shamrockpilot
15th Jun 2008, 13:53
Good day all
I'm a U.S. regional airline pilot who you could fairly say is concerned about the state of the U.S. airline industry.
I'm nearing times that I feel may be eligible to apply for ex-pat positions overseas (3-4K total, 1000 turbine PIC) though likely not in the left seat. I am particularly interested in the opportunities within Asia. This is my first experience with this type of job search.
I would appreciate any advice, direction, and especially first hand experiences from any one working under similar conditions at an Asian Airline.
It seems that most Asian Carriers are hiring through crew leasing companies. Is that always the case? Do any carriers hire directly? What are the more reputable crew leasers, and who should i probably avoid?
Are the jobs in Asia commutable from with-in Aisa (Philippines, Thailand, Korea, or Japan)? How about from the U.S.? Are there reciprocal agreements with other carriers? ZED passes?, etc. What is cost of living like around Asia?
Its hard to find payscales for some of the Asian Carriers (CEBPAC, Asian Spirit, etc) Does anyone know a good place for reference on pay?
What is the crew dynamic like? Is crew communication challenging in mixed crews? How about Communication with cabin crew/passengers/ATC.
How are operations different is Asia from the U.S. side of things? What are some of the common challenges faced by a fresh face there?
Is an FAA ATP sufficient or will i need to convert it? How best to convert it?
I apologize in advance, i'm sure that much of this has been covered ad-naseum previously. I certainly would appreciate some help. I'm looking to start applying in earnest in 6 months to a year from now.
Thanks! :)
I'm a U.S. regional airline pilot who you could fairly say is concerned about the state of the U.S. airline industry.
I'm nearing times that I feel may be eligible to apply for ex-pat positions overseas (3-4K total, 1000 turbine PIC) though likely not in the left seat. I am particularly interested in the opportunities within Asia. This is my first experience with this type of job search.
I would appreciate any advice, direction, and especially first hand experiences from any one working under similar conditions at an Asian Airline.
It seems that most Asian Carriers are hiring through crew leasing companies. Is that always the case? Do any carriers hire directly? What are the more reputable crew leasers, and who should i probably avoid?
Are the jobs in Asia commutable from with-in Aisa (Philippines, Thailand, Korea, or Japan)? How about from the U.S.? Are there reciprocal agreements with other carriers? ZED passes?, etc. What is cost of living like around Asia?
Its hard to find payscales for some of the Asian Carriers (CEBPAC, Asian Spirit, etc) Does anyone know a good place for reference on pay?
What is the crew dynamic like? Is crew communication challenging in mixed crews? How about Communication with cabin crew/passengers/ATC.
How are operations different is Asia from the U.S. side of things? What are some of the common challenges faced by a fresh face there?
Is an FAA ATP sufficient or will i need to convert it? How best to convert it?
I apologize in advance, i'm sure that much of this has been covered ad-naseum previously. I certainly would appreciate some help. I'm looking to start applying in earnest in 6 months to a year from now.
Thanks! :)