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Old 16th Jul 2007, 20:09
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Flybe interview

There are a few Flybe threads on this forum, but most of them concentrate on the pro's and con's of working for said airline. There's very little to be found on the interview one could expect with them. I have one later this week and would appreciate it if someone could tell me a little of what to expect, tech questions (if any), number of interviewers etc?
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Bazza

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I should add im a cpl/ir/mcc holder recently finished integrated course if that makes any difference to interview.
Which base(s) could I expect if successful?
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Basing depends on where the gaps are when you finish training - a little flexibility goes a long way. The company don't seem to be worried about integrated or modular. Usually 2-3 people conducting interview. Friendly interview, will want to find out about you, what you've done in the past that's relevant to (hopefully) your new job etc. As with any interview, be honest. Research the Q400.

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Baz,

I got a phonecall yesterday Afternoon So I guess I will might see you in Exeter on Thursday!!

I asked what the format of the interview is on the phone. They siad it will be a few standard questions lasting about 45mins to an hour. Asked one of my mates who is already working there and he told me its a informal chat nothing too tricky!!

Oh yes Know the company history

Good Luck

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The interview is a nice relaxed one where they really just want to find out about you, be honest, positive, and enthusiastic about working for them and make sure you know exactly why you want to work for them.

Ive been to an interview with another airline interview and i felt so stressed through the whole thing, little or no room for manoeuvre where as the flybe one was a breath of fresh air because the interviewers put you at ease as quickly as possible so that you can perform at your best!

Best advice, make sure you know about the company, and more importantly make sure you know yourself!

Flyer.
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Thumbs up

Oh currently recruiting for IOM starting end of month or Hold pool for other bases starting later in year. (12 places every month i believe)

For those starting end of the month I'll see you down in EXE!

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Baz757,

Well done on getting an interview fella.

At the risk of sounding nosey - when did fill in the online application?

Cheers
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At the risk of sounding even nosier, how old are you guys that are getting the interviews, no room for the oldies i'm guessing(38)???.
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blueskiesup,

I'm 32, I've just finished a modular CPL/IR/ME/MCC course and my applications went out over the past week or so...

...err, i'll keep you posted.
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I'm 34 and I was accepted , flybe are a great bunch, thank goodness for airlines like flybe who accept the older pilot, hats off to them
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I've applied to Flybe about 5 times. First time applied was back in the days of CV and letter at age 38 (now 40). Done the online application about 3/4 times. 600 hours and current. Never hear a sausage !!?????
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I think my interview was as a result of the mess that is the FTE recommendation system, though I did fill in an online application about 3 months ago. I'm 22.

And thanks for the replies so far, nice to know it's not going to be overly daunting (i hope).
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thanks for the replies for and from the over 30's, still trying after 2 1/2 years.
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Come again???

blue,

Have you had your fATPL for 2.5yrs and still not had a bite from an airline mate??
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affraid so R2,going to try and do an atr rating in jan(ish).
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...crumbs.

Kind of kicks my 6mth plan into touch. Guess i'll keep the day job going.

ATR rating sounds like a top idea though - BOUND to get things moving in the right direction for you.

All the best.
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Old 18th Jul 2007, 21:42
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blue can I ask why an ATR rating?
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Has anyone filled in the online application lately? The following quote is from the website - "The flybe Pilot Recruitment Team have now received over 800 applications for First Officer positions with the Company. We intend to commence First Officer Recruitment during July 2007 and will be contacting individuals over the next few weeks". Im just wondering whether its worth filling in just now or waiting a little while. It seem there may be enough applications being processed already.
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Old 19th Jul 2007, 16:56
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Deano,

I've contacted the HOT of AerArann via email, he said that if i got myself an ATR rating, i'd get an interview. A good friend of mine has just left for easy, but whilst there, he did everything to help me, gave the C/P a CV and "held on file" for future intakes.
I've gone the slighty unconventional route to getting a job, I work in france on a very good contract and then come home on the weekends to do part-time instructing. The contract is hopefully going to pay for the rating so i don't go even more in hock.
I'm sure things will happen, good luck to those who are trying.
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Old 20th Jul 2007, 09:38
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any words of wisdom on how to get a call from these guys?
i updated the app 5-6 times. 3500+ hrs with 900 medium jet
no joy..... should've kept the day job....
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Have any of you got a sim check
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