Impulse Expansion

[Wingletts]

Hi all,
Just wondering if any techies out there can shed any light on the rumour that there are plans for more 717's to join their existing fleet in the next few months?

I've heard a few rumours round the traps that it will definately be happening soon..

Where and how soon?... that is the qus..still a burining desire to work on the 717...

Their recruitment department seems to be a little cagey about this one at present - perhaps for a good reason..

[2daddies]

I think you'll find that VQ recruitment is cagey only because if further expansion occurs it has a legal requirement to re-employ the 33 flight-crew who were made redundant due to the retirement of the B1900D first above all others.

If they don't get more than another three aircraft, chances are (this is my speculation only) that there will be no need for anyone else off the street.

[Douglas Mcdonnell]

Wingletts, as usual there is a lot of speculation around regarding expansion. Talking to engineers seems to be a reliable source of good info. I have heard that there will be a decision made within the next 2 months regarding expansion. The problem being that as far as I know the jets now have to be made in the factory as the dessert supplies have dryed up.

I think that what ever happens the future looks rosy for the Pulse guys. Proof that what goes around comes around. Hard work does pay off!!!!

C U on the line.

[djembe56]

Heard that a substantial number of Impulse pilots are being interviewed by Virgin at the moment.

Does anyone who gets an interview every get knocked back?

That might make way for some of the 33 to return, and therefore even if only three new planes arrive, create opportunities for others to apply.

[Sue Ridgepipe]

Serious question folks, not winding up.... just wondering why would anyone want to leave the pulse for Virgin? I mean they're already flying state of the art jet equipment for a QF regional, so why leave a good job and have to cough up with $20K for what I would see as a sideways move? Does a Virgin F/O get paid lots more?

[flyswat]

Some poeple want to live in Bris Sue, and that badly.
Also there are a number that are sick of the Impulse BULLSH!T

[howard hughes]

To change the subject a little, does anyone have any information about impulse work conditions.

ie: - Location of bases?
- Pay?
- Number of overnights?
- Opportunities for advancement?

Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Also good luck to the 33, 1900 pilots sounds promising.

Cheers HH.

[Wingletts]

Hi guys - thanks for all the useful info - just to let you know I'm cabin crew not tech crew .. but ..equally as interested thegrass on your side of the fence!

I'm hoping i might hear something about an interview this month ..

[Hugh Jarse]

Sue, do a search on Osiris . Both the Impulse and Virgin Blue agreements are listed so you can make comparisons.

Also there are a number that are sick of the Impulse BULLSH!T

Flyswat, I thought you were a staunch defender of the fold

Welcome to the real world of QF Regional Lepers of which we all belong. Reality sucks, eh?

[cleatus]

To someones question, does anyone miss out on Virgin? yes they do. I m living proof. With all bush, remote & overseas experience, 2 crew turbine Rpt etc.
Yes people who get interviews at Virgin do miss out!

[Watchdog]

Sue R,

Yes the only reason anyone would want to move to DJ from "VQ" would be for the brisvegas base.
The conditions at "VQ" are fine - not flogged to death, nice destinations for overnights, staff travel etc.
Whilst I still have to commute ex brissy to work, it wouldn't be worth the change (the grass is always greener) or $20K. Pretty sure all the "VQ" techs, engineers would agree, not sure about FAs but none have changed camps yet, so that kinda tells the story.

And I always maintain that to those that wine constantly about their work conditions, their plight is easily corrected by writing "I RESIGN" and forwarding such to HR

WDOG

[wilburworm]

could someone let us know where to apply to impulse. Thanks

[Bob Hawke]

Ditto Cleutus!

Same here matee, had the interview, and got the F.O. letter within a week (F.O. is NOT First Officer). Similiar exp. to Cleutus I might add.

Not the end of the world I might add; but I did think so at the time, being rejected by a Virgin!. However not everyone can be happy campers there, or anywhere else for that matter. Maybe next time.

If you're with Impulse stick with them, it would be just as good from what I hear.

ONON.

[Watchdog]

Wilburworm,

Little point even applying for a tech position just yet - there are still 30+ guys/gals on the seniority list who come back on line prior to any recruiting. There has been no movement lately.

This is the point of contact in any case.

http://www.impulseairlines.com.au[/URL]

[Douglas Mcdonnell]

Watch Dog, You are exactly right. The conditions are realy quite good at VQ. There are a lot of detractors mainly due to jealousy. I have heard a lot of people critisize the pulse over the years, both those who work here and those who dont. Many openly on this forum and on the sydney ramp. To those who have a problem, leave if you dont like it and to those who work elsewhere grow up.

A lot of blokes here really love their job!! See you on the next walk around HJ.

[Hugh Jarse]

We might have a beer sometime, eh Douggie?

[frank Borman]

What is it? 4 unexplained roll backs now in the last 12 months? no, maybe five rollbacks, but one was explained.

[topend3]

Rollback! Ask Kim Beazley about that one, he was an expert on it, the centrepiece of his 2001 election attempt!!!

[frank Borman]

Oh no topend, this aint political! however it will turn very political when two roll back at the same time!!

And before I get hounded by pulse crews, this aint flame bait, just an observation.

[Big Jan]

Umm, What's a roll back ?