Australian pilots can work for US regionals.
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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.
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.
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.
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".
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.
Last edited by Abroad145; 31st Dec 2021 at 16:20.
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.
or something similar.
Perspective, or the lack of it, is a slippery slope for the industry.
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.
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.
Just a warning.
Last edited by vee1-rotate; 1st Jan 2022 at 18:42.
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.
Last edited by umop apisdn; 1st Jan 2022 at 18:46.
