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Old 20th Dec 2021, 08:44
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Originally Posted by havick
This is honestly one of those things, you won’t know unless you try.

Visa’s are denied regularly for a lot of things such as criminal history (even if expunged), previously overstayed their ESTA, as just a few of many examples that could cause denial.

I wouldn’t read too much into the previous denials as applicants as of right now are still getting E3’s without a degree.
Ah, thanks.

If one has to due to the current global situation, end up applying for an E-3 initial at a consulate outside Australia, would it be right to assume that might attract more scrutiny as they are typically less familiar with the E-3 and procedure involved?
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Old 20th Dec 2021, 11:35
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Originally Posted by VH-RME
Ah, thanks.

If one has to due to the current global situation, end up applying for an E-3 initial at a consulate outside Australia, would it be right to assume that might attract more scrutiny as they are typically less familiar with the E-3 and procedure involved?
Most US consulate/embassy within 6 hours flying of the USA are generally very familiar with E3.
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Old 20th Dec 2021, 16:08
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Originally Posted by Bellthorpe
Standing in the queue at consulates, a few times, I have seen people denied an E-3 visa, to their face, for reasons such as this.
But were they pilots or someone applying for an E3 for a basket weaving job in the US?
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Old 21st Dec 2021, 10:11
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Originally Posted by Climb150
Most US consulate/embassy within 6 hours flying of the USA are generally very familiar with E3.
It's not within 6 hours, but I renewed my E-3 one time in Vienna, Austria. The officer had never processed an E-3 before, and told me so. I said that would not be a problem, I would walk her through it ...

When we had finished she said "you're Australian, but it says on the form that you live in France. Why have you come here for your visa ?"

I said "because you're the fastest".

She grinned and said "that's right, visa approved. You can pick it up this afternoon".
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Old 21st Dec 2021, 10:13
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Originally Posted by havick
But were they pilots or someone applying for an E3 for a basket weaving job in the US?
I understand what you're getting at, but E-3 visas are not granted for 'basket weaving' jobs in the US. They're given for professional, degree-required jobs.
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Old 24th Dec 2021, 05:33
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https://boards.greenhouse.io/breezea...obs/4875873003

More opportunities.
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Old 24th Dec 2021, 08:33
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I’m amazed NASA haven’t been actively recruiting Oztranauts yet…
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Old 24th Dec 2021, 08:37
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Breeze is looking for “Seriously Nice” Australian Pilots.

Ba ha ha…………..
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Old 24th Dec 2021, 10:04
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Originally Posted by big buddah
Breeze is looking for “Seriously Nice” Australian Pilots.

Ba ha ha…………..
Hmm, didn't see that one coming. But to an E3 applicant, I suppose it's no different than a regional. And Neeleman has an interesting track record.
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Old 31st Dec 2021, 02:08
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Citation Jobs

https://www.afap.org.au/pilot-jobs/p...irst%20Officer

Not a regional or cargo mob, but looks like a solid opportunity.
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Old 31st Dec 2021, 11:56
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I interviewed 5 months ago. Do your research on the company and maintenance division. Points to consider, no sick leave entitlement. If you get sick you will be using either your vacation slots or taking an unpaid leave of absence. There is no flow to Vista Jet or XO Jet. You will work hard for that money, up to 6 sectors per day. Can be worked up to midnight on the last day of your swing. Any commuting time back to Australia will be in your time off. From memory, the XL's are not fitted with an APU.

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Old 31st Dec 2021, 21:37
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Originally Posted by Abroad145
I interviewed 5 months ago. Do your research on the company and maintenance division. Points to consider, no sick leave entitlement. If you get sick you will be using either your vacation slots or taking an unpaid leave of absence. There is no flow to Vista Jet or XO Jet. You will work hard for that money, up to 6 sectors per day. Can be worked up to midnight on the last day of your swing. Any commuting time back to Australia will be in your time off. From memory, the XL's are not fitted with an APU.
And having looked at VistaJet pre covid even if you could flow into it, its not much to flow into. Better to find a regional that will take the E3 as it has better long term opportunities...
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Old 1st Jan 2022, 05:31
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Originally Posted by SITTINGBULL
Yes, I'm sure THIS will be the deal breaker for the prospective E3 pilot currently waiting in Maningrida for storms to pass so he can take a clapped out Chieftain, loaded up to MTOW with a bunch of smelly locals, back into Darwin for the thousandth time.
There is an old saying that goes something like; The grass may seem greener over the fence, alas be careful is not fed from the sewer…..

or something similar.

Perspective, or the lack of it, is a slippery slope for the industry.
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Old 1st Jan 2022, 12:38
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Originally Posted by SITTINGBULL
Yes, I'm sure THIS will be the deal breaker for the prospective E3 pilot currently waiting in Maningrida for storms to pass so he can take a clapped out Chieftain, loaded up to MTOW with a bunch of smelly locals, back into Darwin for the thousandth time.
The fact that you mentioned Maningrida and smelly locals in the same sentence is evidence that you were referring to first nations people. Please withdraw your comments and post an apology.
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Old 1st Jan 2022, 15:56
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From someone in the 91/135 industry over here (not in a flying capacity), I would look at any role with a fine tooth comb. They work the guys and gals here to the bone usually ... very long days, lots of quick turns, ungrateful clients, overnights in junky hotels etc. Also remember for the most part, you are the pilot, cabin crew (helping passengers use microwave or oven, pouring them drinks sometimes at their request, sorting out their catering), ground crew (loading bags), cleaning crew in between turns etc etc. It is certainly not as glamorous as some may think just because you are flying a private jet. The bigger the aircraft, the more stable the schedule, the longer the legs and the higher chance you'll have an FA on board to handle a lot of the menial tasks but still can be very hard work.

Just a warning.

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Old 1st Jan 2022, 17:55
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The US might have its problems but its a pretty awesome place to be a pilot. I think there are going to be more opportunites for good 91 / 135 jobs coming up soon. You can pretty much achieve anything you want, instead of having your whole career decided by aptitude tests, insurance and Austronauts who think they are god's gift to aviation.

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Old 1st Jan 2022, 20:30
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Originally Posted by Mr Proach
The fact that you mentioned Maningrida and smelly locals in the same sentence is evidence that you were referring to first nations people. Please withdraw your comments and post an apology.
Practicing your wokeness for a Qantas interview ? All the locals (of any colour) stink out there as is it is a stinking **** hole. Save your virtue signalling for Q and A.
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Old 1st Jan 2022, 21:00
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Originally Posted by Mr Proach
The fact that you mentioned Maningrida and smelly locals in the same sentence is evidence that you were referring to first nations people. Please withdraw your comments and post an apology.
Looks like they've restored internet connectivity in Newtown.
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Old 2nd Jan 2022, 02:32
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Originally Posted by JoeTripodi
Practicing your wokeness for a Qantas interview ?
I am not preparing for a Qantas interview. I have flown into Maningrida (many years ago).
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Old 7th Jan 2022, 16:27
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Originally Posted by big buddah
Breeze is looking for “Seriously Nice” Australian Pilots.
So, do any Aussies actually know any Aussies who've gone to Breeze ?
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