West Atlantic cadet scheme open for 2013
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West Atlantic cadet scheme open for 2013
Thoughts please. Not entirely sure working for free for 18+months before any training commences is for everyone.
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Look at it another way...
You spend 18 months learning about the company you're making a career with, achieving a much greater understanding of the business pressures as well as the operational ones facing the airline.
If fiscal matters are of concern, please dont quote me but im sure this scheme retains the tradition of being a FUGLY one (FUG's being flying undergraduates), the name a hangover from when atlantic, atlantique and RVL were all one company. As a Fug you are accomodated with the other fugs, and given what some would call pocket money (a friend got £400/month). I know thats not a huge amount, but for 18 months it's beer/food money!
Finally......more hours (if required) cpl, ir, multi, night (if required), Atp type rating. Easily tipping the scales at £45k for 18 months of hard graft, equating to a salary of 30k p.a. that you get as a lump at the end of your 'internship', flying in lieu of notes!
You spend 18 months learning about the company you're making a career with, achieving a much greater understanding of the business pressures as well as the operational ones facing the airline.
If fiscal matters are of concern, please dont quote me but im sure this scheme retains the tradition of being a FUGLY one (FUG's being flying undergraduates), the name a hangover from when atlantic, atlantique and RVL were all one company. As a Fug you are accomodated with the other fugs, and given what some would call pocket money (a friend got £400/month). I know thats not a huge amount, but for 18 months it's beer/food money!
Finally......more hours (if required) cpl, ir, multi, night (if required), Atp type rating. Easily tipping the scales at £45k for 18 months of hard graft, equating to a salary of 30k p.a. that you get as a lump at the end of your 'internship', flying in lieu of notes!
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Look at it yet another way
I can understand your hesitation but in the current economic climate it is an excellent opportunity. The Cadets already on the scheme are hard working, extremely well motivated to learn, cheerful and talented (no I do not work for West Atlantic).
I would caution you against applying for the scheme if you retain any doubts, the competition for places is very high and lack of commitment will soon be picked up in interview.
I would caution you against applying for the scheme if you retain any doubts, the competition for places is very high and lack of commitment will soon be picked up in interview.
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Does anyone know when we would be contacted for an assessment with west Atlantic. if we are lucky enough to be selected for interview :-)
And usually how long after being hired does the "job" begin?
Any help would be appreciated.
Cheers
And usually how long after being hired does the "job" begin?
Any help would be appreciated.
Cheers
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I applied. You should hear back via email and letter in post in the next week or so.
Any ideas what the stages of selection/assessment might be?
Thanks, best of luck to everyone who applied
Any ideas what the stages of selection/assessment might be?
Thanks, best of luck to everyone who applied
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An acquaintance of mine received the invitation to the group selection via E-mail last Monday afternoon and subsequently a letter in the post the following Tuesday/Wednesday.
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Hi Fanor
I was there, first group assessment for me, so was a really beneficial experience.
If your interested keep an eye on Propilot's site for when they are open for applications again, which hopefully will be in the not too distant future!
I was there, first group assessment for me, so was a really beneficial experience.
If your interested keep an eye on Propilot's site for when they are open for applications again, which hopefully will be in the not too distant future!
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(FUG's being flying undergraduates)
Good luck to all those who apply and get through
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Thanks
The day consisted of maths/physics tests (GCSE level), ppl theory based test,talks and tours of scheme and site, group exercises and informal interviews.
Oh and lots of tea and coffee
But all in all a good experience!
The day consisted of maths/physics tests (GCSE level), ppl theory based test,talks and tours of scheme and site, group exercises and informal interviews.
Oh and lots of tea and coffee
But all in all a good experience!
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I know a few guys who went through the scheme, all be it a while ago now, yes they were worked hard and did lots of crap jobs,but the training they received was second to non and they went on to or are going to go onto great careers in the industry.
My advice to anyone looking at the scheme is grab it with all appendages !
Also, if you are going to do some of your training with Propilot ,then again grab the chance ,it will be one of the most interesting and enjoyable times of your career.
My advice to anyone looking at the scheme is grab it with all appendages !
Also, if you are going to do some of your training with Propilot ,then again grab the chance ,it will be one of the most interesting and enjoyable times of your career.