Cathay Pacific Cadet Pilot Programme

[Tomdw]

Hey Alvin,


I have the final interview at the 26th of November for the AE course!


cheers,


Tom

[wcc_skywalker]

Final call: 2nd stage on 27th Nov

Please pm. Thanks!

[Boeing_777]

Hi all,

Looking for Flight Grading batchmate departing from HKG to ADL on 6/12/2014.

Please PM and Thanks a lot

Gd-day!

[wilfredmayk]

Anyone is going to have the final interview Stage 2 for CPP on 9 DEC? We have 3 people in the group right now, and we are looking for the last groupmate to show up! Please contact me if you have it on that day! Thanks!!

[fightfordream]

Hey b777, check your inbox ;)

[Mediums]

Where should I start? Let's just say with an apology to all the senior pilots/posters that had been previously warning us all about the cadet scheme or path, or this "career oppurtunity".

I started chasing this dream a couple years back after learning about the cadet scheme, complete with my Top Gun Raybans on. Unfortunately, the Raybans have come off and I can see the light again.

Whatever I say from here on is my personal opinion and I wish it helps some hopeful out there of actually flying or getting a real flying job.

First of all, the whole cadet program is a farce aimed at only one thing to reduce cost and you are but a number to them. Passion for aviation? Haha...Laughable at best, when you have your first interview there won't be a single pilot in the room rather you will be interviewed by ex Flight attendants for a flying job. Why do you think the senior pilots are constantly complaining about the quality of the newly graduated cadets it is declining and this is one of the reasons.

Think of it this way, you will spend 14 months as a cadet, then 3-4 years as a Second Officer. That is 5 years of your life right there which you could progress or improve yourself in so many other ways. Let's not beat around the bush here most of you joining are only here for the money, which to be honest is pathetic at this moment but I guess one man's trash is another man's treasure.

To sum it all up, save up enough money for a year or two. Get a CPL first, I wish I had done this sooner and flown all over the world at my own expense in a leisurely manner. There are so many other ways you can go from there, should you still wish to pursue this "dream" or "passion". They want your passion in exchange for money in their bank accounts. It is a disgrace and shame really... How they offer this "oppurtunity" but in reality it is just a money scheme. Do some research and write down all the pros and cons on paper and make a better decision. All that glitters is not gold. I hope this post helps some hopeful out there make a better decision out there sooner than I did.

[rodrigues]

Previous correspondence from HR indicated a new remuneration package was being compiled for this new round of CPP recruitment. Does anyone know these figures?

[runway07]

anyone going for tt interview next month?
please feel free to pm me :):)

or anyone who had the interview for tt course.
mind sharing what's on the interview?

[runway07]

anyone going for tt interview next month?

[GG4737]

Hi!
Final call for those who are taking stage 2 on 10 Dec.
please PM me, and we can do some some preparations together.

Thanks!

[The_Architect]

Everyone, looks there were a few individuals who had to vent their frustrations. Hopefully they feel better now.

Please continue your discussions as if they were not there.

[gusssy]

hi all,
anyone will have stage 2 on 4/12?
pls PM me and we can meet up for some preparations!!

thanks lot!

[moorabbin86]

Hi all,
Going for my Final Interview on 5th of December, does anyone have the same date?
Any info about 747 Assessment?

[likwo]

hey guys, I was having my stage 1B on mid-Oct.
After that, I got a email told me I am going to stage 2 but there is no time slot.
There is around 20 candidates are in the same situation.

I heard about the last group of 1B candidates was on early-Oct and going to have stage 2 on mid-Jan.

Now we are waiting for a long period..totally non-sense

anybody got the notice to have stage 2 on late Jan? please pm me..just wanna know what's going on...

[123pilot456]

Anyone going to stage 1 in January?? Thanks

[CFly]

Hi guys!
I got invited to flight grading in january 2015, but due to some company policy problem may needa postpone to feb - I really wanna catch cp70, does anyone know when will be the last batch grading for cp70 and when will it start(in March I suppose but not sure about the exact date)?

[ki0624]

10- 18 jan fg, we have a group of six already. Leave me pm if u hv fg at that period.

[_B777_]

hi all,

anyone will have stage 2 on 13rd Jan?

pls PM me and we can meet up for some preparations!!:ok::ok:

[Pilot852]

CP70 starts 16 March

[wcc_skywalker]

Hi Pilot852,

May I ask how you know it starts in March 2015 please? Have you got invited or what?

Cheers.

[123pilot456]

123pilot456
Cathay Pacific Cadet Pilot Programme
Anyone going to stage 1 in January?? Thanks

Ab-Initio, AE or TT?


An-initio stage 1a

[Marco0208]

Hey guys

I am preparing for the AB initio stage 1A interview

My revision includes the booklet given, also on other topics such as ETOPs, lift formula, Dutch roll .... Etc

May I ask for tips on areas that I should pay attention on ?

Cheers

[Captain Dart]

English would be a good start.

[Marco0208]

Lol

I sincerely apologise for the 'casual English'

Apart from that .... Any more related suggestions pls?

[Ron Rex]

Hey Guys,

I tried for the cadet program too, it just took less than 10 minutes before I got a reply (NOT System Generated) but sadly, this is all just for the HKID holders. They need the Right of Abode in order to get application through... So unless you have a connection to Hk , its a dead end.. :ugh:

[Andrewlinz]

Hey all,

I'm having my stage 1a interview on December 23, anyone in the same or similar position? We should get in contact.

[GG4737]

Hi!
Final call for those who are taking stage 2 on 10 Dec.
please PM me, and we can do some preparations.

Thanks!

[A random Aviator]

Hi all, for those who will have their stage 2 on 15-01-2015, please kindly PM me if you wish to join our study group. We have a group of 4 candidates at the moment.

Thank you!

[answerway]

anyone stage 2 on 14 Jan?

[johnson717]

anyone have any idea about why cx requires their SO to sit in the jump seat for a few years before proliferate to the RHS, while KA does not require so? what is the benefits to the SO?

I know SO is required for long haul flights as a relief crew and one of the reasons is cost saving (SO is cheaper).

but is there any other reasons?

[123pilot456]

Does CX flight crew recruitment phone number work at all? I've been calling calling and calling everyday (during their business hours), but no one has ever picked up the phone... :ugh:

[hanboy]

29th of jan stage 2
Please pm me to form groups!
thanks!

[jjdiy]

Stage 2 on 28/1.

Anyone know how will the group exercise be? Also I seldom heard that people mentioned the flight planning exercise... :/

[klawz03]

Hi Answerway,

Very nice to meet you my name is Kent and I also got the email invitation for CX Stage 2 interviews. We have already gathered a couple guys in the same day. Will you have an email I can contact you with? It'll be nice to meet up and tackle this as a team and get in the cadet program as a team.

My email is [email protected]. I absolutely look forward meeting you soon.

Best regards,
Kent Law

[finding_groupmates]

Hi all,

I am going to have my stage 2 on 15/1/2015 as mentioned in the title, I will be meeting some of my group mates on the coming Wednesday for a revision session.

Please feel free to PM or email me and we shall be in contact.

Looking forward to meeting the rest of you!

[alonm]

are there any AE guys waiting for an interview or start date?

