Aer Lingus Cadetship 2016

[UAQZEN]

Evening all,

Anyone attending Shamrock House on the 9th October?

Im heading down on the 9th, I guess I'll see you there

[Glida]

I am going on the 9th! :)

[coffeegeek]

I will be there on the 9th too, until then!:)

[EZY_FR]

Regarding the paperwork, do we need to take copies or the original versions of the academic transcripts?

[GTTDI GOD]

Regarding the paperwork, do we need to take copies or the original versions of the academic transcripts?

Copies, they keep them.

[coffeegeek]

Regarding the paperwork, do we need to take copies or the original versions of the academic transcripts?

Copies will suffice for the first assessment, originals will be needed during the next phases.

[LIFFY4E]

Bring copies of all results etc. You will need to bring your passport with you, they take it off you in reception when you first arrive.

[EZY_FR]

Thanks mate. How did the assessment go? Don't go into detail to avoid giving anyone an unfair advantage.

[Navy Navy]

Hope you're all satisfied with your performance in the assessment so far guys :ok:

A question for anyone whom has already attended; Have we seen many women at the assessments so far? Has it been a pretty even ratio so far do you think?

I've just noticed that in recent years there has always been an awful lot more men than women

[Dave the pilot]

@ Navy Navy

Why are you surprised? More men than women want to become pilots. Simple as that. I hope you're not suggesting they discriminate against men to balance the gender scales.

[SomaliPilot]

Whoever got through the assessment please do contact me for a reward. Once the candidates are selected not now.

[Navy Navy]

Not surprised, just curious as to see if many women have applied that's all

[EZY_FR]

Good luck to all those doing their assessments this week! I've personally got mine tomorrow and I can't really help the nerves! :/ I know we can all do it!

[kirungi1]

EZY_FR, good luck with your assessment. It's important to believe that you can do it. Have faith! :ok:

[EZY_FR]

Thanks. Without giving anything away, I am feeling 50:50 about how I did today. I can also confirm that the scheme will grant you an ATPL license, not the MPL as they originally intended.

[Glida]

so how did it go for you then Ezy?

[EZY_FR]

Without giving anything away, I feel OK with all the tests bar one. I , like everyone else here, am desperate to find out how I've done.

[EZY_FR]

For those that have sat the assessment so far, were you guys told what the situation was regarding thresholds for each test? I was told at my assessment day that they look at the big picture, rather than just simply rejecting you because you failed one of the tests. I sincerely hope this is the case as I don't feel comfortable with my efforts in the Numerical Reasoning paper :(.

[LM1996]

Hi Ezy_fr, I was under the same impression from my assessment day. I felt the same way about the interview but I was reassured that they would look at the overall picture in their decisions

[LostInFlight88]

I didnt feel confident about my interview... :( I don't think I've ever used the word 'um' so much in a short space of time.

For all us aspiring pilots, remember that what ever the outcome is (good or bad); this is a huge learning curve. You may not even realise it. Gaining experience in these assessments will help you dramatically in getting a little bit closer to your dream, and if you really really want it; you WILL find a way to get there in the end. For some it will take longer than others but it is possible. Never get disheartened with the knock-backs. Good luck to everyone.

[Speed_Alive_V1]

Ezy_Fr what do you think happened? Not just post exam anxiety no?

All done and dusted now, assessments have now concluded - how did everyone get on?

[EZY_FR]

I think I've flunked the numerical reasoning paper, which is annoying as I feel really confident about my performance in the other tests (okay, maybe not the interview, but that's hard to tell a lot of the time).

[FlyVeryHigh-]

I think I've flunked the numerical reasoning paper, which is annoying as I feel really confident about my performance in the other tests (okay, maybe not the interview, but that's hard to tell a lot of the time).

The same as FR. Tests were difficult I thought (Maths + physics and numerical). Interview also. Although most of us on my day had regrets about the interview. 16 per day times 10 days, 160 through to this stage. Interviewers were great though! Groupwork, well you never know.

Hoping next week will be the week. Fingers crossed. Everyone on my day were sound! Good luck everyone!

[Cessnaflyer87]

Whilst at the assessments, the one thing i did notice was that no one seemed to know the excact details surrounding the sponsorship? Did anyone find any information regarding this?

[Speed_Alive_V1]

100% EI funded with a small allowance while in Jerez

[Cessnaflyer87]

Thanks, but do you know Terms and conditions of employment? tenure of mandated contract? Remuneration etc?

Thanks,

[Speed_Alive_V1]

I doubt we would get those kinds of specifics until training bonds were being prepared to be signed.

[EZY_FR]

To anyone who went through the process last year, how long did you have to wait before you heard the outcome of your assessment?

