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Seriously people, Ryanair have grounded their fleet, the 2020 schedule is decimated. I really would hang on, if you are still getting assessment dates etc, it is probably because right now they are too busy to deal with you, this will be an automated system.
Ryanair and any airline is now in a fight for survival, I suggest you wait. Once this is over they will need people, lots of people, but for now.....
Ryanair and any airline is now in a fight for survival, I suggest you wait. Once this is over they will need people, lots of people, but for now.....
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Reviewing applications is an automated email? What a load of rubbish. If you don't do the online assessment now you won’t be invited again. If you do it now, it is going to sit in a hold pool just like it did last May when they stopped recruitment and then called them guys who passed it for interviews in the last two months, which was almost a year of waiting. I am not one to keyboard warrior but filling guys who have had a response with crap to ignore the invitation for online assessments is selfish. If you’re not in it you cant win it. And saying don't waste your money, what is another €55 to the fortune you have already spent on your training 😂 Guys who got invited, get ahead of the game for when interviews eventually start again.
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what are you talking about? nobody is saying that u shouldnt do the online test, we are just saying that you can forget about getting invited for an assessment at the moment. maybe you really need some glasses. i work at ryanair since 2 years, i have pretty good insight what is happening and what they do. if you think they gonna hire anybody in the next months then you are beyond help.
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the same angry keyboard warrior who is complaining about working for ryanair the past two years with your toxic attitude.I dont think many people would want your insights of opinions on the company considering your previous posts are nothing but negative or passive aggressive. Even if you still apply now what have you got to lose? Absolutely nothing.
And fyi, look above and actually read the comments about online assessments and guys telling them to forget about the invitation. If you need me to copy and paste in another post let me know 🧐🧐
And fyi, look above and actually read the comments about online assessments and guys telling them to forget about the invitation. If you need me to copy and paste in another post let me know 🧐🧐
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Nobody is telling you not to apply. The advise here is to keep your money as this isn’t going anywhere by the looks of it. Things were amazing in the last two years and it looks like everything stopped now.
I also waited 6 years to gain employment due to economic situation and recession.
And nobody has a toxic attitude here. Its the reality that you will only experience when you get the job! All the newbies unfortunately think aviation is all doom and gloom miss sold by flightschools taking advantage out of cadets by charging a small fortune, and insta famous people who portray this to be a haven of a job.
Its a race to the bottom unfortunately, new pilots accepting horrible T&Cs just to get that first job, which is clearly visible by the attitude displayed here during this worldwide crisis.
Seen it too many times, me me me, only to come here later on to complain...
I also waited 6 years to gain employment due to economic situation and recession.
And nobody has a toxic attitude here. Its the reality that you will only experience when you get the job! All the newbies unfortunately think aviation is all doom and gloom miss sold by flightschools taking advantage out of cadets by charging a small fortune, and insta famous people who portray this to be a haven of a job.
Its a race to the bottom unfortunately, new pilots accepting horrible T&Cs just to get that first job, which is clearly visible by the attitude displayed here during this worldwide crisis.
Seen it too many times, me me me, only to come here later on to complain...
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‘Me me me to only complain later’ yes this exactly what Sunji did and why I told him his attitude is toxic.
Its free to apply. So where would I be spending money? Also if you pay for the online assessment it means they are interested in your application, so already you have won which in my eyes is well worth €55 if you pass, even if the interview isnt for a year.
when you didnt get a job for 6 years, I am sure you didn't wait 6 years to apply until things picked up again. Likely that you applied to everything and anything even though you may have stood little chance of being employed considering the situation.
FYI I was made redundant last week by my airline, so I am well aware of what is going on in the industry.
My point was dont be discouraged of applying, as simply you have nothing to lose and your application is in there for when recruitment DOES pick up again! Not sure why anyone would think or encourage otherwise regardless of the situation. The cadet program is the only FD position they have open on their website.
And on that note that is me out of this topic as I am finished sharing my opinion.
Its free to apply. So where would I be spending money? Also if you pay for the online assessment it means they are interested in your application, so already you have won which in my eyes is well worth €55 if you pass, even if the interview isnt for a year.
when you didnt get a job for 6 years, I am sure you didn't wait 6 years to apply until things picked up again. Likely that you applied to everything and anything even though you may have stood little chance of being employed considering the situation.
FYI I was made redundant last week by my airline, so I am well aware of what is going on in the industry.
My point was dont be discouraged of applying, as simply you have nothing to lose and your application is in there for when recruitment DOES pick up again! Not sure why anyone would think or encourage otherwise regardless of the situation. The cadet program is the only FD position they have open on their website.
And on that note that is me out of this topic as I am finished sharing my opinion.