[pilot4eva]

I have applied couple of days ago for AE.Still waiting for an answer!

[gusssy]

hi guys
if you're going for FG on 31 Jan 2015, please pm me.

thanks!:ok:

[Evan_Ip]

Looking for flight grading partner departing on 24 Jan 15.

Please PM me ASAP, thanks:ok:

[highflyboy]

I applied a few days for the TT program. Hoping I get called really don't know what to expect if I get called. Any tips?

[CaptainLimbu]

Heard from sources that CP70 is starting from March. Any update if it's early, mid or late March?

Cheers.

[eugenea]

hey guys,

Anyone going to have their stage 2 interview on 29/Jan, please PM me.
Lets do some revision together!

[andrewyan08]

I applied for AE 2 days ago. Any idea how long it takes for a reply?

[kycfi85]

Apparently there is a big back log for AE from a long time ago. So, not until all of those are called up...

[Labrosse]

Anyone else unable to update their application on the careers website over the last few days??

[CodyBlade]

They need the Right of Abode in order to get application through... So unless you have a connection to Hk , its a dead end.

One of the pre-requisites is a basic understanding of written English.

So what ever you read on the career web page holds true.

On the flip side, a HK national applying to join Pinoy Airlines will elicit what response?

[Lfrancis]

Hey guys,
I know this thread is a little old however just got back from final interview round at Cathay and thought I might add my 2 cents.
The sim check was a bit stressful but I bucked up and went for a sim sesh before hand. Best decision and highly recommended if you haven't flown a larger aircraft before. Behavioural went well so fingers crossed. Hopefully should hear early in the new year...
Did anyone else do a sim session before hand? I live in Perth and this guy has just opened up a new business so didn't have to fly to Sydney to use the sim there. Highly recommend - think it was called 747 Flight sensation. Was a little out of the way but an total steal compared to the Qantas sim which I had considered going to but at 5 grand, was totally out of my budget considering an FO's salary on a regional airline.
Looking forward to hearing how everyone goes...give us a shout of you are in Perth and need a hand with study.
Cheers,
LF

[wangtohui]

Hi guys,

I am going to have my stage 1a in two weeks from now and 1b in the next day. I hold CPL. Does anyone know if a captain will be there during stage 1b for experienced applicant?

[axl76fg]

:ok:affirmative...same here!

[Chapfo]

Hi

Anyone else having their stage 1 around Jan 12 & 14?

[leslietsang12]

No it's 2 HR people

[Indikebaab]

Hi guys,
I had applied for AE programme two years back, had failed to notice that the profile gets deleted if i do not update. So i regenerated a new PRN and profile last week.

When can we expect to get calls for AE, I have 250+TT and Degree. Not a HKID holder. I hope this fulfills the min. requisites.

Please do let us know if any expats have started getting calls!:O

[pilot4eva]

I have a couple of questions regarding the SO job:
1.Are all SO's recruited for the passenger division or is there an option to fly freight?
2.I have read that all recruited pilots go thru 90 hours of simulator training?Is there any truth to that?
3.Do we get a full type rating or is it one of those ratings for relief pilot?
4.previous applicants have said the HR asks if you were given an option to fly one of our fleet which one would it be?Do they take into consideration what we answer and maybe give that same a/c we want!

[justinlaw117]

I have a couple of questions regarding the SO job:
1.Are all SO's recruited for the passenger division or is there an option to fly freight?
2.I have read that all recruited pilots go thru 90 hours of simulator training?Is there any truth to that?
3.Do we get a full type rating or is it one of those ratings for relief pilot?
4.previous applicants have said the HR asks if you were given an option to fly one of our fleet which one would it be?Do they take into consideration what we answer and maybe give that same a/c we want!

1. Depends. CX operates the 747 freight and passenger fleet together so SOs on the 747 fleet would fly both passenger and freighter flights.

2. Not entirely sure but once you get back from FTA Adelaide and are assigned to a fleet, you'll be spending around three months on the sim to receive line training and your a type rating.

3. SOs get what's called a P2X rating, which is initially a relief pilot rating. The P2X hours that your rack up as an SO count at half rate to the 1500 total hours needed to eventually obtain a HKCAD ATPL license.

4. They absolutely couldn't care less. They're just asking to see if you know enough about the company and the CX fleet. They might ask you more technical questions once you've answered to gauge your familiarity with planes.

[gene88]

Is there anyone non HK resident who got called for the AE interview??

[CFly]

Looking for grading batchmates on 31Jan! Please PM.

[andrewyan08]

don't think they've contacted AE candidates yet...

[stockstandard]

Lfrancis would like more info please!

[ki0624]

if u doing fg 10 jan - 18 jan,
Please contact me and leave your whatsapp and I will add you in the group.

We hv group of 6 already.

[hkmadinflying]

hello

is there anyone who is going to apply or already applied to the cadet program and want to share the information and experience related to it?

I will apply the program in January and i have some flying experience. Still i would like to know more detail about it.

If anyone interested, can you leave your whatsapp please? Thank you.

[johnson717]

anyone is having 1A on 22nd Jan? or 1B? we will probably meet on that day, as I recall, 1A, 1B waiting area is just the same ;)

[Chapfo]

After going through 1b, how long is it until stage2? Not news of stage2, but until actual interview/exercise dates.
I've extended my visit to HK for Stage1, but would like to know if I should just stay in HK and wait or return to Canada first.

[Pilot852]

From my experience it was 4 months between 1b and stage 2

[bravob]

i am going to apply next year as well. Would like to form a group for information exchange.

[Glidestar64]

Hey guys,

Has any international chaps been contacted for the TT program the past few days?

Cheers

[Natca]

Yes I was invited to the tt final interview directly.

[Stage2finding]

hey if anyone got stage 2 invitation at 12/1. please PM me. we got 4 people now.

[fe_fkf]

Got invited for 1b in mid Jan...If i have zero flying hour, anyone know if the interview will be conducted by HR only or HR + pilot?

Thanks!

[johnson717]

it should be still a hr + a pilot, but the technical questions won't be going too deep, normally within what you can find on the company website and jki ;) but note down anything you cannot answer during the interview, they will probably ask you again during your final

[Glidestar64]

Hello again chaps,

Just wondered wether the HKCAD form to fill in was only for international applicants? Also would anyone know how long does it take for processing by the CAD? I presume CX had to send it to the HKCAD for approval and then they would contact CX to say wether it's okay or not

Cheers!

[Wings23]

Hi all,

Has anybody that was requested to send documents before December 22nd received an invite for final interview yet?

Regards,

Wings

[Glidestar64]

Hey,

Nop, still nothing.

[Natca]

Yes... Took two months for me to hear

[Dario540]

Folks,

Is anyone invited to the TT final interview end of Jan?

I was invited directly to the final TT.

Does anyone have recent experience on the tech questions? interview days profile?etc. something useful

Appreciate

[Wings23]

I was referring to the people who had been requested to return documents on or before the 22nd december. Trying to get a timeframe as to how long each step of the process takes.

Best of luck to those that go to the interview.

[Natca]

I'm in your same boat, I would expect they combined stage one and two. Personally preparing for the worst but hey I feel like I have learned or re hashed a good a mouth of my old CFI type learning from years ago.

