DHL at LEJ
Latest rumour today is that 2 more A300s to be back in service by October, currently 12 in use.
Current ops have 10 A/C routes each night, Sometimes 11.
I can't see fleet retirement starting in 2012 unless there is another financial crisis.
At least I hope not as I would like another 5 years in the middle seat before I retire.
Current ops have 10 A/C routes each night, Sometimes 11.
I can't see fleet retirement starting in 2012 unless there is another financial crisis.
At least I hope not as I would like another 5 years in the middle seat before I retire.
A 300 crew dismissed in 2009
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Hi,
I thought I bring this thread up again.
I've just applied at EAT through interpersonal.
Heard about a flexible roster coming??
The 7/7 roster seems to be commutable, do the DHK
guys complain about commuting on their flex roster?
I could imagine you check in on your first day at 0005
and check out on the last at 2355??
Don't get me wrong, I'm just trying to figure out, if
it is possible to commute and leave the family where
they are happy... In case I get the Job!
Thanks for your help!!
I thought I bring this thread up again.
I've just applied at EAT through interpersonal.
Heard about a flexible roster coming??
The 7/7 roster seems to be commutable, do the DHK
guys complain about commuting on their flex roster?
I could imagine you check in on your first day at 0005
and check out on the last at 2355??
Don't get me wrong, I'm just trying to figure out, if
it is possible to commute and leave the family where
they are happy... In case I get the Job!
Thanks for your help!!
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EAT Brussels have a fixed roster pattern which is 8/6, the 7/7 is on the Airbus which is flown on the Irish register and crewed by AIr contractors. The rumour is that EAT germany will not have the same as it is seen as less productive than a flex roster. EAT Germany will also have lower terms and conditions than the old Belgium company had, whilest the employee enjoy the higher tax regime in Germany. Regardless of where you live if you are based in LEJ the Geramns will expect you to pay tax and NI in Germany. How that will affect tax situation of those that commute in from other countries will be interesting to see
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FO Hours
In response to an earlier question about FO experience.
It is very varied, I was with a Captain with 12000 hours on 75/76 and an FO with 8000 hours on 75 and biz jets. I know a few low hours FO's that have been accepted with less than a 1000 hours total (me included) and then some with 5000+ on 767, some have a lot less. I think it's if your face fits then your in. I found that attitude counted for a great deal (that's my thoughts anyway) and I can see how a "can do" attitude will get you in good positions in any interview.
If you want info on the TR'd entry sim etc then feel free to PM me.
PT
It is very varied, I was with a Captain with 12000 hours on 75/76 and an FO with 8000 hours on 75 and biz jets. I know a few low hours FO's that have been accepted with less than a 1000 hours total (me included) and then some with 5000+ on 767, some have a lot less. I think it's if your face fits then your in. I found that attitude counted for a great deal (that's my thoughts anyway) and I can see how a "can do" attitude will get you in good positions in any interview.
If you want info on the TR'd entry sim etc then feel free to PM me.
PT
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English is not my "mother language", I was meaning "leave", not "live"...
I am delighted I do not fly anymore. I was out of work for 2 weeks, then work where I can sleep in my bed everynight.
To all still working there , bon chance.
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No the numbers on ppjn are not correct. It's less than that. Also no more "per diems" as such. But now also taxed.
They hire people without experience, because somebody with experience will not accept such a bad deal...
They hire people without experience, because somebody with experience will not accept such a bad deal...
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DHL Chaps,
I've a boat load of questions and I'm happy to buy a few beers in exchange if anyone's at a loose end near EMA.
I've been chasing an F/O job at EAT for a while now and have just been advised by Interpersonal that I've been released to the interview (hopefully EAT will rubber stamp it now). Without wanting to get too far ahead of myself, can anyone give an idea of good study resources for the DLR tests at Hamburg. I've not found much online yet aside from the one week prep courses (which I'm considering).
And, again not counting any chickens, can anyone give an idea of lifestyle in LEJ? The salary doesn't seem a lot higher than my current pay at a UK regional (accounting for what I calculate German tax to be). How does this equate to standard of living in terms of accommodation etc? How does the new roster work out? If anyone could paint a general picture of the life there it'd be great.
Still pretty sure it's my top choice. Thanks again.
I've a boat load of questions and I'm happy to buy a few beers in exchange if anyone's at a loose end near EMA.
I've been chasing an F/O job at EAT for a while now and have just been advised by Interpersonal that I've been released to the interview (hopefully EAT will rubber stamp it now). Without wanting to get too far ahead of myself, can anyone give an idea of good study resources for the DLR tests at Hamburg. I've not found much online yet aside from the one week prep courses (which I'm considering).
And, again not counting any chickens, can anyone give an idea of lifestyle in LEJ? The salary doesn't seem a lot higher than my current pay at a UK regional (accounting for what I calculate German tax to be). How does this equate to standard of living in terms of accommodation etc? How does the new roster work out? If anyone could paint a general picture of the life there it'd be great.
Still pretty sure it's my top choice. Thanks again.