[Speed_Alive_V1]

I had a look back through emails there - the final days of assessments last year was Friday 24th Oct

We received an invitation email then on the following Friday evening the 31st, so it was one week last year.

But who knows!

[Speed_Alive_V1]

Email invitations to next round currently being sent....

Best of luck!

[FlyVeryHigh-]

Email invitations to next round currently being sent....

Best of luck!

Grim. That's me a nervous wreck for the rest of the day and it's not even 1030! Haha

[EZY_FR]

When did you receive your response?

[LostInFlight88]

Is this inside info or have you been invited back? If so, when are you going back to Dublin for round 2?

[Speed_Alive_V1]

Received an invitation this morning.

I'm sure there will be more coming throughout the day as they process them.

[LostInFlight88]

Can I ask when you will be going back? a week or two weeks? or sooner?

[Cessnaflyer87]

Guys,

Just received my invitation. As it came from Aer Lingus themselves, my gmail assumed it was a sales pitch and dropped it in to the junk mail so I would recommend you check there if you are still waiting.

[LostInFlight88]

has anyone else had an invitation? or a rejection?

[EZY_FR]

I'm expecting to receive a PFO email now... I wasn't happy with the performance of one of my tests.

[LostInFlight88]

those of you who have had an invitation - how did you really feel about your performance on the day?

[UAQ805]

Yeah got an invitation

[LostInFlight88]

what time did you get yours UAQ805?

[LostInFlight88]

ANYONE STILL WAITING TO HEAR?

[EZY_FR]

I'm still waiting on a result.

[EI-mech]

Got an invite early this morning. I'm a Gmail user and it went into my promotions folder. Check your inbox thoroughly.

[LostInFlight88]

WHAT TIME DID YOU HEAR EI-MECH?

[LostInFlight88]

Still nothing.... this is not good :( . Well done to you guys who have got through to the next stage :ok:

[LostInFlight88]

Have you heard anything EZY_FR? :sad:

[EI-mech]

WHAT TIME DID YOU HEAR EI-MECH?

It was about 9am

[EZY_FR]

Still nothing. There is no point fretting over it yet.

[LostInFlight88]

@EZY_FR - you think we still have a chance?

[Speed_Alive_V1]

Guys,

You are certainly still in the game until you get the email saying otherwise.

People can cancel, new slots can open up. I wouldn't worry just yet.

No news is not bad news :ok:

[EZY_FR]

As I said, there is no point worrying about it. If it's bad news, just take it on the chin and use the assessment as a learning experience.

[EZY_FR]

Just out of curiosity, what dates have you guys been assigned?

[Speed_Alive_V1]

We haven't yet - just an indication that it will be a date to be confirmed within 22nd - 30th October period back in Shamrock House.

[LostInFlight88]

Those of you have heard - when did you have your assessment? The first or the second week?

[daveandg]

Lostinflight88.......

Calm down chief! A cursory look through previous Aer Lingus threads suggests they like to take their time with selections and invites. I know guys that found out months after interviews when it had gone quiet that they had been called back to Dublin, and equally guys given the green light months after it had all gone quiet.

Id suggest a spot of patience......screaming at people in capitals wont help you feel better!

[LostInFlight88]

The use of capital letters was not intended to suggest I was screaming. I apologies to all if I appeared to be screaming in my posts - and yes I should be more patient. Any kind of information is appreciated on this forum. Apologies for any offence caused.

[FlyVeryHigh-]

Well done to those who have got emails, and fingers crossed for those who don't, I remember hearing AL were sending emails out after 1800 once.

Anyone got any ideas of numbers going through to the next stage?

[battiste]

Hi guys,

i applied for this position at the begining of october. Some of you did the same ? Had someone already been invited ?

thank you so much !

[Cessnaflyer87]

Has anyone found out when we will be given dates for the interview? Its cutting it fine for time off work!

[EZY_FR]

I personally think the reason why they haven't allocated you time slots yet is because they have yet to decide on how many they want to interview.

[Speed_Alive_V1]

I got a phone call late Friday evening asking to confirm a time slot for interview.

They will most likely ring anyone waiting to hear on Monday morning so keep your phone available.

Doesn't seem to be a psychometric assessment this year, did anyone hear otherwise?

[battiste]

I got a phone call late Friday evening asking to confirm a time slot for interview.

They will most likely ring anyone waiting to hear on Monday morning so keep your phone available.

Doesn't seem to be a psychometric assessment this year, did anyone hear otherwise?

Hello Sir,

Haven't you got an email before the phone call ? Or maybe something emse warning they were going to call you?

Thanks and have a nice evening 😊

[MarkSRFC]

Anyone else yet to hear anything back? Wondering if theyve sent out all the invitations to interview or if more are still to be sent out. Congrats to those who've heard so far.