[trancheur]

so the guys call for interview are from hong kong?
i applied 2 years ago and still no answer.

[tobz92_ymen]

What sort of hours do guys have that are getting called up for Advanced Entry have?

[kycfi85]

What sort of hours do guys have that are getting called up for Advanced Entry have?

Not actively seeking employment from Cathay, at the moment, but i've had an application in for over a year. 1000TT and 350 of that is in multi engine aircraft... No call from them. I update the app periodically, as my my TT is always changing.

[Natca]

4000 total time for transition

[XFR8]

The Book - The 49ers the True Story - by John Warham (http://www.cathaypilotsunion.org/generaldocs/Book.htm)

[_B777_]

Hi,

Anyone having stage 2 on 13Jan? Please PM me, we have 3 people now. :>

[SOPS]

I really can't work it out. All these applicants that are not from Hong Kong, that are so keen to go to Cathay, how are they expecting to live?

[ccyad]

Hi guys,

Anyone will be attending stage 2 on 2 Feb? Please pm.

[Joystick jokey]

Hi guys,

I was just wondering if anyone has applied in the last two months for the AE course given their qualifications, and heard anything back?

I'm not really sure how the timelines tend to work with CX recruitment these days?

Cheers.

[pilotchute]

They have over 100 AE and TT guys that they have to get out of the hold file and re interview. It will be a while before any fresh AE guys get an interview. I assume seeing as there is now a sim check for AE applicants they will be a little more picky with who they take.

[chili peppered]

Anyone going for TT interview Jan 15?
PM me :ok:

[pilotchute]

Everyone,

The CX package isn't anywhere as good as it looks. If your a local then it's fine but if you plan on having kids/already have kids or want to live in a place bigger than the room you lived in at Uni then your looking in the wrong place.

Pollution is now ridiculous and school fees are astronomical. You can't buy a house as a foreigner within seven years unless you pay 25% foreigner tax. When I say house I mean flat/apartment of 500 sq feet so it's pretty small and will cost 600k USD before the extra tax.

Still interested?

[Erick22k]

So stage 2 on Jan 13th anyone?

[ExcaptainCX]

Pilotchute,
I'm in total agreement with you. To everyone applying for AE and TT HongKong can be a cheap place to live. However if you want to live in a 200 sq foot apartment (room share) enjoy your uneventful life even thou you will be out of the country most of the time. You can't live of McDonald's. And if you are married and have kids forget it. HongKong was different 20 years ago. Ps Cathay Pacific hires future captains and that's what you have to show them.

[nibbio86]

Hello fellows,
how much prior notice does CX give in regards to interviews for TT? i.e. if they contact me tomorrow do they expect me to be in HK in a week or a month or three months?
They have over 100 AE and TT guys that they have to get out of the hold file and re interview. It will be a while before any fresh AE guys get an interview. I assume seeing as there is now a sim check for AE applicants they will be a little more picky with who they take.
Is anyone invited to the TT final interview end of Jan?

I was invited directly to the final TT.
Anyone going for TT interview Jan 15?
PM me
Potentially there can be a bit of a conflict of information here.
Dario540 and chili peppered, can you clarify whether you were you in the holding pool or whether you applied recently? Thanks

[Natca]

It has ranged between 1-3 weeks prior notice.

[Chapfo]

Stage 1b interview is by whom?
I'm told it's 2 HR. And also HR+pilot.

If it's 2 HR, I want to tailor my answers so it's not too technical instead of 'uhhing' and 'umming' on the spot.

Thanks!

[Pilot852]

1b interview is conducted by two HR people. No pilot and no tech questions.

[justinlaw117]

Stage 1b interview is by whom?
I'm told it's 2 HR. And also HR+pilot.

If it's 2 HR, I want to tailor my answers so it's not too technical instead of 'uhhing' and 'umming' on the spot.

Thanks!

1b interview is conducted by two HR people. No pilot and no tech questions.

Two HR people in 1b and there definitely are tech questions. Nothing too complicated though, I was asked something like why the 777 doesn't have winglets.

[curiousflyer]

Excuse my ignorance but what are these short for? Do they refer to Cadet, AE or TT?

[Pilot852]

They refer to the interview stages for the cadet program. The whole process is:
Stage 1a
Stage 1b
Stage 2
Stage 3
Flight grading

I'm not sure if it is the same or not for AE or TT

[Flyingc]

Hi guys, anyone of you is going to have your stage 2 on the 5th of feb 2015?
Plz pm me.

cheers guys

[Chapfo]

There's a Stage 3? o.O
Or is that only the medical+english exam?

[Natca]

Its not a bond its a 875,000 hkd loan

[Pilot852]

Stage three is a medical, ICAO English test and uniform fitting.

[Joystick jokey]

Has anyone been invited for the first interview recently? If so when did you apply? :)

[Natca]

The above is correct for a ae or cadet pilot only.... Also they removed uniform fitting apparently.

[Pilot852]

Brian, the fact that you are here asking this ridiculous question indicates just how much you really want this. So do your folks a favour and don't waste their money.

[ccyad]

Anyone Stage 2 on 2 Feb? We have 5 now. Please PM.

[BlueEXO]

Hey guys, I've got an InitialA test coming up, and I'm abit confused, is this part of the 4 stages or is this before stage 1? And also, if I do pass this Initial AB, does it mean I will have to stay in Hong Kong for the other stages, and will there be lessons, like a school, we attend to or we just have to revise the stuff ourselves.
Thanks a lot

[leslietsang12]

Anyone have stage 2 on February 4?

[Natca]

They interview 6 people every day for AE

[andrewyan08]

Are the AE interviews being held in HK?

[V1rhot8]

Six a day, with how many interview dates per month? 5 days a week?

[fe_fkf]

They refer to the interview stages for the cadet program. The whole process is:
Stage 1a
Stage 1b
Stage 2
Stage 3
Flight grading

I'm not sure if it is the same or not for AE or TT

For the stage 2, do anyone know if the followings are still included or could anyone share some details on it?

Group exercise (definitely yes), Flight Planning assessment (definitely yes), Professional Profile (=CPP personality test in stage 1b?), Aptitude test, and interview

[Natca]

The ae process is what it always has been yes...

And no, they start ae interviews I think two or three times aweek and it seems 4 bunches of 5 tt guys a week

[BlueEXO]

Do anyone know what are the chances of getting invited Again if you fail one of the stages.

[Glidestar64]

Anybody has their final interview on 29/30th? (TT)?

PM me!

[johnson717]

anyone is having 1a tomorrow?

[Chapfo]

So if I wasnt a fit due to the results of the Personality test, they still wouldnt tell me the reason why I dont move on to Stage 2?

If my personality will never be a fit for CX, they'll still allow me to reapply every 12months, pay $2000 to fly to HK, spend a week there to do 1a+1b again, just to get declined to Stage 2 again?

[Aspira]

Well, did you receive an email telling you to reapply after 12 months?
I also got rejected after stage 1b; I'm not sure if there's anything wrong with my personality. But the way I thought the interivew would be was totally wrong . I pictured the whole interview 2/3 technical side and 1/3 company background and turns out that I was wrong. So right after I walked out the interview I knew I studied the wrong thing and could've done a lot better.