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Nothing at all, They don't answer my questions... I don't know what to expect, in their page said : Applicants who have already applied for the programme do not have to re-apply. You will either still be processed by the CAE Recruitment team, or your contact details will be transferred to the airline. But I don't know if they have transferred anything or what...
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the same angry keyboard warrior who is complaining about working for ryanair the past two years with your toxic attitude.I dont think many people would want your insights of opinions on the company considering your previous posts are nothing but negative or passive aggressive. Even if you still apply now what have you got to lose? Absolutely nothing.
And fyi, look above and actually read the comments about online assessments and guys telling them to forget about the invitation. If you need me to copy and paste in another post let me know 🧐🧐
And fyi, look above and actually read the comments about online assessments and guys telling them to forget about the invitation. If you need me to copy and paste in another post let me know 🧐🧐
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I will be very, very surprised if any low hour pilots find a job in 2020, even 2021 might be slim pickings. **** I know captains with thousands of hours PIC that are afraid they'll never fly again if they get made redundant now.
If you're already qualified and looking for a job, you're already ****** you just don't know it yet. You'll probably have to swallow bitter pills and take extremely sub par deals just to get a foot in the door. But there is nothing you can do, except apply apply apply and take ANYTHING you can get, or make a hard choice and hang up your wings. No shame in that.
If you're already qualified and looking for a job, you're already ****** you just don't know it yet. You'll probably have to swallow bitter pills and take extremely sub par deals just to get a foot in the door. But there is nothing you can do, except apply apply apply and take ANYTHING you can get, or make a hard choice and hang up your wings. No shame in that.
Jesus Christ, it’s like a nursery here...you lot are looking to become pilots? Seriously, calm down, breathe, now let’s talk about the reality of the industry and Ryanair.
BA cancelled all the courses for this year, including those who already started (see the BA forum) it’s real, over 100 pilots and 300 cabin crew.
TUI is grounded and considering options, So as Jet2. The former has €1.4bil of liquidity and assets to play with plus the government support now. The later is in a healthy situation but has higher debts, but also froze recruitment.
Virgin, whole airline on unpaid leave for 2 months.
Easyjet, recruitment cancelled and has a massive holdpool. High cash flow but like everyone else, customer confidence is low.
Finally, Ryanair. High cash flow of around €4bi but grounded 90% of the fleet. Have friends with whom
I’ve trained with who were sent home on unpaid leave. Company progressively pushing pilots into warsaw aviation contracts. You think you’re going to the Ryanair contract? Dream on, it’s over.
The goal is to increase capacity at Buzz, as well as Lauda and Malta Air. Zero hour contracts and morale is really low after the strikes.
The 5/4 roster is going and if there aren’t any movement from pilots into better airlines, you’re up to a long wait.
It took some people up to 4 years to be called and that was during the good times, you gotta be smarter than that boys and stop the fighting.
Off course you’ll get invited to spend money, would you if it was free? Do the test, pay up and then sit on a pool for months if not years. Do the assessment and if successful, sit on another pool for years. Why? Because there are ex Thomas Cook pilots, Flybe, Norwegian etc mature, qualified, professional, in the market and they will be ahead of you, make no mistake.
keep pushing and don’t give up but be realistic and wise up, they are not your friends and unfortunately Aviation is on it’s knees
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BA cancelled all the courses for this year, including those who already started (see the BA forum) it’s real, over 100 pilots and 300 cabin crew.
TUI is grounded and considering options, So as Jet2. The former has €1.4bil of liquidity and assets to play with plus the government support now. The later is in a healthy situation but has higher debts, but also froze recruitment.
Virgin, whole airline on unpaid leave for 2 months.
Easyjet, recruitment cancelled and has a massive holdpool. High cash flow but like everyone else, customer confidence is low.
Finally, Ryanair. High cash flow of around €4bi but grounded 90% of the fleet. Have friends with whom
I’ve trained with who were sent home on unpaid leave. Company progressively pushing pilots into warsaw aviation contracts. You think you’re going to the Ryanair contract? Dream on, it’s over.
The goal is to increase capacity at Buzz, as well as Lauda and Malta Air. Zero hour contracts and morale is really low after the strikes.
The 5/4 roster is going and if there aren’t any movement from pilots into better airlines, you’re up to a long wait.
It took some people up to 4 years to be called and that was during the good times, you gotta be smarter than that boys and stop the fighting.
Off course you’ll get invited to spend money, would you if it was free? Do the test, pay up and then sit on a pool for months if not years. Do the assessment and if successful, sit on another pool for years. Why? Because there are ex Thomas Cook pilots, Flybe, Norwegian etc mature, qualified, professional, in the market and they will be ahead of you, make no mistake.
keep pushing and don’t give up but be realistic and wise up, they are not your friends and unfortunately Aviation is on it’s knees
👍🏽
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Right now, if you could apply to a cargo carrier, be it whatever airframe, jump at it!
