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Old 23rd Nov 2017, 09:11
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Originally Posted by thelunchbox
They were on the dog and bone about 2 weeks ago for starts in Jan and Feb.
So more waitings on the holding pattern. Can you make a confirmation this was to make a start? I only made hour updates to show my progression up the ladder.
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Old 29th Nov 2017, 05:52
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Originally Posted by thelunchbox
They were on the dog and bone about 2 weeks ago for starts in Jan and Feb.
Was the call actually for start dates or just a general "what are you up to? still interested in being on hold" type phone call
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Old 29th Nov 2017, 21:04
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Originally Posted by Cragganmore
Was the call actually for start dates or just a general "what are you up to? still interested in being on hold" type phone call
No one has heard for next year. It was just an update call. Jan and feb courses still to come.
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Old 2nd Dec 2017, 11:30
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Originally Posted by Head in the Cloud
No one has heard for next year. It was just an update call. Jan and feb courses still to come.
Correction to the last. Jan course has been notified. Heard of a couple on there.
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Old 4th Dec 2017, 23:08
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Is there an option to commute as a qantaslink pilot?
I know alot of qantas pilots who are based in the eastern states but live in perth and commute for work.
Is there an option like that for qantaslink? also what is the rostering like?
Is it a strict minimum of working 5 days per week? or are the rosterings flexible in the sense that you can condense all your flying into a couple of days for the week?
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Old 4th Dec 2017, 23:44
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The odd person has and does but in reality no, it's not possible. Maybe if you went part time but otherwise expect to work five days a week.

If you wanted to be away from home for five days at a time and head back on days off then you obviously can but what sort of existence is that?
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Old 4th Dec 2017, 23:47
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The new guys that got the starting this week how is it their at QLink?

No calling from the QCC for me this week so i hold out for news in 2018 keeping the twin hour topping up.
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Old 3rd Jan 2018, 22:31
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Any one gotten any news from the QLink about this year's recruiting?

Everyone going to America instead of the waitings game! Yeah.
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Old 5th Jan 2018, 07:24
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Originally Posted by Hold_Filer
So more waitings on the holding pattern. Can you make a confirmation this was to make a start? I only made hour updates to show my progression up the ladder.
You do realise that the hold file isn't actually a queue..... If they like a later applicant more than you, they'll come in on top.
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Old 5th Jan 2018, 07:55
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You do realise that the hold file isn't actually a queue..... If they like a later applicant more than you, they'll come in on top.
They should rename it the Skywest Hold File. Go on it for 6 months with absolutely no communication from Qlink, apply to Skywest, and 4 weeks later move to America to start with Skywest.
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Old 5th Jan 2018, 23:22
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Mature age

Out of curiosity, has anybody heard about a mature age candidate being accepted as a trainee or DEFO. Aka older than 35-40.
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Old 21st Jan 2018, 07:26
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What’s the latest on recruiting for trainees?
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Old 23rd Jan 2018, 02:01
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Originally Posted by wishiwasupthere
They should rename it the Skywest Hold File. Go on it for 6 months with absolutely no communication from Qlink, apply to Skywest, and 4 weeks later move to America to start with Skywest.
And then realise after a few years that I should’ve waited because America isn’t the answer.
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Old 23rd Jan 2018, 02:37
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Originally Posted by longrass
What’s the latest on recruiting for trainees?
Recruitment is heading heavily in the direction of Level 2 Trainees. Level 1 will be superseded by the 'Future Pilot Program'

Suitable Direct Entry candidates are drying up. (in the hold pool at least)
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Old 24th Jan 2018, 04:07
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Latest update - calls for Feb start went out yesterday. MOSTLY/ALL DE's.

I suggest guys who are on hold for Traineeship 2 look into other avenues if you're not flying a twin/turbine.

Cathay Pacific have just opened up recruitment, AIR NZ are actively recruiting and SkyWest if you fancy a one way ticket to the US.
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Old 24th Jan 2018, 07:51
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Why do you reckon Skywest is a one way ticket to the USA? I would think multi turbine command would be a positive for a return to mainline at a later date...
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Old 26th Jan 2018, 04:01
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The way I see it. Pretty sure operators will take people with jet time in the US over say single engine turbine time. Hope its the other way around because I'm sticking in Aus!
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Old 26th Jan 2018, 04:03
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I’m getting close to thinking about applying for the traineeship. If there is anyone here who would be willing to chat with me about their experience in getting in/through and thoughts on it, I’d love for you to PM me. Thank you!
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Old 26th Jan 2018, 21:19
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Hey there my fellow @hold_filers. I finally got the calling for start at the QLink. My emotions are running hi for the starting. No more waitings in the holding pattern.
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Old 29th Jan 2018, 08:04
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Originally Posted by Hold_Filer
Hey there my fellow @hold_filers. I finally got the calling for start at the QLink. My emotions are running hi for the starting. No more waitings in the holding pattern.
Congrats!!!
What base and fleet did you get?
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