As for the personality test, it's about your personality, but honestly I think personality can be changed throughout your course of life and correspondingly to your life experience. So I'm guessing that they'll give you a chance to improve?

[BlueEXO]

Can you tell me what to expect on the interviews please. I expect it to be mostly about the company and about yourself. Thanks

[Natca]

You got a long way to go, do some more reading and research.

[Chapfo]

throughout your course of life
That's what I'm referring to...
It's like at least an extra few years of one's life to change that. And that's in addition to the time and financial commitment every single time one thinks they're ready for the Personality test.

Btw, when you talked to Stage2 people during your 1a, didnt they tell you 1b interview was mostly non-tech?

[Shark Walk]

Where do ab-initio cadets get the required 250 hours PIC time for their ATPLs down the road? Does Cathay have a PIC U/S program?

[Aspira]

People that I met during my 1A were mostly doing 1A so I didn't encounter anyone doing stage 2. I did have someone that told me there would be mostly non-tech, but he did it a year ago, and the letter that I received stated that it was a "Technical and personal interview". in stage 1b...
I was thinking that the schedule of the interview might've changed so I decided to study hard on technical stuff . Also I was browsing through this thread and barely saw people post stuff about 1b until recently there was a couple of them.

[Chapfo]

Speculations. They never say what was not up to standards.

I know I passed the Raven test as it wasnt that difficult so that leaves the Interview and CPP.

If I failed the Interview, fine, since I have almost no experience for interviews. They probably got a sub-par impression of me. That is something that I can improve on. Likewise for everyone else.

Personality takes a lot of conscious effort to change and even then, changing the sub-conscious can be near impossible. Attempting every 12months I guess is worthwhile if one lives in SEA area, but is quite prohibitive for others half-way around the world.

Letting the candidate know personality was not a fit would save them the time and effort from travelling to HK annually. Maybe a few year's time instead so personality can change.

[BlueEXO]

Anyone have stage 1a on 9th February.... Please PM if you do

[kieran.ng]

Hi anyone else going to have Stage 2 on 4th Feb? Please PM me :ok:

[Rncn]

Greetings everyone. I've been lurking this thread for a while and finally signed up.

I am currently at work but I can't stop thinking about the exam so I have to keep this short

Has anyone use the sample test from Latest Pilot Jobs provides the latest aviation vacancies around the world.-Latest Pilot Jobs-Latest Pilot Jobs (http://www.latestpilotjobs.com?)
I would really appreciate some feedback on how useful their questions are and when did you use them?

I think I am more worried about the aptitude test than the technical knowledge test. I did search about it on this thread but I want to hear some recent response on whether studying the JKI booklet would be suffice for passing the technical test (I have absolutely no flying knowledge with a degree in economic which I know is irrelevant)

Btw anyone scheduled for the 1A test on feb 9?

Again many thanks in advance!

[Rncn]

Greetings everyone. This is my first post on this forum. Pleased to meet you all

I am wondering if anyone has tried this site recently.

Cathay Pacific Pilot Interview and Assessment-Latest Pilot Jobs-Latest Pilot Jobs (http://www.latestpilotjobs.com/interviews/view/subject/Cathay+Pacific+Pilot+Interview+and+Assessment.html)

How useful is it. I read some of the sample technical question on the page. They seems much more in depth thAn the content on the JKI booklet.

Would you guys think the technical or compass part would be more difficult for me?

Sorry forgot to recap. I will be writing the initial A test and I have absolutely zero knowledge in aviation. I have a degree in economics (does not relate to aviation in anyway). I've always wanted to pursuit a career in aviation but did not seem feasible until recently.

Btw anyone writing the initial A on feb 9?

Many thanks in advance. I greatly appreciate your input.

[johnson717]

Just wondering people who had 1a recently, how long does it take to have the invitation for 1b? I know cx will let the fail candidates know rather quickly

[BlueEXO]

From the email i got for 1a, it says the date for 1b.

[mast000]

for those who are going to have 1a or 1b
i will rather suggest you to save the time and study more as you are actually doing everything yourself during these two stages....

its ok if you want to study together but from my experiences most ppl asking to meet up to prepare their 1a or 1b.....disappear right after the interviews....

their hr ppl interview way so many candidates than you can imagine and if you are just try to pass the test with throwing all the info into your brain right before the interview....you will probably receive the decline email as soon as you leave the cx building...

[Flyingc]

Anyone having stage 2 on the 5th of feb?

Plz pm

Cheers guys

[johnson717]

For international applicants, (contact address is out of hk) they will probably send you a rough schedule for the whole interview progress, but don't be too rely on that.
I just had my 1a last Thursday and just got the invitation for 1b in feb, so it took them sometime to arrange this time.

One thing I'm sure is, they let failed candidates know fairly quickly :p

[Rncn]

Hi Johnson, congrats on passing 1A.

Any pointers you can give since you are the most recent one who passed it.
Does the JKI fully cover the technical test?

Im more worried about the compass test which involves some math and psychics right? i am quite rusty on those, do they expect u to memorize any formula if so which ones?
Any question u rmb from the compass test?

And how long did it take them to inform u of the 1B in feb.

Sorry for all the questions and thx in advance.

[ibeargifts]

Hi people, I've been lurking on this site for quite a while now, I've PM 2 people already about the above topic of having my stage 2 on that date but still awaiting reply. Thanks guys. PM me if you have the same dates for stage 2.

[johnson717]

well mate, don't worry too much about the compass of cathay, I don't think there are too many people failing the compass. Math were easy, any necessary formula or unit conversion unit would be provided, just rmb the formula for ohm's law :P during the math section in compass, finish the first few questions a bit faster as those appear later in the sequence would be a bit more demanding but wouldnt be too difficult.

For JKI, the booklet itself should be able to get you a pass, if you have studied thoroughly. what i mean by thoroughly is to memorise any bits and bobs in the booklet. Global Meteorology is the topic which you want to dig a bit deeper than JKI. And if you are engineering major or have been preparing this interview for quite sometimes, you will find that quite a few pieces of information inside the booklet are actually contradictory to some of the textbooks out there, but those ambiguous theories won't be tested.

My advice is, read and memorise all of the content in JKI and study a bit for company background, then you should be through for 1a, and as soon as you have finished 1a, you should be preparing for 1b ;)

[Rncn]

Thanks for your input man.

Regarding the compass test you said the formulas are provided?
Any triggernometry stuff (the soa coh toa lol) in there?

You mentioned that some content on the JKi are contradictary from other content. I think I might have a problem Cuz I find the JKI kind of difficult to understand so I googled many of the topics myself. Will that throw me off completely?

Any recommendation on how to prep for the compass?

Good luck on 1b buddy

[Rncn]

Btw would I run into question like these in the initial a sample question there (sorry I can't attach image on my phone). They seem quite outta the scope of the JKI booklet.

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[BlueEXO]

I m an international applicant, and with the invitation email I got for 1a, it tells me the date I will be having for 1b if I passed 1a. My 1a is on 9th February and 1b on 16th February.

[fe_fkf]

They refer to the interview stages for the cadet program. The whole process is:
Stage 1a
Stage 1b
Stage 2
Stage 3
Flight grading

I'm not sure if it is the same or not for AE or TT

For the stage 2, do anyone know if the followings are still included or could anyone share some details on it?

