advised that you wont get through the door if you are UK born....

[PURPLE PITOT]

They discovered quite quickly that the Brits won't take that ****!:ok:

[cfernandez]

Hello..is Comlux so bad? I´ll have an interview with them in the next days for a GLEX position....should I ask something before joining? Thanks for your help

[drag king]

Hello..is Comlux so bad? I´ll have an interview with them in the next days for a GLEX position....should I ask something before joining? Thanks for your help

May I suggest that either u get in touch with an insider (min two years of service) or just go there with an open mind and weight pros and cons once u have a job offer?

Coming here to ask for advice from an audience of 99,99% of ill/partly/gossip informed ones (if u are VERY lucky...) will almost certainly lead to a decision you may as well regret.

In the end it's all about you, your career and your lifestyle.

DK :hmm:

[Denim and leather]

Hi CFernandez,


On wich Glex are you going to be hired, I assume on the Vision?


Good luck.

[PPRuNeUser0183]

Most of the posts in this thread are quite old now. In fact most of the complaints are from 5 years ago now. Surely things must have improved if they managed to survive? Is there still backing from SPA?

[FALCON.net]

News from Comlux. Any insiders who could share info's with me ? Thanks. PM me.

[Red Nose]

Management staff style is improving in the good direction.
Should you have B777 type rating, you may be called for interview.

[Kelly Hopper]

Well if you call no-one to ever ever get promoted within fleets a good sign?
And we won't mention pilots getting fired for not responding to their phones on their DAYS OFF will we?
It was clearly explained to me. There are no days off in comlux. All days off are standby days! And as for that ital chief pilot??? Give me a break!

[Red Nose]

Salaries always paid on time, and from time to time ahead scheduled.
Company credit cards always working.
As you called the Ital manager, should you show your flexibility, they will return you the favor.

[Kelly Hopper]

Red Nose.
Is that the best you can come up with? They actually pay you for your work and pay their bills along the way so the cc keeps working? Hmmm. Impressed. And despite showing my flexibility the "favor" was never returned, least of all from the ital!
DEEC. Sorry, all previous co's I have worked for would at least consider you for future openings on another fleet. But not so with comlux. Whatever position you have been offered that is it, for life, if you survive them?
So, not what I would call a career company?

[FerrypilotDK]

After bending over backwards for these people, i can only say don't. Do your job, no more, expect no back up, appreciation or loyalty in return and you'll be OK. If you expect a two way street or any of those other things, they will disappoint you, regardless of all the promises along the way.

[tommoutrie]

I've worked for Comlux on a freelance and fixed term contract basis. They have been straightforward, organised training etc efficiently, paid me on time, and been a decent company to work with. The flight department survives despite a tough economic environment and I think the company does a decent job considering the position it's in. There are better companies around but there are certainly worse too! PM me if you want to know any more.

Cheers all

Tom

[Transformers]

So whats happening these days at comlux with the B767 and B777...

Whats the rosters like..? T&C's......? Upgrade prospects...? Are your pilots happy there....?

Send a PM...........

Thank you in advance.......!

[Transformers]

I also see they have the B767 for sale, so why advertise for crew...?

[Transformers]

@ DEEC

So are they going to replace the B767 in Malta with a B777.......?

[LGW Vulture]

The B777 is the rumour.

[Tray Surfer]

The 777 is the Crystal Air Cruises aircraft isn't it? Which will be based in the US?

[kimono1950]

Any news about Comlux ?

[kimono1950]

Nobody ?:hmm:

[dan1165]

Avoid :} ................

[monkey_wrench]

Crystal Cruises have supposedly cancelled the B777?

https://www.bizjournals.com/seattle/news/2017/06/21/crystal-cruises-air-tours-boeing-777-canceled.html

Comlux has an ex Emirates A330 in completion in Indianapolis which may replace the B767. In service.....TBD.

[bafanguy]

This Comlux B777 ad popped up today. Sounds like a temporary spot ? Kind of a short timeline on the opening:

https://www.latestpilotjobs.com/jobs/view/id/9038.html

I've not seen any ads for the F/O position.

[John_McYul]

Entry into service for A330 at last news (late spring) would be half 2018, not before.

[Red Nose]

DAN 1165,


Why to avoid???


Are they thugs, non payers? Go ahead and share...

[x933]

Worth noting that the B777 hasn't been cancelled; they cancelled a few tours on it and are still expecting to take delivery (or they are if my LinkedIn is anything to go by).

I do wonder how much of a market there is out there for this. TAG and Thomson have run "around the world" flights for 9 months a year; Captain's Choice have done similar on the AeroNexus 767.

[bafanguy]

They must still have some plans for the B777:

Greenpoint Delivers Crystal AirCruises VIP 777-200LR (http://www.aviationpros.com/press_release/12356403/greenpoint-delivers-crystal-aircruises-vip-777-200lr)

[Beechboyflying]

What's the latest on working here, things now getting more stabilised with the newer management style settling?

[Dont worry]

Hi guys.
No discussion please, about to avoid or not to avoid. I have my plans.
Looking forward to some information about the test they do for Pilots.
Feel free to PM.
Thank you

[Daddy Fantastic]

Why cant anybody advise other pilots whether to avoid or not?

[Dont worry]

Because it has been done already.

[Joe le Taxi]

A mate just did a short chatty interview, although he had a recommendation.

But as a handy general rule of thumb; if "Lux" appears anywhere in the name of a company - Avoid! (Sorry, but it does apply to five operators I can think of, and I do have cause to know Luxembourg companies quite well, though I don't know if comlux improved since)

[Dont worry]

Hi Joe.
Thank you. I have heard about the Skype interview. Next step should be some sort of Test in Malta.
Any inside of this?
Thank you

[PURPLE PITOT]

The PILAPT and microsoft flight sim (i kid you not) used to be in Zurich. Not sure how many times you need to hear "don't".

[Daddy Fantastic]

Hi Joe.
Thank you. I have heard about the Skype interview. Next step should be some sort of Test in Malta.
Any inside of this?
Thank you

Heed peoples advice and 'AVOID'....learn to listen mate!!

[Kelly Hopper]

Well, I will give you this.....
Never in my life have I experienced a situation where pilots are distanced from management like comlux! They are in Malta and you can never go there as that creates tax issues! The result... they hate you and you hate them.
They actually boast that no-one lasts more than 2 years.... wrong...I lasted 3 years but for sure wanted out after 6 months!
Good luck if you join these monkeys, you will need it.

[Dont worry]

Not an issue any more.
Thank you all for your help and advise.

[Abruzzi]

Hi Guys!

Do you have any info about F/O position on BD700 classic in Comlux? I`am interested in roster, base etc. I assume that they only do charter flights?

Any infos appreciated!
Ciao

[booze]

Hi Guys/Gals,

Any update on t&c-s for ACJ skippers? Are PPJN figures accurate?

Cheers,

Booze

[hotflyier]

Hello All.
Can Anyone please guide me on the screening process for PIC entry?
Is there any Entry Medical or just the Liscense Medical is fine?
Will appreciate an insider view.
Thanks in advance.