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C212-100
22nd Dec 2008, 11:32
I have recently noticed that GF is taking rated and non-rated FO as well as non-jet fellows. On their career website there are three different vacancies is there any difference on the pay-check? If it is the case is it substancial?
There minimum requirements for the non-jet fellows (my case) is minimum 2000 hours TT of which 1000 should be on 20000kgs plus A/C... I have only 1600+ TT, 600 PIC on CASA 212 (MTOM 6500kgs). Do I stand a chance?
If anyone can answer me these questions I would be pretty much obliged.
Cheers.
Che Guevara
22nd Dec 2008, 11:55
I think your time is a little light and low to be honest. At the moment all new hires are type rated on the 320, however that said, always go ahead and put in a CV, it can never hurt trying.
Chao
SubsonicMortal
22nd Dec 2008, 12:10
C212-100 - Off course you stand a chance! I know of a fellow who joined Gulf Air 2 years ago with only King Air time. I myself only had turbo-prop time and a number of other guys joined with ATR time. If you are serious about joining, you will be looked at with your hours. Applying through the career website will probably only get you noticed but not taken seriously given that you do not meet the minimum requirements. However, if you are able to send the recruitment team an email directly or give them a call, your cv will definitely be taken seriously.
All the best!
cf680c2b
22nd Dec 2008, 12:36
I think things are getting pretty competitive these days. I put in an app. a while ago and havn't heard anything yet. I have approx. 6000 hrs. total time, lots of jet, currently on 747. Its a tight market out there :sad:
ironbutt57
22nd Dec 2008, 17:15
As of now, the intakes are all rated on the 'bus..non-rated will be considered after the 'bus rated folks..keep trying:ok:
And no, there is no difference in the package for rated, jet, or otherwise..once you are onboard, regardless of your previous qualifications, you get the same pay..
Immigrant
22nd Dec 2008, 19:38
SubsonicMortal
I know of a fellow who joined Gulf Air 2 years ago............
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2 YEARS AGO!
Not Now:=
C212-100
26th Dec 2008, 17:54
Thank you very much for all the replies. Times are getting really competitive these days... I know that... Some 2 years ago it was all so more easy... Best of luck for you all!
Sonic,
It is not possible to provide the e-mail of those folks on recruitment, is it?
I would love to try the sandpit and GF seems like a very familiar and friendly environment for my interpersonal skills. But if I give it a try trough the career site I will be ruled out. I am lacking in hours and in weight.
Cheers.
Pardes
26th Dec 2008, 19:50
Hows life in Bahrain? Seems like Gulf Air has been keeping a low profile with all the Emirates and Etihad news around.
KRUGERFLAP
27th Dec 2008, 10:23
Best in GCC? Maybe if don't count the weekends and the crazy saudi drivers around,LOL.
But you right. Bahrain is a very nice for family guys.If you are single i don't think so.Not much to do.
Regards
KF
My GCC Preferences:
1)Muscat :ok:
2)Abu Dhabi :O
3)Bahrain :)
4)Dubai :sad:
5)Doha :yuk:
long-gonner
27th Dec 2008, 14:07
Why is Muscat #1 and Dubai #4?
richk
27th Dec 2008, 16:43
What are the payscales and benefits like at GF?
Pixie Queen
28th Dec 2008, 03:07
I think its on the low side, basic salary is 2100 bd(Bahrain Dinar). +550 for housing or 650 if married. There's another thread that speaks about housing and costs. IMHO, they're due for an increase as I hear they're an overworked bunch.
1 Dinar = $2.65 (mas o menos)
Speedbake
28th Dec 2008, 21:58
Sorry to burst your bubble...my man!! Good friend of mine has close
to 3000 hours & currently flying on NGs in Europe, and up to now hasn't
had any call from GF. You have got to try though....but I wouldn't bet on it!! 2
years ago things were different..now a days GF can pick & choose who
they want with the proper jet time/qualifications....etc. Today's market
is little bit different with economic crises than 2 years ago....... and you
can't blame them for being choosy. Good Luck!!
All the best for 2009 :ok:
uspilot
28th Dec 2008, 22:29
8000 hours total time, over 3000 hours jet PIC
A320 typed with over 1800 on the BUS as instructor/check airman and nothing yet, but it doesn't mean you wouldn't get the call, keep trying and dont give up if that's where you want to be. The above post is correct in saying time' have change. Good luck....
ShirleyNot
29th Dec 2008, 08:16
USAscabby what ever your name is, its about 2100 basic + 1.5 bd/hour time away + 6 bd/hour block time which usually comes up to 2800-3000 bd a month = 7500 US$/month (5000 Stirling) tax free + you get the majority of your house paid for. All that for being a 320 F/O. Doesn't seem that low to me, but yes they make you work hard and your roster is written by muppets.
Pixie Queen
30th Dec 2008, 19:20
Hey Shirley, why the attitude in your post? My post was right on, basic salary is what I posted! Everything else is dependant on hours flown. I hear that some months you fly more than other months:}. And some months you fly less:}.
Therefore, that would be income NOT recommended to plan on, or spend BEFORE you have it in your hands. But then again, I'm conservative with my money. And I don't count my chickens before they hatch, hmmm.:)
Ive got more than 400 hrs on type A320 but dont have 1500TT as required by them, do I stand a chance???
I did apply on their website, but no use....can anyone provide the e-mail or phone no. of the reqruiting person please.
Hello!happy new year!
I have been invited to join a pilot assessment by Gulf Air a the end of january.
long-gonner
2nd Jan 2009, 15:42
hey madog,
When did you apply, what are your times?
Soap Box Cowboy
10th Jan 2009, 05:44
Any news as to whether or not they have started interviewing non type rated pilots?
Hy Long!
i have 6000hrs on jet aircraft 4500 on MD80\82 and 650hrs on A319\320\321.
ironbutt57
6th Feb 2009, 20:58
Not going belly up anytime soon...come to the assessment and have a look...
Hi, been invited to the feb interview as well. 1500 hrs on A320.
As JS3 Im also not too sure if GF would be the right choice...
Anyone been to the interview and want to share the experience?
What are the realistic times to upgrade? in my present company this is not that far away, under 2 years. Another reason to think about...
For personal reasons I would like to move closer to europe, I understand roster is a problem, is the planning so hectic that the pilots cant leave bah?
Thanks for your help.
Cheers
ironbutt57
7th Feb 2009, 05:33
Command is definately more than two years...you can get out on your days off..lifestyle is good...but u will be flying..
Che Guevara
7th Feb 2009, 08:02
As JS3 Im also not too sure if GF would be the right choice...
If you are not sure that you want to work here then perhaps it is better not to waste your time or ours for that matter.
Good luck with your job search in or closer to Europe, perhaps you will then discover why a lot of us are here. Having said that, a lot of us are quite happy here...relaxed working atmosphere, good tax free salary, 52 days leave, one of the nicer places to live in the Gulf and so on....
Capt Hair Y Balls
7th Feb 2009, 17:33
..................great management, exellent rosters, outstanding pension plan, marvelous nightstops, absolutely outstanding maintenance, and great career prospects ..............................NOT:yuk::yuk::yuk:
Hello!
Do you know if there is any italian pilot working for Gulf Air at present?
Thank you
What is the time to command like at Gulf Air these days. Also what are the prospects of a A320 first officer going to the A330/340 fleet?
Don't like the way people say I have been invited to an interview.
You must have applied first, so you are accepting and interview.
Agree with the last posts of Capt Hair Y Balls and ironbutt57
Mixed bag, if you want a job to work hard and don't want the hassles of a busy city, then this may be the place. But don't expect the command in a year like low cost.