Group exercise (definitely yes), Flight Planning assessment (definitely yes), Professional Profile (=CPP personality test in stage 1b?), Aptitude test, and interview

Sorry for asking again but anyone who have recently completed the stage 2 can help clarify if the below parts are still included? or they have changed the assessments contents already?

-Professional Profile , Aptitude test (apt test again?) , and interview (hr + pilot in stage 2?)

Many thanks!

[Chapfo]

When I did 1a. Everyone in my 'group' already had their 1b tentatively scheduled 2 days later because we were living outside HK.
Ones who are living in HK arent constraint so 1b would not be scheduled when they invite you for 1a.

Like mast000 said, there's really no point getting together for 1a/1b unless you really need the moral support. It's pretty much just studying for a test (JKI/Knowledge test).

There are sites that list what the COMPASS test has. It's really testing high school knowledge (math and sci) and the innate skills required for flying (multi tasking/hand-eye coord/short term memory/instrument readings/etc).
If you're a decent gamer and competent in math/sci, I'd focus more on aviation knowledge instead....or the 1b interview.

[Chapfo]

Rncn

You list yourself as in Canada. Get a book called "From the ground up". It's what's used for training in Canada. It's like 30-60CAD. It'll be a good extension of the JKI if you think the JKI alone is insufficient. Dont get the workbook by accident though.

The questions on the site you linked seems more for the Stage2 interview for licenced pilots.

[Rncn]

Chapfo. Thanks for your input man. Regarding the book too bad I alrdy moved back to HK. I've been googling and youtubing many of the concepts instead of reading it straight from the book.

Thank god I have Ur concurrence on those questions. They seemed quite out of the scope of 1a to be as well.

And you all mentioned 1b coming so quick after 1a (especially for the guys who are not living in HK. They give u a date alrdy ). There really isn't much time to prep for 1b. Does any of u know approx how long it takes them to inform the candidates who live in HK on 1b? Providing that u pass 1a of course

[johnson717]

It'll be very soon, probably in around 2,3 days, mine take 2 working days. It's usually scheduled 3 weeks after the invitation.

[answerway]

Anyone is going for flight grading from 21.2 to 1.3? or 28.2-8.3?

[ricepicker]

Hey, guys.
Just turned 18 a few days ago and applied for the cadetship, do you know if I still have a chance of getting into this years or wait til next?
Cheers

[TyRod]

at that time, anybody has an idea of how long it takes to become a F/O if you join the TT program?
3 years?

Thanks

R

[justinlaw117]

at that time, anybody has an idea of how long it takes to become a F/O if you join the TT program?
3 years?

Thanks

R

Same as all SOs going through the AE and Ab-Initio system - 3 to 4 years

[Wings23]

We were told during the final that its taking +-2 Years and 4 months for new joiners to upgrade to JFO.

[michaeltga]

WOW , that fast for real ?

[justinlaw117]

Now that I think about it, I could see that happening. Seems like CX is really short on pilots.

[seymoreskye]

Anyone around for 1a & b at the end of feb? Going for AE if anyone has been for the interview please let me know

S

[legoswag]

Anyone received an invite yet for transition training?

[cx238]

Hello guys,

May I ask is there a physics test in COMPASS test, or just pure maths?

Thanks~

[_B777_]

Hi all,

Anyone will go Parafield for flight grading during 7-15 March?
Please PM me :)


Cheers!

[Arch113]

Hey guys,

I was wondering what are my chances to be considered as a cadet for Cathay Pacific despite lacking a HK Permanent ID card. :confused:

Before you all think me mad, let me explain!

I am on my final year of high school in Australia and will be 18 next year. I am currently attempting to acquire a Dependent Visa / Entry Permit for HK as my parents are both from Hong Kong. This will allow me to "work, study, establish or join in any business or to take up residence in the HKSAR." This was taken from the HK gov website.

Of course being raised in Australia had it's benefits as I am fluent with my English. As well as this, I am also fluent in Cantonese and Mandarin as I have graduated from an extra-curricular Chinese School last year.

Furthermore, I also have 30 minutes of flight experience as I have taken a Trial introductory Flight (TiF)... although I am not sure how much this will help!

I have already sent an enquiry email to Cathay Pacific's recruitment address earlier today, but I was simply wondering if by any rare chance someone had already experienced this on this forum and is willing to give some advice.

Apologies for the long post! :p

[Natca]

Don't think so as the hk govt, it's very strong on that hkid.

[Arch113]

Well.... If this doesn't work out, I can just live in Hong Kong for 7 years until I get a HK permanent ID card and apply then.

Not seeing how I can muster all that patience though! :ugh:

Another way might be to enrol for the Aviation course at a certain university here in Australia. On their website they mention that they have a partnership with Cathay Pacific and that several top students may be provided a visa and sent off as a cadet.

[cx238]

Hi guys,

It looks like the format of functional reach test has changed quite a lot since a few years back, from min of 160cm, to measure of leg length (>100cm), to min consideration of 157.5cm nowadays (<163cm subject to functional reach test).
Has anyone one been through this test recently? If so, may you share whether this is done by sitting in cockpit or leg and arm length measurement at medical check?

Many thanks!

[Cpt. Underpants]

"Another way might be to enrol for the Aviation course at a certain university here in Australia. On their website they mention that they have a partnership with Cathay Pacific and that several top students may be provided a visa and sent off as a cadet"

That is total bs. No "alliance" exists. They're spinning it bro.

[Arch113]

https://app.griffith.edu.au/news/2012/08/31/aviation-soars-with-cathay-pacific/

Here's some pretty interesting info on the partnership. Turns out it was for the AE course.
I also somewhat agree with you underpants that this may be complete bs - given how little students have ever made it through.

But I will not lose hope so easily! :ok:

[kycfi85]

Cx238,

Are you AE, and do you have an interview?

[flyboy022]

Hi Guys,

does anyone one here have/had an Initial Interview for Advanced Entry?

Is the compass test done in the first interview or is it just a 'Reasoning Test' as stated by Cathay.

Cheers

[Andrewlinz]

Arch113,

I am actually from Griffith University in Brisbane doing the Aviation degree and I'm coming into my second year. During the Australian summer break, I flew back to Hong Kong (as a Permanent HKID holder) to apply for CX.

I finished Stage 1B on 09 Jan and have been confirmed for Stage 2. I'm just waiting on a time slot now, which should be in March.

The partnership seems non-existent (from a student's standpoint), but there is a Ex-Cathay Senior Training Captain there who does some pretty neat things and he has some great preparation resources for CX. But that's about it, I don't see any actual workings going on. I agree with Cpt. Underpants, there's no "top students would may be provided a visa and sent off as a cadet", nothing such exists now at-least. It may just be a selling point.

The University has since changed their degree from a 4 year to a 3 year degree, I'm still in the 4 year one unfortunately. It consists of studying aviation subjects for 2 years before we take a "break" to complete our flight training at selected Australian flight training institutes, whereafter we would return to the University to complete our last year. However, they have a trend with crediting that last year to their students and graduating them if they are accepted into a cadetship program or have an equivalent of at-least 120 credit points (completed 12 degree-required subjects). That's what I am aiming for. I was both lucky enough to have a summer break to apply for Cathay, but I was unfortunate in the sense that I would graduate at the same time as someone who would be starting this year.

