Jetconnect ZK aircraft to now be VH registered
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Can others shed some light on how this has been accepted by the Qantas mainline folks and their respective unions alike?
If you are asking about the VH being flown by JC, there is a large body of outright hostility. The guys who have been sitting in the RHS waiting for 6,8,10 & 12 years on the 737, not a widebody for their shot are incandescent with rage. Can you blame them? The noises from the union have been muted thus far, as I believe they have the thinest of details about how this is proposal is to work.
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For those in JC the way the company choses to disregard and have nothing to do with JC is no surprise. They operate QF oainted aircraft but are far removed from the brand its not funny. They are Jetconnecr aircraft, operating JC SOPs under a NZ AOC. Nothing says Qantas. They guys and gals would like to be included in QF one way or the other, with plenty of Australian's working within JC because QF were not recruiting at the time and wait to gain experience. Now we all know what the deal is with the start up of JC and it comes down to the $$, but what do the employees do about it. Its same with Network being set up, as well as Cobham as well as QFlink. All subsidiaries albeit in another country. (Just remember there at QF Cabin Crew based in London).
The JC folks would surely embrace anyone who would want to go to NZ to gain a command on the 737 but people choose not to. Why don't guys apply to JC and get the command time on LWOP mainline? There were a number of guys in LWOP there a number of years ago doing exactly that. It would be fantastic if QF embraced the guys and gals over there and brought them in under their wing as that would not only optimise their aircraft but also their crew.
The JC folks would surely embrace anyone who would want to go to NZ to gain a command on the 737 but people choose not to. Why don't guys apply to JC and get the command time on LWOP mainline? There were a number of guys in LWOP there a number of years ago doing exactly that. It would be fantastic if QF embraced the guys and gals over there and brought them in under their wing as that would not only optimise their aircraft but also their crew.
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They are Jetconnecr aircraft, operating JC SOPs under a NZ AOC. Nothing says Qantas.
Jetconnect CEO Paul Daff under cross examination stated:
(FWA) BOLTON Who pays the staff?
DAFF Qantas effectively
For those in JC the way the company choses to disregard and have nothing to do with JC is no surprise. They operate QF oainted aircraft but are far removed from the brand its not funny. They are Jetconnecr aircraft, operating JC SOPs under a NZ AOC. Nothing says Qantas. They guys and gals would like to be included in QF one way or the other, with plenty of Australian's working within JC because QF were not recruiting at the time and wait to gain experience. Now we all know what the deal is with the start up of JC and it comes down to the $$, but what do the employees do about it. Its same with Network being set up, as well as Cobham as well as QFlink. All subsidiaries albeit in another country. (Just remember there at QF Cabin Crew based in London).
The JC folks would surely embrace anyone who would want to go to NZ to gain a command on the 737 but people choose not to. Why don't guys apply to JC and get the command time on LWOP mainline? There were a number of guys in LWOP there a number of years ago doing exactly that. It would be fantastic if QF embraced the guys and gals over there and brought them in under their wing as that would not only optimise their aircraft but also their crew.
The JC folks would surely embrace anyone who would want to go to NZ to gain a command on the 737 but people choose not to. Why don't guys apply to JC and get the command time on LWOP mainline? There were a number of guys in LWOP there a number of years ago doing exactly that. It would be fantastic if QF embraced the guys and gals over there and brought them in under their wing as that would not only optimise their aircraft but also their crew.
Someone has to provide a reason for Alan and his team of incompetents to have their bonuses paid. How else can they achieve constant cost cutting? You’re clearly a team player Maggot - Thankq award and bars for you this Christmas. Maybe even a photo with the Great Man in a casual ‘Street’ meeting that may get published in Pravda - or even Yammer!! Qf needs people like you!!
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If Mr Joyce did not play the insider's game, he would be outside.
JC was always industrial. Whether or not they actually can crew the flights the establishment of precedent is the only play here.
JC was always industrial. Whether or not they actually can crew the flights the establishment of precedent is the only play here.
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B737NG Non Type Rated First Officers Jetconnect New Zealand

Jetconnect is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Qantas Group which operates trans-Tasman services on behalf of Qantas. Their flight Crew are based in New Zealand and operate NZ registered Boeing 737-800 aircraft.
Jetconnect pilots are an integral part of the team ensuring operational excellence within a safety conscious culture. Their pilots have a variety of flying backgrounds, each offering a unique combination of experience.
At Jetconnect they are currently recruiting First Officers to join their team who are professional, hardworking, safety conscious and have good interpersonal skills.
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250 hours PIC
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Hold a Multi-Engine Instrument Rating
Level 6 English Language Proficiency Demonstration
Hold New Zealand residency or the legal right to work in NZ
Be able to swim 50 metres fully clothed then tread water for 3 minutes
*An Australian Licence can be converted to a New Zealand Licence via the TTMRA process
2000 hours total flight time
1000 hours total Multi-Engine flight time
Total instrument time - 100 hours
Total night flight time - 25 hours
Total time on Air Operations- 100 hours
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Jetconnect is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Qantas Group which operates trans-Tasman services on behalf of Qantas. Their flight Crew are based in New Zealand and operate NZ registered Boeing 737-800 aircraft.
