DEFO Interview
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From: Cyprus
Sabrina; in 1978 I was asked if I played Badminton. Later,(1985) I was asked why the Centre of Pressure moved as angle of attack changed and why ( I failed). Later,(1994),I was asked about EPR engines how to increase the RTOW ( I failed. Later told by CX Vets that reducing EPR resulted in higher RTOW-/- Still don't get it.
Later, I found out why I would never get into CX and stopped trying.
Latest questions you pose look very straightforward.
Later, I found out why I would never get into CX and stopped trying.
Latest questions you pose look very straightforward.
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From: Europe
Relevant to the subject
Since this conversation is drifting again in the direction where it is not suppose to, let me ask if anyone of you can recommend LPJ for an online psychometric test? If there is anyone who is willing to sell membership I am willing to buy it. Any other advices relevant to subject are highly appreciated.
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From: the land of chocolate
Sabrina; in 1978 I was asked if I played Badminton. Later,(1985) I was asked why the Centre of Pressure moved as angle of attack changed and why ( I failed). Later,(1994),I was asked about EPR engines how to increase the RTOW ( I failed. Later told by CX Vets that reducing EPR resulted in higher RTOW-/- Still don't get it.
Later, I found out why I would never get into CX and stopped trying.
Latest questions you pose look very straightforward.
Later, I found out why I would never get into CX and stopped trying.
Latest questions you pose look very straightforward.
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From: Almost 6ft under
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From: HK
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From: Wan Chai
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From: Cyprus
Oasis; Thanks. I'll try to get hold of the book because the notion disturbs me to date . Even tried reducing power in m y Beemur to get full load up to the picnic area. Didn't work. Two walked and a few kids were furious.
For those missing the point about thread drift. That is the point.CX i,very sadly, no longer the airline of choice for professional pilots and was exceptionally difficult to get into. The thread drift is, amusingly, demonstrating that it is no big deal anymore.
Also, What is the point in prepping for selection interviews/tests ? If you have read the book about how to pass the interview, practiced likely scenarios in a sim hired jointly by others others (loads did that !), got all the answers to the dreaded "Tech Quiz" and practiced over at least ten of them, you are demonstrating excellent desire but Selection teams prefer unrehearsed candidates. It gives a better picture of likely success.
Having served on Selection Boards, we were all unimpressed with those, clearly practiced or had the answers. During my schooling, it was called cheating.
If you really are what they want and they are really what you want, you will probably get in.
For those missing the point about thread drift. That is the point.CX i,very sadly, no longer the airline of choice for professional pilots and was exceptionally difficult to get into. The thread drift is, amusingly, demonstrating that it is no big deal anymore.
Also, What is the point in prepping for selection interviews/tests ? If you have read the book about how to pass the interview, practiced likely scenarios in a sim hired jointly by others others (loads did that !), got all the answers to the dreaded "Tech Quiz" and practiced over at least ten of them, you are demonstrating excellent desire but Selection teams prefer unrehearsed candidates. It gives a better picture of likely success.
Having served on Selection Boards, we were all unimpressed with those, clearly practiced or had the answers. During my schooling, it was called cheating.
If you really are what they want and they are really what you want, you will probably get in.
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From: Almost 6ft under
If you are an American working for a major in the US, I am happy for you. Let's hope you guys can set the standards for the rest of the world.
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From: HK
Gordomac, if you are Vmcg limited then derating thrust can allow a lower Vmcg, a lower V1, and a higher RTOW. Doesn't work with your Beemur as that doesn't have to still get up the hill with an engine failure.
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From: in denial
Magenta, unsure from your post if you're referring to salaries at CX, or in the US. In case it's the US:
None of the majors require 401(k) deductions - it's straight direct contribution (by the company), typically 16%. Kinda like the old 15.5% Cathay DC.
Federal Income Tax is around 24%. State income tax varies by state. Mine is zero.
About 60% of pilots in my airline commute. ID travel/jumpseats are free. Including on other airlines. Very doable.
None of the majors require 401(k) deductions - it's straight direct contribution (by the company), typically 16%. Kinda like the old 15.5% Cathay DC.
Federal Income Tax is around 24%. State income tax varies by state. Mine is zero.
About 60% of pilots in my airline commute. ID travel/jumpseats are free. Including on other airlines. Very doable.
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From: Eastern Canada
Because of this “contract”, people cannot obtain loans for crazy things like a mortgage. The banks are not stupid, they know that pilots that work for CX can have a reduction in remuneration at a moments notice without repercussion.
simply put, working at Cathay Pacific Airways is simply a job, NOT a career
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From: Cern
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From: Over the clouds
Hi guys,
I sent my application to CX about 2 months ago and got an email for flight hours the last month and replied to that. Can anyone give me some idea about the recruitment timeline and assessment?
I sent my application to CX about 2 months ago and got an email for flight hours the last month and replied to that. Can anyone give me some idea about the recruitment timeline and assessment?