Aer Lingus - Direct Entry Pilot (A320)
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Hi guys,
I'm pretty new to all of this but I also have an interview on 1st Feb and if anyone could give me any quick tips and hints on the most recent selection process that would be amazing!
Thanks a lot x
I'm pretty new to all of this but I also have an interview on 1st Feb and if anyone could give me any quick tips and hints on the most recent selection process that would be amazing!
Thanks a lot x
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Hi Guys, I was there last week, some of them like me got a simulator session schedule this week.
So no offer but still in the loop
But others got the message: What a successful day for you, unfortunately too many applicants, not enough time, we will call you for an interview and simulator the same day
Don't wait for us to call in the next day, we will do it at the end of the assessment process => 3-4 weeks.
Over 24 people 16 got an interview the same day (not know the number of the simulator) I was told that 8 people got the message successful but no time.
There was no message like You did not make it, this is strange, really strange don't you think guy?
310 people => for fewer than 100 positions, there is gonna be people out
I think this message : "What a successful day for you, unfortunately too many applicants, not enough time, we will call you for an interview and simulator the same day.
Don't wait for us to call in the next day, we will do it at the end of the assessment process"
Means: sorry guy, do not kill yourself out of the assessment but we do not choose you. Why the hell are they not talking directly ? They ask people to be honest and they are not. ooops they are asking people to be themselves...
So no offer but still in the loop
But others got the message: What a successful day for you, unfortunately too many applicants, not enough time, we will call you for an interview and simulator the same day
Don't wait for us to call in the next day, we will do it at the end of the assessment process => 3-4 weeks.
Over 24 people 16 got an interview the same day (not know the number of the simulator) I was told that 8 people got the message successful but no time.
There was no message like You did not make it, this is strange, really strange don't you think guy?
310 people => for fewer than 100 positions, there is gonna be people out
I think this message : "What a successful day for you, unfortunately too many applicants, not enough time, we will call you for an interview and simulator the same day.
Don't wait for us to call in the next day, we will do it at the end of the assessment process"
Means: sorry guy, do not kill yourself out of the assessment but we do not choose you. Why the hell are they not talking directly ? They ask people to be honest and they are not. ooops they are asking people to be themselves...
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I am not sure my friend, I was also left confused after my assessment, because we were told one thing and the other happened. However I am preparing for the sim and hopefully the turnaround won't be that long.
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Hi It has never come into your minds that they want to secure a big waiting list ?
So please be honest, if you're in that case, tell me if they call you. I know 4 people who never got called never again
So please be honest, if you're in that case, tell me if they call you. I know 4 people who never got called never again
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Hi Guys!
In my opinion, unless you were terrible at the group exercises, they will want you to make interview and sim, and like this secure a waiting list. They will hire 100, but need at least the double, from what I heard (looks like IAG has a foot on the brake pedal). I had the assessment this week, only one person didn't have the interview in the afternoon, and nobody had the sim, looks like there having scheduling issues.
Like Anunaki, I will prepare for the sim, and see what happens in the coming days/weeks.
Cheers!
In my opinion, unless you were terrible at the group exercises, they will want you to make interview and sim, and like this secure a waiting list. They will hire 100, but need at least the double, from what I heard (looks like IAG has a foot on the brake pedal). I had the assessment this week, only one person didn't have the interview in the afternoon, and nobody had the sim, looks like there having scheduling issues.
Like Anunaki, I will prepare for the sim, and see what happens in the coming days/weeks.
Cheers!
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Hi Guys and Gals,
What is your opinion about looking over the ATPL question banks for the interview?
Are there any multiple choice type tests similar to the ATPL theory exams?
I know we all need to have a good grasp of POF and be able to talk about our previous types/ac and more generic technical questions.
But I am wondering about Air Law and Ops questions? I've been studying EU-OPS but there really is so much in there. I've been focusing on the usual, fuel policy, documents required for flight, alternate requirements, O2 requirements, airspace etc...
Does anyone else expect or have they experienced these types of questions in the interview yet?
Thanks
What is your opinion about looking over the ATPL question banks for the interview?
Are there any multiple choice type tests similar to the ATPL theory exams?