For future reference, those who wish to undertake Griffith's Bachelor of Aviation Program, it would be difficult to allow time to apply to Cathay since the process does take a while (6 months is the general consensus?) and it requires you to be in Hong Kong unless you are fortunate enough to fly multiple times back and from Brisbane on short notice. The refurbished program implements holiday study semesters, which students would need to study for and complete exams within the holidays. There would generally not be adequate time to study and prepare in-between interviews if one should apply for CX whilst in this program.

If you have any questions, feel free to PM me or make a post.

[fredtucker]

After you finish your cadet training, will you be selected on an aircraft randomly? Or do you have a choice, and does anyone know if Cathay allows pilots to transfer from A330 to 777?

[Arch113]

Andrewlinz,

Thank you for your advice man! That definitely made me think twice about all this.
Would love to get in touch for a bit more info!

[_B777_]

Hi all,

Anyone will go Parafield for flight grading during 7-15 March?
Please PM me


Cheers!:)

[fredtucker]

Does anyone know if their will be an increase of demand for SO or a decrease in the upcoming years? Also, once you finish training, do you choose the aircraft you fly on or is CX that decides? And can freighter be an option as well? Thanks

[vince001]

Anyone who are taking stage 2 on 2nd March?
We have got 2 in a group now, please PM me, and we can do some preparations and practice together in advance.

Thanks!

[CPA777]

They assign you a fleet once you graduate.

[aerohk]

Hey guys, I am a HK/US citizen, graduating from a university in the US on March and I would like to seek for some advises! I am quite determined to apply for the cadet program, however I have only done some ground school with no actual flight experience. (My parents already paid for my BS/MS degree and I don't want to burn any additional money from them to get myself a PPL.)

Since I am already here in the US, do you guys think that it is advisable to remain in the US, get a job and finance myself through a PPL, then apply for the CPP? I am already a little bit old (mid-24) so I am not sure if I should wait any further to apply. Does Cathay require candidates to stay in HK throughout the interviewing process? In the sense that, do I get like 2-3 weeks of advance notice before the interview such that I may arrange to take some days off from work and fly back to HK? I am not exactly sure if my plan will work. For those of you who are living aboard, what is your experience with Cathay's interviewing schedule?

Thanks, and good luck to all wannabes!

[MaverickPilot1]

Hello Everyone im new to this community here and was wondering if you could answer a question that was rattling through my head :)

I was looking at applying for CX Second Officer Cadetship and noticed you need to have a permanent hong kong id card. does CX disregard applicants without it? How could i obtain one? Is it possible for me to obtain one?

Male from Australia with Australian citizenship

Thanks :)

[Pilot852]

Cathay won't consider you for the cadet program unless you have a HK permanent ID. You need to live in Hong Kong for seven years before you can get a permanent ID, so your only options are to join either an AE or TT course.

[michaeltga]

Hey Andrew , I just PM you . Would you please kindly check your inbox ?
Thx a lot :ok:

[SMOC]

British Airways for those that are eligible.

http://www.britishairways.com/careers/futurepilot/futurepilot_home.shtml

Future Pilot - Reach higher
Reach higher
Choosing to become a pilot is a life-changing decision as well as a huge financial commitment. Here at British Airways we believe in investing in the future, and that is why we have developed a unique programme to offer anyone with the right skills, passion and potential the chance to realise their dream of becoming an airline pilot.

Our flagship Future Pilot Programme is a sponsored pilot training scheme that is designed to select and train aspiring pilots, who currently have little or no flying experience, irrespective of financial circumstances. We’re seeking only the most able candidates with the determination to rise to the challenges of our comprehensive programme.

Once you have successfully completed your training, you can look forward to continuing your journey with one of the world’s leading airlines and taking to the skies as a first officer with one of our London-based short haul fleets.

If you can see yourself expertly navigating one of our aircraft across the globe, delivering world-leading levels of safety, security, and customer service, then the Future Pilot Programme may be for you.

Please see below the role requirements and details of how to apply for the British Airways Future Pilot Programme 2015. The application window will open on Monday 23rd February and close on Sunday 8th March at 23:59.


Role Requirements

You will need:
·To be between the ages of 18 – 55 on 1st September 2015

· A valid passport (with minimum of 12 months before expiry date) allowing unrestricted worldwide travel
·The unrestricted right to live and work in the UK

·To have achieved 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above, including English Language, Mathematics and a Science (single or double award), excluding General Studies
·And either 3 A-Levels at Grades BBC or above, excluding General Studies and Critical thinking or an Honours Degree at 2:2 (or higher) or a pass (or above) in a higher degree such as MSc, MA, MPhil, DPhil, PhD, MBA
·To be able to obtain and hold a EASA Class 1 medical and meet British Airways medical criteria (assessed via BAHS Medical Assessment at Waterside)
·Height between 1.57m (5'2") and 1.91m (6'3") with weight in proportion to height (height is accurately determined during the assessment process). Candidates who are taller than 1.91m may submit an application but may be required to undergo a functionality check to confirm their ability to meet the requirements of the seating positions in the British Airways fleet of aircraft

The Individual

·You will be excited by the prospect of frequent travel, but will also be recognisant of the fact that British Airways operates flights globally, day and night, every day of the year
·You will be highly motivated towards a career as a pilot with British Airways
·You will be ready, willing and able to undergo an intensive, full-time series of training courses in order to train as a commercial pilot, all the while applying your own high personal standards and intellect to achieve results
·You will have sound hand-eye co-ordination skills, and skills in mechanical, mathematical and verbal reasoning
·You will be able to manage varying workload, solve complex problems, and make sound decisions under pressure
·You will exhibit the qualities of a strong team player, as well as the leadership qualities required of a future British Airways Captain

It goes without saying that you’ll be a natural communicator, with fluency in spoken and written English, and that you’ll relish the opportunity to deliver the very highest possible levels of safety and service for our customers.

Application Process

In order to apply for a place on the Future Pilot Programme you will need to apply using the online process. You will be asked a series of questions to determine your eligibility and suitability for the role, submit a CV, followed by an application question (cover letter).

1. As part of your application, we would like for you to submit a CV. Please ensure that your CV details (at least) the following (maximum 2 pages):
·Work experience to date
·Academic Achievements to date
·Any other relevant interests/qualifications/awards/flying experience/courses/ air show attendances etc. which you would like to highlight to us.

2. British Airways believes in investing in the future and that is why the Future Pilot Programme (FPP) has been developed to offer anyone with the right skills, passion and potential, the chance to realise their dream of becoming an airline pilot. As part of your application, please submit a cover letter in which you detail (maximum 600 words):
a) Why you want to be a pilot
b) What you have done so far to make this dream a reality (Note: If you have applied for FPP previously, we are interested to also know what you have done to realise this goal since your last application).
c) Why you want to join British Airways

You will need to have reached a decision on your choice of Flight Training Organisation and considered your finance options before starting your application.

The application window will open on Monday 23rd February and close on Sunday 8th March 2015 at 23:59. We reserve the right to close the application window before the published date.