[EZY_FR]

I'm still waiting for my outcome. Speed_Alive_V1, what makes you believe that there are no psychometric assessments this year?

[LostInFlight88]

I believe there will be a psychometric test.

[Speed_Alive_V1]

Did it say that in your email?

My email said nothing about it, and I asked on the call and they said no.

I'm curious are they using my last test as it isn't the kind of exam to change results.

[LostInFlight88]

They mentioned it in the assessment - I have not received an email.

[Cessnaflyer87]

Has anyone else received the email but no call?

[LIFFY4E]

Cessnaflyer87 - I've received the email but no call. Aer Lingus generally like to do their calling later on in the afternoon - well that's what I've found from experience so it will be soon enough I'd imagine.

[battiste]

Hi guys,

Do you know how long do they take to assess the applications?

Thanks and good luck for those who had been contacted ;-)

[LostInFlight88]

Still awaiting the 'yay' or 'nay' email. Anyone else not heard anything at all? Trying to stay optimistic...

[EZY_FR]

Nothing here, and if interviews are due to start on Thursday, then I seriously doubt we'll get good news this time. As gutting as it is to believe that, especially after putting all that work into the prep, I know I have benefited one way or another, and it will undoubtedly help me with future applications. The ones that have made the cut this time, you all deserve to be in this amazing position. Keep your head high through this final phase and hopefully you'll make it all the way. I'll join you all in the skies shortly afterwards ;) !

[pjcs]

Hi, I did the interview in dublin on the 8th, thought i got on 50:50, aced a few things and got on fairly crap in others, my first attempt at anything like this and have almost zero flying experience. Was amazed at the amount of people there who had done these interviews multiple times for different airlines and keep on trying. Heard nothing back yet and not holding out too much hope, would be an amazing opportunity to get though so best of luck to all who have progressed and you never know I might see you there!!

[nodeh586]

Nothing my end either.

[LostInFlight88]

Does anyone think they may be inviting people in batches? Past experience maybe? I think only around 4 people on this forum have confirmed that they have been invited back. Again, I am trying to be optimistic until the dreaded rejection comes through.

[Cessnaflyer87]

Hi Guys,

I was informed that this was purely an interview assesment and there would be no psychometric tests.... for those who were wondering.

[Crask93]

Hi guys

I too am waiting for a response, I think I've given up hope though. Like some have said maybe it's a staggered process, however a big question for me is of the people on here with invites, was anybody in week two?

Congratulations to those who have got through. I just want an answer. I'm sure many will agree its a horrible feeling waiting for news, particularly as it looks to be bad.

Cheers guys

[EZY_FR]

After speaking to someone from FTE, all those waiting to hear back will find out their result this week

[battiste]

After speaking to someone from FTE, all those waiting to hear back will find out their result this week

You mean if we don't get any reply this week, we won't be taken?!

[LostInFlight88]

EZY_FR - Did they give you any indication as to whether or not they will be inviting more people back?

[EZY_FR]

No they didn't.

[Colbarr]

I just received my "thanks, but no thanks" email. I was sort of expecting it though to be honest. It was my first time applying for it and I felt a bit out of my depth when I got to Shamrock House and saw how much better prepared everyone else there was. Ah well, I'll learn my lesson and spend the next year putting myself in a better position for when the competition comes back around!

Best of luck to everyone else who got through to the second interview!

[LostInFlight88]

Got my email - unsuccessful. Absolutely gutted. Congratulations to all that made it.

[EZY_FR]

Just received the PFO email. Sorta knew it was going to happen, but its still not nice to see. :( Best of luck to all those still in the game.

[LostInFlight88]

EZY_FR - Sorry to hear that mate. I can see you are keen to become a pilot. It is hard. I really wish they would give us feedback. How the heck are we supposed to do better next time when we don't really know where we need to improve? Don't lose hope. I know it's easier said than done but I am sure that many of the successful candidates have had several knock backs, and will go on to make fine pilots. I hope I can be one of those people one day. There will be other opportunities.

[LostInFlight88]

At least the agonising wait is over and we can move

[aviationfan123]

Does this mean we were not chosen by Aer Lingus for the final interview, but we passed FTE's assessment?

[LostInFlight88]

They won't give us any feedback unfortunately, so don't know.

