CMA-CGM
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 42
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From: Europe
Hi, the technical test depends on the type you apply for and the plane you are rated on. Be prepared for some very difficult questions (30 if 777). During the interview there are tech questions and memory items plus the normal HR questions ie. which mistake did you make in the past, what don't you like in your current job, why CMA etc.
The pay depends on your experience on type, if not on the hours on jet. 1000hrs per scale , the payscale is on ppjn. After tax and social security there isn't much left.
The company outsourced the planes for 5 years to Air France pilots. So no growth expected on that side.
The pay depends on your experience on type, if not on the hours on jet. 1000hrs per scale , the payscale is on ppjn. After tax and social security there isn't much left.
The company outsourced the planes for 5 years to Air France pilots. So no growth expected on that side.
Joined: Sep 2016
Posts: 13
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From: Lichtervelde
I did the assessment in June. They are quite friendly and want you to pass. They are getting desperate for pilots.
Day 1 consists of
-Multiple choice questionnaire (25 questions) on your current aircraft and general knowlegde. Mainly perfo, meteo, principles of flight. Not the easiest questions in my humble opinion.
-HR interview. Classic questions, not designed to trip you up.
-Technical interview. Friendly chat with management pilot. I had to explain the fuel system of my current aircraft and some questions about fuel planning etc.
They call you in the evening about the result.
Day 2 is sim assessment. Mine was on the B767. Seems to be whatever type is available. Profile is in NCE/LFMN. Take-off from 04R or L. Soon return after some kind of problem (nothing technical). Raw data ILS (careful ILS on 04 is slighly offset) Go-around. Engine failure during go-around. Single engine landing (with FD). Expect about 45min as PF, 45 as PM. They don't really look at how you fly the 767. Looking for basic skills, CRM, briefing, teamwork. The usual.
About 1-2 weeks later you get the result. I passed and was offered a contract but decided on another company.
Good luck!
Day 1 consists of
-Multiple choice questionnaire (25 questions) on your current aircraft and general knowlegde. Mainly perfo, meteo, principles of flight. Not the easiest questions in my humble opinion.
-HR interview. Classic questions, not designed to trip you up.
-Technical interview. Friendly chat with management pilot. I had to explain the fuel system of my current aircraft and some questions about fuel planning etc.
They call you in the evening about the result.
Day 2 is sim assessment. Mine was on the B767. Seems to be whatever type is available. Profile is in NCE/LFMN. Take-off from 04R or L. Soon return after some kind of problem (nothing technical). Raw data ILS (careful ILS on 04 is slighly offset) Go-around. Engine failure during go-around. Single engine landing (with FD). Expect about 45min as PF, 45 as PM. They don't really look at how you fly the 767. Looking for basic skills, CRM, briefing, teamwork. The usual.
About 1-2 weeks later you get the result. I passed and was offered a contract but decided on another company.
Good luck!
Joined: Aug 2024
Posts: 2
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From: Cologne
Hello, thank you for your feedback!
Do you know if they hired only French speaking pilots? And were all the candidates on your day French?
Thank you!
Do you know if they hired only French speaking pilots? And were all the candidates on your day French?
Thank you!
I did the assessment in June. They are quite friendly and want you to pass. They are getting desperate for pilots.
Day 1 consists of
-Multiple choice questionnaire (25 questions) on your current aircraft and general knowlegde. Mainly perfo, meteo, principles of flight. Not the easiest questions in my humble opinion.
-HR interview. Classic questions, not designed to trip you up.
-Technical interview. Friendly chat with management pilot. I had to explain the fuel system of my current aircraft and some questions about fuel planning etc.
They call you in the evening about the result.
Day 2 is sim assessment. Mine was on the B767. Seems to be whatever type is available. Profile is in NCE/LFMN. Take-off from 04R or L. Soon return after some kind of problem (nothing technical). Raw data ILS (careful ILS on 04 is slighly offset) Go-around. Engine failure during go-around. Single engine landing (with FD). Expect about 45min as PF, 45 as PM. They don't really look at how you fly the 767. Looking for basic skills, CRM, briefing, teamwork. The usual.
About 1-2 weeks later you get the result. I passed and was offered a contract but decided on another company.
Good luck!
Day 1 consists of
-Multiple choice questionnaire (25 questions) on your current aircraft and general knowlegde. Mainly perfo, meteo, principles of flight. Not the easiest questions in my humble opinion.
-HR interview. Classic questions, not designed to trip you up.
-Technical interview. Friendly chat with management pilot. I had to explain the fuel system of my current aircraft and some questions about fuel planning etc.
They call you in the evening about the result.
Day 2 is sim assessment. Mine was on the B767. Seems to be whatever type is available. Profile is in NCE/LFMN. Take-off from 04R or L. Soon return after some kind of problem (nothing technical). Raw data ILS (careful ILS on 04 is slighly offset) Go-around. Engine failure during go-around. Single engine landing (with FD). Expect about 45min as PF, 45 as PM. They don't really look at how you fly the 767. Looking for basic skills, CRM, briefing, teamwork. The usual.
About 1-2 weeks later you get the result. I passed and was offered a contract but decided on another company.
Good luck!
Joined: Sep 2016
Posts: 13
Likes: 4
From: Lichtervelde
I speak French (not fluent), they never tested me nor asked about my language level. So I don't think it is a requirement. Obviously the majority of crew is French.
