Looking to become FO in China

[Lowhourguy]

Hello,

I am a Commercial Pilot w/ multi-engine and instrument ratings. I have over 500 TT and am looking to make a plan to apply for the high-paying a China airlines FO positions. My question is will the recruiters work with you to obtain the type ratings and will they work with you if you have less hours?

Also, anyone who is currently working for one of these airlines, please chime in and share your experience. I’ve heard the best situations and the worst so far! Thanks!

[rudestuff]

Not an expert, I've just read a lot of posts about this. I don't think China is a place for an ex pat to start a career, they tend to want captains with 6000h. If you want to end up in China, look to get an FO job at home, work your way up to Captain then apply when you've got a decent amount of command time. I've heard the medicals are hard and the terms and conditions brutal.

[Lowhourguy]

Not an expert, I've just read a lot of posts about this. I don't think China is a place for an ex pat to start a career, they tend to want captains with 6000h. If you want to end up in China, look to get an FO job at home, work your way up to Captain then apply when you've got a decent amount of command time. I've heard the medicals are hard and the terms and conditions brutal.

thanks for the info, do you have any examples or what you mean by brutal terms and conditions?

[Qwark]

Business is all about supply and demand. There is a ready supply of local FO’s, however a shortage of experienced local Captains.

I think you you to reconsider your career path.

[hamil]

My question is will the recruiters work with you to obtain the type ratings and will they work with you if you have less hours?



Honestly, about the agencies and job opportunities, if you meet their requirements you have a good chance of getting an invitation for possible interviews and/or assessments, otherwise don't expect any support to obtain a T/R or any kind of shortcuts.

BTW, a T/R without hours on type (500 to 1000 hrs, at least) is worthless, and also you must be current with a valid proficiency check and instrument rating.

Anyway, good luck and keep trying.

[BAe 146-100]

Sorry to dissapoint you but absolutely zero chance of being a FO in China, and even minus zero chances of them paying anything in regarding ratings.

[FlightDetent]

plan to apply for the high-paying a China airlines FO positions. Is there a link?

[flightleader]

Don’t do it!