I fly for a cargo carrier, I passed the selection for a biggish low cost carrier and was placed in the hold pool a few months ago. I also attempted Aer Lingus which I did not pass.
The first one has not announced any reduction or cuts that I'm aware of, but IAG made a statement today, those that passed the Aer Lingus selection have had their offer withdrawn and they have already given notice to their current employer.
I am truly blessed to have not been affected by all of this for the time being. Our schedule has changed a bit only to avoid layovers in some cities, but the flying not only is intact, but it may also increase since some passenger carriers that carry cargo in their belly holds are grounded.
The problem is that you will have to compete with lots of experienced pilots on the market right now.
I fly for a cargo carrier, I passed the selection for a biggish low cost carrier and was placed in the hold pool a few months ago. I also attempted Aer Lingus which I did not pass.
The first one has not announced any reduction or cuts that I'm aware of, but IAG made a statement today, those that passed the Aer Lingus selection have had their offer withdrawn and they have already given notice to their current employer.
I am truly blessed to have not been affected by all of this for the time being. Our schedule has changed a bit only to avoid layovers in some cities, but the flying not only is intact, but it may also increase since some passenger carriers that carry cargo in their belly holds are grounded.
The problem is that you will have to compete with lots of experienced pilots on the market right now.
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Hi guys, it is true that next months will be difficult for aviation but don’t forget that Covid19 will probably no longer be relevant this summer and 737 MAX will probably comes back in september!! They will need pilots and also cadets! To train them in their own way like they always did! So you can say whatever you want, experienced pilot or fresh from flight School, as far as I am concerned I prefer to try the assessment and stay in a hold pool than nothing! I have a back up to work in a different sector and I really consider it right now but please guys, stay optimist and put all the odds on your side! Even if you have to pay 55€ or even around 500 for an interview and get nothing, never mind... Should I remind you the cost of the flight training? 😅
Head up and do your best even if everybody know that the future will be difficult, nobody can predict the exact situation...
And by the way, I got the invitation today and I intend to share the questions I had, as often recently asked...
Good luck to everyone.
Head up and do your best even if everybody know that the future will be difficult, nobody can predict the exact situation...
And by the way, I got the invitation today and I intend to share the questions I had, as often recently asked...
Good luck to everyone.
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The problem is that they won't put you on a holding pool, they will send you an unsuccesfull result right after, if they don't need you, even though your performace was great.
Then you should wait maybe 6 months or 1 year to reapply again.
So, I woudn't waist a chance, is better to wait.
Then you should wait maybe 6 months or 1 year to reapply again.
So, I woudn't waist a chance, is better to wait.
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Are you joking? Do you even slightly understand the severity of the situation?
I don’t think he does mate....chose to ignore everything previously said. You can only help those who wished to be helped.
Some dream of unicorns as the rest brace for the economic depression we are about to face!
Some dream of unicorns as the rest brace for the economic depression we are about to face!
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Pinuz89, I can not say you are wrong, but what is the best to do for those who applied before all this **** and just get the online invitation ? Decline the test and be rejected immediately ? If you don’t try you loose each time budy 
I do not count more than that on Ryr, it is not the only company on the market, it is just an opportunity to take in case of a favorable outcome.
kendrick47247, Covid19 restrictions will be there all the year long, same for 737 MAX unavailability and Ryr won’t need any pilot for the year to come...I don’t think so!
what’s happening is really severe, and the future won’t be easy, I agree, but keep a step ahead in case of... as they like so much in aviation.
without criticizing anyone guys, just saying my opinion
I do not count more than that on Ryr, it is not the only company on the market, it is just an opportunity to take in case of a favorable outcome. kendrick47247, Covid19 restrictions will be there all the year long, same for 737 MAX unavailability and Ryr won’t need any pilot for the year to come...I don’t think so!
what’s happening is really severe, and the future won’t be easy, I agree, but keep a step ahead in case of... as they like so much in aviation.
without criticizing anyone guys, just saying my opinion
I must agree with Pinuz89.
Internal mail says recruitment is frozen. Even training which had already started has been stopped.
Ryanair has no hold pool policy. The most likely scenario is unsuccessful message unless agency would make a hold pool on their own without passing infos to airline.
Internal mail says recruitment is frozen. Even training which had already started has been stopped.
Ryanair has no hold pool policy. The most likely scenario is unsuccessful message unless agency would make a hold pool on their own without passing infos to airline.