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Originally Posted by Yeager
Me, I’m in F.H. having a wander around from time to time to see whats cooking in the kitchen of Cathay Pathetic Airways.........
In no other PPRuNe forum is there so much talk and so little action than F.H. Saturn let our friend Yeager, aka doughnut without a hole, be a warning to you. For all of CX’s faults there are plenty of positives. On the money issue, yeah sure it isn’t everything but it’s hard to raise a family without it. Do you really want to spend your career chasing contracts around the place explaining to your kids why you can’t be at their sports carnivals etc? If you are looking for the perfect airline good luck, it doesn’t exist. Guys are not leaving in droves at all and they never will, the reason being that compared to most of the options CX is a pretty good gig, just don’t take some of the stuff to heart. I still enjoy going flying the vast majority of the time, but every job has it’s office w#nkers, why should flying be any different? They can often make a day at work very entertaining. Good luck with your decision. |
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Worked recently with an Ex CX FO who is highly regretful of his decision to leave CX. He works his ass off here with many fewer days off, and for less money. He really feels he fu*ked up and knows he'll pay dearly to reverse it. He feels stronly he may actually apply to return to CX, well knowing he will likely not see the left seat for a very very long time, but feels he must leave this place.
Something to keep in mind. |
The Mess,
Every job has its pilot w@ankers - yup - guess who that one is now :D You just jumped outta the closet there - did you, The Mess.. haha.. :D As often before buddy, your lack of interpersonal skills, inability to put a realistic perspective on things in life, and now apparantly topping off with making up stories, just serves as a standing prove of what a weak character you are. Nothing new. :oh: Just the same old, same old.. AND hey we both know, The Mess, who the loner is - its written in you forhead buddy.. :D |
Looks as though I hit a nerve there on the doughnut without a hole :ok:
There is no need to make up stories when the truth is so amusing ;) |
Ha.. The Mess.. You hit it right on the nail - dare I say that you are a lot smarter than you look like :p
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it's possible that the P in DEP is for pilot.
Good guess Howard. Below is the BA advert. AAR Job Details Direct Entry Pilot Scheme Ref UKLHR1218 Region UK - Heathrow Location London - Heathrow Category Job Description Closing Date: 29th April 2011 The Direct Entry Pilot Scheme is for experienced high calibre pilots who want to develop their careers with one of the most progressive international airlines in the business. Principal Accountabilities You will need: * A current type rating on the Airbus A320 series, a full UK issued JAA/CAA ATPL(F) and a minimum of 500 hrs recent experience on type or * A current type rating on the Boeing 747-400, a full UK issued JAA/CAA ATPL and a minimum of 2000 flying hours to include 500 hours recent experience on the 747-400. Please note that a full type rating is required and 'cruise only' ratings are therefore not acceptable for this scheme Please ensure you have these hours now, at the point of application. For your information recency is:- flown on one of the above type(s) within the last 12 months. The Individual * You will have a full UK issued JAA/CAA ATPL(F) applicable for A320 * You will have a full UK issued JAA/CAA ATPL applicable for 747-400 * You will need a first class flying record and a good level of physical fitness * You will demonstrate evidence of leadership, intellect, resilience, reliability, adaptability, high personal standards, motivation and flexibility, together with well developed customer service skills and the ability to build strong working relationships * You will be physically fit and in possession of a JAA/UK CAA Medical Licence (Class 1) and able to satisfy British Airways medical requirements. Please note that British Airways’ medical criteria for employment is of a higher standard than the CAA requirement * Height between 1.57m (5'2") and 1.91m (6'3") with weight in proportion to height (height is accurately determined during the assessment process). Qualified pilots who are taller than 1.91m may submit an application but will be required to undergo a functionality check to confirm their ability to meet the requirements of the seating positions in the British Airways fleet of aircraft * You will have fluency in spoken and written English Application Process All applicants are required to answer the following questions, each within 250 words. Please prepare your answers in advance. * What are the behaviours that demonstrate your motivation and commitment to your current employer and your customers? * Give a recent example of when you have made an important decision. Consider the sources of information you used to make your decision, how you prioritised your actions and how you influenced others to implement your decision * Give an example of when you have been involved in a major change in the work environment. How did you adapt to this and what did you learn? * Explain the competitive threat facing British Airways at present. Describe how you, in the role of Flight Crew, can contribute to the overall success of the busines Nota Bene the continuing requirement for Airbus rated crew for LHR shorthaul ops. |
Because "The Speedbird", only recruits high calibre pilots ;)
Q.4) Only 6 words required: Your appalling cabin and customer service! |
Q:What are the behaviours that demonstrate your motivation and commitment to your current employer and your customers ?
Mmmm, thats a tough one since I am sitting here in front of you interviewing for another airline :} Q: Give an example of when you have been involved in a major change in the work environment. How did you adapt to this and what did you learn 3 major changes of SOPs in 3 years, from airbus to boeingbus and now back to airbus, I have learned CX know 5hit about flying but are good at continually re-inventing the wheel. |
CX has 26 Captains at the bottom of the seniority list - of which some FO's had left and returned to HKG for DEC on the Freighter - these FO's would not even have reached their normal command on the pax fleet yet!
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One thing that surprised me when I joined CX, was the amount of pilots (SO& FO) resigning whilst still on course (mainly for the "excellent personalities " of TC). I never heard of such things happening to another "major" carrier!
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