[boquera]

gutted, just received my knock back. at least there was no suspense as they were kind enough to put it in the email header! well done to those who were successful (not at all jealous :{ ).

the frustrating part is the feedback part, there must be some typed up notes somewhere that could be provided. maybe to stop the almost inevitable disagreement emails if the comments are on a personality trait. (results on the tests should be easy)

for me i know i went badly wrong on the interview part and was generally under prepared after only being asked for an interview 3 days before it happened!

ah well, i suppose there is no harm in starting to prepare now for next year if it happens

anybody on here from the first session from the 29th sept?

ps i hope i never see a 3 men standing next to each other in whatever orientation holding a square and a circle ever again :)

[LostInFlight88]

I was on the 29th

[boquera]

out of interest, when they gave feedback, what parts did they give it on? did they have a similar set up to this assessment day so gave all parts (maths/physics/aptitude/interview)?

[boquera]

now i think that type of feedback would be very useful.

[LostInFlight88]

I never had feedback from BA - they said they couldn't give it, again due to number of applicants. I got to the second stage (the assessment day). Did you request directly from them?

[EZY_FR]

Good luck to all those sitting the interviews this week and next! Be proud of who you are!

[pjcs]

got the knock back aswell, best of luck to all who progressed. Back to the drawing board for me

[EZY_FR]

How is everyone finding their interviews so far? Wishing you guys all the best! If you'd like me to give you guys a mock interview, send me a PM. :)

[kirungi1]

EZY_FR; I'm sorry to learn of your recent set back. I know you will agree that experience has won. I also know of a few most recent BA FPPs who got knocked back by aer lingus and Virgin cadet schemes but are now in or about to start training. Turn the paper!

[Speed_Alive_V1]

Interviews have now finished up...

How did everyone get on? I've heard there was around 50-60 candidates invited for final interview

[battiste]

Interviews have now finished up...

How did everyone get on? I've heard there was around 50-60 candidates invited for final interview

Hi dude! I haven't even received an email about my application... Shall I drop it ?

Good day everybody

[Cessnaflyer87]

Hi dude! I haven't even received an email about my application... Shall I drop it ?

Good day everybody

I think the final assessment concluded on Friday, but check with FTE as they should be able to confirm this.

It's just a waiting game now....

[EZY_FR]

How did the interviews go guys? Did the Airline give you any indicators as to when they will give you the outcome?

[bmal]

Just got my pfo. I reached the final interview stage with AL at head office. Good luck to everyone else still in the game.

[boquera]

bmal

sorry to hear you didn't make it through. I didn't make it through the previous FTE round in Shamrock.

Out of curiosity, what was the final stage interview like? what type of questions they asked and what depth of answer they required? I ask because in the time in between the interview and hearing that i had failed to make it through i was trying to read up on a hell of a lot of areas i hadn't done too much on previously and possibly quite morbidly :) am interested on how i may have fared given the approach i was using and the limited time i had.

Cheers dude and good luck with any future applications

[FlyVeryHigh-]

So does anyone know of anyone to get through this or get to the end?

[MaverickPrime]

Anyone know if this scheme will open in 2017?

[EZY_FR]

According to FTE, the scheme will reopen late this year.

[MaverickPrime]

Fingers crossed then

[Cadet_2016]

Dear Cadets/Pilots/Instructors,

This year I would like to apply for the Aer Lingus cadet programme. As you may know, the application is to be done through the Aer Lingus official website (unless I have missed this link on the FTE Jerez).

My question is, are the entry requirements the same as British Airways, easyJet, etc. because I have not been able to find them? Or do I get that asked when I send my application once the programme re-opens?

Thanks for your time.

[EZY_FR]

It isn't clear cut how they compare to the FPP and the EZY MPL requirements, since they use Irish Leaving Certificates.

[Cadet_2016]

Good afternoon sir,

Thanks for your reply. I guess I will just have to assume that the cadet programme requires the equivalent of A levels and GCSEs as shown in the Qualification Equivalence Table (http://www.britishairways.com/careers/futurepilot/aboutYou.shtml) on the BA FPP website (assuming Aer Lingus require similar qualifications as British Airways).

Have a good day!

[momo95]

Aer Lingus requirements are very low and nothing in comparison to the EZY mpl and certainly nowhere near as high as BA's. For the maths they require a grade C at Irish leaving cert ordinary level, irish ordinary leaving cert maths isn't even considered as equivalent to GCSE level maths.

[Paxi_R6]

Majority of Cadets have Degree's, most of them are generally maths based subjects.
You won't get the Cadetship just on your leaving cert results. Need a lot of experience and generally being the right person :) Apply, apply yourself and don't ever give up!

[PPRuNeUser0207]

Hi all,

Good luck to everyone who has applied, can anyone recall the dates stated for the final interview round?

Thanks!

[momo95]

Resurrected the 2016 thread Jumpseat, sure you're not looking for the 2017?

[PPRuNeUser0207]

Awh, bit late for the 2016, time to jump to the 2017 thread!