Dates of when the assessments will be held are detailed on ‘The Programme’ page. If you are successful, and invited to an assessment center, we hope you will be available to attend.

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[dowwai]

Hey guys,

anyone will have flight grading on 28 Feb - 8 Mar?

PM me if you do~:)

[mwrin]

I have applied for CX AE about two months ago but still receive no response. Anyone experience the same thing as me? :)

[rodrigues]

Hi Guys,

Received an e-mail from Flight Crew Recruitment yesterday asking me to complete an attached Hong Kong CAD form 'Declaration of Flying Experience for Grant of a HK CPL. Has anyone else received this? If so, what was the next step.

Thanks in advance, wishing everyone all the best.

[wantobe]

Hey there Rodrigues,

I also received the same letter as you couple of days ago.
Also wondering if anyone else got this before interviews? and if it actually means anything?

Good day.

[pilotchute]

It means you fill it out and send it back. If you meet the min requirements of aeronautical experience you will probably get offered an interview.

[rodrigues]

I'm not overly confident as I'm a couple hours short on night and don't yet an have Instrument Rating (which I didn't think was a pre-requisite for the AE course). I previously sat Stage 1 a couple of years back.

Are all interviews done in HK, or will the initial still be in your home country? If HK, do they cover the cost of getting over there? All ambitious questions.

One thing that I can't seem to find in here (Current info, anyway), is the outline of the new package, renumeration etc. I've just read the usual slandering of it, but no actual figures of salary etc. Does anyone have this?

Thanks pilotchute for getting back to me/us.

[leslietsang12]

Anybody doing flight grading March 7-15?

[invitED]

Hi,

SO Pacjkage is
Monthly in HKD
1st year : salary : 36225 HKD
Hourly duty pay blocked to 84h : 3622HKD
HK pilot allowance : 10000HKD

TOTAL : 49847HKD/month

Also get health insurance, flight benefits....

Anyone could tell me if its easy to commute from nearby cheaper country (vietnam, thailand...) to work as SO ??

[wantobe]

Would I be correct to assume you get taxed 15% on the above figure of $49,847?

thanks

[rodrigues]

invitED,

Are you sure this is correct? That rate seems a bit too high for a first year SO considering the negativity surrounding the remuneration package offered. Can anybody else shed any light?

[wantobe]

You only think its high until you find out the cost of rent etc.

[cx238]

Hey guys,

I have passed my stage 1 cadet pilot interview recently. My date and detail of following assessments are not confirmed, and the e-mail stated it will be final assessments next. I am overseas candidate.

My question is, when they say my next round is final assessments, does this means stage 2 and 3 are combined together? Or do I have to come back HK two more times.

Thanks!

[aerohk]

Hey CX238,

Earlier posts suggest that CX would combine stage 2 and 3 together as a two days event for non-HK residents, such that you don't need to travel back and forth twice.

p.s. Did you have your first stage interview in the UK or in HK?

Good luck!

[cx238]

Aerohk,

Thanks for your info. I applied uk as first perference, but 1st stage was at hk. I dont think they run interviews outside hk nowadays.

[_B777_]

Hi all,

Anyone is going flight grading during 7-15 March?
We have got 2 people at the moment.
Pls PM me if u do.

:)

[homanjay]

Hello, anyone's having Stage 2 on 4 Mar, please pm me and let's fight together~! :ok:

[fe_fkf]

Hello, anyone's having Stage 2 on 4 Mar, please pm me and let's fight together~! :ok:
Hi homanjay how long have you waited for them to schedule your stage 2? I passed the 1b but have been waiting for the confirmed date for a month already

[cx238]

Hi fe_fkf (http://www.pprune.org/members/417014-fe_fkf), when did you complete stage 1b? I am waiting for stage 2 date confirmation, too.

[jasonchan]

Is it good that i work in cathay as a management trainee to get some experience in aviation industry, then apply for the cadet pilot?
Will it help ??

[cx1990]

Hi guys,
quick question to the guys who's attending the interview, first of all, all the best to everyone,
secondly did you apply last year December or were you guys in the holding pool from year before and did you guys apply for AE or TT?

Would really appreciate if anyone could help me.

many thanks in advance :)

[FutureFO]

Hey Guys,

Just wondering if anyone is able to give advice on current books to read/prepare for the interview process.

I've discovered the following (from research) are helpful. 'Ace the Technical Pilot Interview', 'Preparing for your Cathay Pacific Interview', 'Handling the big jets'.

Does anyone know where you can get a copy of the 12th edition for "Preparing for your Cathay Pacific Interview". I've done the Google search and either sold out or not available.

If someone has one and willing to sell it on I'd consider that.

[CX163]

If you're already in the MT position, you'd better make up a convincing reason to show the HRs you are NOT going to change your mind again.

If you're still in the application phrase of MT, then good luck! its more difficult than CPP

[MTBUR]

In regards to the Griffith relationship I think it should be pointed out there is still a selection process to be undertaken after this - same goes for any "partner program" for any airline. A common assumption when starting a university backed flight training program is because of all the airline tails on the pamphlet saying where the graduates are, and guest speakers from the airliners, is that students will immediately be accepted. I also know some you have chucked more than a few Wobblies at airlines for not taking them or thinking they are special for doing the degree.

Final point will be that if you start a 4 year degree expect the industry to change within those 4 years. If the time is wrong when you finish, remember a broken watch is correct twice a day and the person who finished 6 months prior to you may be employed whilst you didn't.

Cathay is a good operator, work hard for it, don't develop expectations because you could afford a university degree, and please if you are going to have a cheeky whinge on here about how they haven't contacted you try and not have a username which includes your actual name (I see a lot of them on this thread!) - this thread pops up on any search about the cathay programs and HR of course look here!

Good luck to all candidates, la!

[kadexabilligram]

Hey guys, I have my 1a interview tomorrow at Cathay City,

I've been reading the Aviation knowledge booklet over and over. I played with an app called skytest to brush me up for the compass test....


Is there anything else I need to do to be ready?:uhoh: I know it's a bit late to ask

[whitedome]

Anyone who is having stage2 on March 23rd please contact me!

[Thunderbird4]

Is there anything else I need to do to be ready

Learn this trick (http://www.artofmanliness.com/2009/11/19/how-to-make-a-bed-you-can-bounce-a-quarter-off-of/)

[R.C]

Hi, is there anyone going to have stage2 on 25Mar?
Please contact me.:ok:

[AviatorPac]

Hi all, long time reader and first time poster.

I have been invited to HK to interview for the AE SO scheme.


I am studying up at the moment and part of that study is looking into Hong Kong as a place to live. While it seems nice, it is obvious that money is important!

Does anyone have an accurate figure of what you might expect to earn as an SO? Some figures include housing allowance, some don't etc etc.

Any clarification is greatly appreciated!

[wantobe]

SO Pacjkage is
Monthly in HKD
1st year : salary : 36225 HKD
Hourly duty pay blocked to 84h : 3622HKD
HK pilot allowance : 10000HKD

TOTAL : 49847HKD/month

[hornacek]

I submitted the application last week and got replied today. The initial A will be on 31/3. Anyone here also? Can PM me to chat

[cx1990]

Hi,
did you apply via AE or TT?

[rhino88]

Question for those who have completed 1A ..