I know we all need to have a good grasp of POF and be able to talk about our previous types/ac and more generic technical questions.
But I am wondering about Air Law and Ops questions? I've been studying EU-OPS but there really is so much in there. I've been focusing on the usual, fuel policy, documents required for flight, alternate requirements, O2 requirements, airspace etc...
Does anyone else expect or have they experienced these types of questions in the interview yet?
Thanks
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Alright, my bad! Then I can't tell. They are pretty responsive on the email, so I guess asking them the status after such a long time may be a good idea. But I'm pretty sure they did.
Anyway we don't have other choice than "wait and see".
Best of luck!
Anyway we don't have other choice than "wait and see".
Best of luck!
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I also did the assessment, they have lots to choose from. They are watching you and secretive on who they want - if they see you and like you -
If they like you and want to interview you they will call you and progress you telling you in private. I was asked for interview in private and many were told possible call back later approx. 8 were interviewed on the day.
strange operation on how they do select but an enjoyable day out.
Be yourself ......
They cannot interview all or give sim checks to all. So do not believe that everyone will get interviewed on the day Interview's for 6- 8 people on the day and some were invited approx. 3 for simulator the next day and others invited later. Not sure if those promised a interview at a later date has happened or not.
All the best
If they like you and want to interview you they will call you and progress you telling you in private. I was asked for interview in private and many were told possible call back later approx. 8 were interviewed on the day.
strange operation on how they do select but an enjoyable day out.
Be yourself ......
They cannot interview all or give sim checks to all. So do not believe that everyone will get interviewed on the day Interview's for 6- 8 people on the day and some were invited approx. 3 for simulator the next day and others invited later. Not sure if those promised a interview at a later date has happened or not.
All the best
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I do not meant to be negative. Just point out the fact, after the day & simu, anybody think they are chosen and be in a cockpit... but Aer Lingus do not call them back. just be aware of that during the long weeks you wait
I work in a private company, when I do interview, I think this is important to inform people of the following steps of the candidates, in real. They don't. Just be aware that's it
Best luck to you
I work in a private company, when I do interview, I think this is important to inform people of the following steps of the candidates, in real. They don't. Just be aware that's it
Best luck to you
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I wasn't aware of this, I was under the impression that they have exhausted the "holding pool" and those placed in it received offers of employment. If that's the case, it would be disheartening to have spent hours of preparation and study, plus the herculean financial stretch some of us did in order to make it there.
However, I am pragmatic and understand that it is the name of the game, they owe us nothing, the industry owe us nothing, it is the choice we made. Keep your chin up, I believe that we will hear this time sooner or later. For me it has been 3 weeks already.
However, I am pragmatic and understand that it is the name of the game, they owe us nothing, the industry owe us nothing, it is the choice we made. Keep your chin up, I believe that we will hear this time sooner or later. For me it has been 3 weeks already.
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Judging by rosters published here...
Assessments started on Jan 22nd - they end Friday 9th.
They can't interview everyone but I flew recently with a guy that got called back for interview 3 months later. then hold pool then offer 6 months later. He is chuffed and through probation already.
This is the biggest intake on record. not everyone will make it this time but they won't know who is yes or no until after they see everyone by next week.
Don't get worked up folks -if you did really obviously poorly they still won't tell you on the day in front of everyone surely that makes sense. Thats kinder.
Hopefully you'll get a call back. I don't envy you folks it's tough but worth it.
They are also using new assessors too so good luck.
Assessments started on Jan 22nd - they end Friday 9th.
They can't interview everyone but I flew recently with a guy that got called back for interview 3 months later. then hold pool then offer 6 months later. He is chuffed and through probation already.
This is the biggest intake on record. not everyone will make it this time but they won't know who is yes or no until after they see everyone by next week.
Don't get worked up folks -if you did really obviously poorly they still won't tell you on the day in front of everyone surely that makes sense. Thats kinder.
Hopefully you'll get a call back. I don't envy you folks it's tough but worth it.
They are also using new assessors too so good luck.
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I will be there next week. Has anybody a hint for me on what they focus most during the tech interview? POF or FLPN PERF, what’s your most suggested topic to go over again?
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