Jetconnect pilots are an integral part of the team ensuring operational excellence within a safety conscious culture. Their pilots have a variety of flying backgrounds, each offering a unique combination of experience.
At Jetconnect they are currently recruiting First Officers to join their team who are professional, hardworking, safety conscious and have good interpersonal skills.
Minimum requirements
Hold a NZAirline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL)*, or
NZ Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL)* with passes in all written NZATPL exams, and
250 hours PIC
Current Class 1 Medical Certificate
Hold a Multi-Engine Instrument Rating
Level 6 English Language Proficiency Demonstration
Hold New Zealand residency or the legal right to work in NZ
Be able to swim 50 metres fully clothed then tread water for 3 minutes
*An Australian Licence can be converted to a New Zealand Licence via the TTMRA process
2000 hours total flight time
1000 hours total Multi-Engine flight time
Total instrument time - 100 hours
Total night flight time - 25 hours
Total time on Air Operations- 100 hours
Boeing 737-800 Type Rating*
*A Boeing 737-800 Type Rating is required; however if you do not hold this rating Jetconnect will arrange a Type Rating course.
If you are interested in this job APPLY HERE
As a proof of your professionalism, apply only when you comply with all the requirements and if you have or can obtain a work permit that allows you to be employed in this country.
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ZK-ZQB appears be in BNE presumably undergoing maintenance, is it being 'VH-d' at the same time?
Been quite a few XZ* international B738's operating NZ services the past few days.
Been quite a few XZ* international B738's operating NZ services the past few days.
Such a shame, I had the displeasure of traveling on a VH registered 737 on the Tasman last week with an OZ based crew. The level of service was shocking and crew seemed to be going out of their way to wind customers up.
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Are there any AIPA members who can shed some light into how this process is going? There have been quite a few flight crew operating on VH tails from Jetconnect on QF AOC, however both unions across the ditch have done nothing but facilitate it. 🧐
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New contract was ratified by the NZALPA members on a Friday afternoon. After 2.5 years negotiating the company finally gave in on a number of demands and minimum industry standards. Well done to the negotiators and all those who stood proud and represented the body of pilots in getting this new contract across the line. Brilliant job!
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New contract was ratified by the NZALPA members on a Friday afternoon. After 2.5 years negotiating the company finally gave in on a number of demands and minimum industry standards. Well done to the negotiators and all those who proud and represented the body of pilots in getting this new contract across the line. Brilliant job!
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I would say the contract is just average. My thoughts are it will fall behind the market after the 3 years is up.
Still no protection of NZ flying...and no group senrioty number both of which Virgin NZ guys have.
Still no protection of NZ flying...and no group senrioty number both of which Virgin NZ guys have.
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The company will always be behind the 8 ball when it comes to contract negotiations as they continue to compare us to low cost carriers and even below Jetstar. However, in saying that its is a remarkable improvement for such a 'young' airline in New Zealand which is soon be no longer an airline but simply a labor hire company of pilots and cabin crew for Qantas.
improvements include:
10 days off per month from 8
2hrs call out uo from 60 minutes
Singlw day off to be 36hrs
day off defined to 0000 to 2359
Incentives for paxing %50 flight time
Working on a day off payment huge improvement
Base slary increases of 3%, 2.5% then 2.5%
DTA increase
Qantas club access for pilots
Business Class for paxing International (previous contract limited it to upgrade space available)
MBF increase
Rest and Meal Break annual payments
Red days
Partime
DIL for working or being on RES on a P/Hol
FOs employed from day 1 of type rating
2 year contract not 3.
The list continues...
Let it be known that all Jetconnect ALPA memeber have been striving for a more respectable contract which reflect industry minimums for such profession.
improvements include:
10 days off per month from 8
2hrs call out uo from 60 minutes
Singlw day off to be 36hrs
day off defined to 0000 to 2359
Incentives for paxing %50 flight time
Working on a day off payment huge improvement
Base slary increases of 3%, 2.5% then 2.5%
DTA increase
Qantas club access for pilots
Business Class for paxing International (previous contract limited it to upgrade space available)
MBF increase
Rest and Meal Break annual payments
Red days
Partime
DIL for working or being on RES on a P/Hol
FOs employed from day 1 of type rating
2 year contract not 3.
The list continues...
Let it be known that all Jetconnect ALPA memeber have been striving for a more respectable contract which reflect industry minimums for such profession.
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Hold Short wrote :
According to data discovered during the Transmission of Business case run by
the AIPA ,that’s exactly what this Company has been from inception , n’est-ce pas ?
Low Pass wrote :
Sorry to sound facetious, but , really.
Reminds me of the chorus from one of Midnight Oils hits :
However, in saying that its is a remarkable improvement for such a 'young' airline in New Zealand which is soon be no longer an airline but simply a labor hire company of pilots and cabin crew for Qantas.
the AIPA ,that’s exactly what this Company has been from inception , n’est-ce pas ?
Low Pass wrote :
Still no protection of NZ flying...
Reminds me of the chorus from one of Midnight Oils hits :
Short memory , must have a , short memory
Nunc est bibendum
I heard a rumour that Jetconnect pilots aren’t flying too many hours at the moment and with increased A330 services on the Tasman there’s lots on inefficient patterns and lots of paxing? Anyone confirm?