There was a question that asked you to look at the ISA/altitude chart and the question asked you what the altitude was and said give your answer in thousands (e.g. 42) - what I want to know is did you answer '42' or '42000'?

Answers hugely appreciated !

[Chapfo]

There was a question that asked you to look at the ISA/altitude chart and the question asked you what the altitude was and said give your answer in thousands (e.g. 42) - what I want to know is did you answer '42' or '42000'?

Your question pretty much answers your question...

[AviatorPac]

For those that have done the 1A assesment, how did you find the level of diffuclty for the technical questionare and the compass test?

I am using Skytest at the moment but I am unsure of what to anticipate for the actual interview as Skytest has a HUGE range of difficulty in terms of maths questions. It even asks physics and chemistry questions :ooh:

[onetwo34]

Anyone here having Stage 2 on March 25? Would like to meet up with you before the interview. PM me please. Thanks!

[CPA777]

Its 42, answer to everything.

[cotocapt]

Good afternoon
Has any body received an email containing the HKCAD Prerequisites Forms and the Medical-in-Confidence Form.
I submitted a week ago and I am still waiting for an answer. Does anybody know how long usually takes to get any answer?

[wantobe]

same as you. No reply yet.

[Reveal1]

Anyone knows what is the foreighers age limit to apply as AE SO?
Any one been called or agather to get in, in the late 30's?

[Captain Kong]

Anyone going to flight grading on the 11th of April?
Please let me know

[flapsupdown]

No official age limit.

I personally know of a few who started in their mid- to late 30s

[lucky86]

Is the JKI booklet still being issued by CX for pre-interview prep?

The old one dated February 2000?

Thanks.

[michaeltga]

yes, and they are still using the 2000's one

[Reveal1]

flapsupdown
Thank you very much for your reply.

[johnson717]

I was just wondering if anyone has finished 1b last week and still waiting for the result? as the saying goes, "no news is good news", hope those of us who are still waiting, have passed 1b and allocated into the same group interview ;)

[ollieb123]

Hi guys,

Currently studying for my initial stage of the application process and am looking into apps/software to help me prepare properly. Have noticed that there are several different ones out there and was wondering if anyone has any experience or knowledge as to which is the best?

[johnson717]

to be honest, I don't think you need any sort of practice software for cx initial tests, they are not too difficult at all.

Some of my friends did skytest, and they have got passed it.

In my opinion, you better start studying the company background, flight school background and some technical knowledge (level is directly proportional to your aviation background) in advance

[boxerpilot]

For those who have read posts from 2-3 years ago. Several highlighted time to JFO and commands would increase and would take possibly 15 years. 2.5 years later. JFO courses on the airbus is now 3 years. Command courses are increasing and with the increasing airframe deliveries as well as 65 year old retirements (rumour has it that it can go to 67 at some point)
By economies of scale and time and place, those who did join then got on the right wave.

[Beech58]

Does anyone have any digital copies of any cpl or atpl theory books so I could study for the initial interview in Perth on the 30th march? got called yesterday so not much notice :bored:
Also anyone who has done the initial whats involved in the abstract reasoning test?
thanks

[wantobe]

Hi Beech58, thats great news mate. May I ask when you applied ? bit of a shame they sprung it up on you. Thats why I have already started preparing in the hope I may get an interview soon.

As for the reasoning test, I believe its based on the Ravens advanced matrices. If you google this you'll get an idea of what its about.

Cheers and good luck! keep us posted!

[Beech58]

Thanks for that,

Applied in December, Just need a refresher basically did my cpl test 4 years ago! And maths lol finished school 12 years ago...

good luck :-)

[cx238]

If you do need practice for 1a COMPASS or 1b reasoning test, latestpilot.com is all you need.

[Beech58]

Maths test or not?

I am going through the advanced entry channels and the email I received says I will be doing the abstract reasoning test, general interview and technical multiple choice. No mention of maths test, Im hoping I dont have to do one as I am at 1900 hours?

Thanks :-)

[johnson717]

is there anyone having final interview (2group exercises+tech in) on 21st April?

[ground to air]

Just wondering if anyone can pass on some recommendations for hiring out a Sim for the Assessment in HKG?
Also anyone who has recently been through the interview process in HKG, any feedback, suggestions would be highly appreciated. Thanks in advance.

[aka the aviator]

Johnson I will also be there for a final interview.
Are you sure that 2group exercises+tech in is all on that day besides the SIM?

[Vpilot53]

Hi Guys
anyone going to HK for TT Interview 14th-15th May. Anyone who has been I would appreciate any information you could pass on.
Cheers

[AviatorPac]

Has anyone done the 1a/1b AA test recently?

I am studying the maths/physics questions on latest pilots but I am not sure how much to study in terms of question difficulty.

I have heard from some that the questions are similar to easy mode on latest pilots. Any input would be appreciated!

[johnson717]

still looking for ppl who is going to have cadet interview stage 2 on 21st April, please inbox me if you are assigned to this slot

[Vpilot53]

Has anyone recently been to a Transition Program interview. And could tell me what is involved?

Cheers

[oldie88]

Hi everyone,

I have lurked here since my application to Cathay in August 2013 and have only just been called for interview / stage 1A / 1B. To be honest I forgot about my application and filed it under the "what could have been" folder in my mind.

However, recent existing job etc has caused me to re-evaluate some of my choices and as it happens, CX recruitment call has come at quite an opportune time.

I am in HK now studying and generally swotting up what I can practically do in between now and the interview.

Any last minute tips just to settle my nerves?

Kind regards everyone.

Oldie

[DrakeSkyle]

I have lurked here since my application to Cathay in August 2013 and have only just been called for interview / stage 1A

You sure that isn't just an April Fool's joke? :}

[wantobe]

Thats good news oldie. Where is your interview if you don't mind me asking

[oldie88]

yeah yeah.. I did think of that!

[oldie88]

Interview is in the standard Cathay City offices location...

[marksein]

Please PM me if you are attending stage 2 in the end of Apr 2015...we are waiting for you.:ok:

[homanjay]

we are looking for FG batchmates, please PM :ok:

[puik]

Hi there, I have been invited for a final interview in HKG for TT on 11-12 may. Please PM if you are in this group, to possible share info and knowledge. Good luck to all reading these posts, I am taking the Mrs and we'll see what happens:):rolleyes:

[yuedison]

Hello, anyone here have 1a on Apr9?

[ming0630]

Mates going to be graded during the captioned period, plz PM me for a cup of coffee or something:ok:

[rodrigues]

Received an e-mail with the CAD Declaration of flying experience just under 7 weeks ago (Advanced Entry). Having returned the completed form the next day, I'm yet to hear back. Is all hope lost for a Stage 1 interview?

[wantobe]

I'm also in the same boat as rodrigues, although I'm in New Zealand. Anybody else from nz received an initial interview yet?

[bardak_91]

I'm currently preparing for the tests. But I haven't recieved any calls yet. Add me in skype: "bardak_91" I guess We both have some ingormation to share.:rolleyes:

[kalienator]

Any one from Canada got a call for 1st round yet!

[Nutta777]

If you are a non HKID holder and only applied for the AE in the last week do you think they will consider you or is the backlog too big?

[andrewyan08]

Not yet... Did you get a call?