Tnt/Asl airlines belgium
 

Hi has anyone recently done the Assessment at Tnt/asl airlines in Belgium.
I have an interview in september

Unfortunately not and I have apply like 10 time.

Best of luck.

Did anyone recently go through the selection process that is willing to share some info?

Hi
Is anyone out there who can provide information regarding the theoretical test?
Thanks in advance!

Hey himmelhund, I suppose you are invited on the 13th of March as well ?

If you guys have any infos to share, that would be great !
About what to expect for this test, how many questions, and mains subjects ..

Is it purely atpl questions ?

Thanks in advance !

Salut Theo,

yes, I´ll be there on 13MAR as well.

Have you found any information in the internet?
Haven´t found anything :-(

Nothing at all neither !
Looks like it's gonna be a real surprise ahah

What's your level of experience?

21 yo
300 hrs total
integrated atpl with CTC Aviation

30 y/o, frozen ATPL, SPL incl. FI, Flight Dispatcher and round about 800hrs total

Hey Guys, I am invited for the theoretical Test on 13th March, too.

Hi Everyone, invited for the theoretical test the 29th of March. Would be much appreciated if you'd share your experiences.
Also, I haven't found someone who works there or knows the details of the test.

Thanks!

I know someone who works there but apparently this is quite new. So he is doesn't know either what to expect ..

I ll try to give a feedback on this topic after my test.

Thanks, and all good luck with studying.
I'm going through all the ATLP topics, your feedback would help me greatly

Hi there!!

Hope you did great on your test, Any chance to get some feedback?

Thanks in advance :)

Hello guys,
What about the type rating there (BAE or 737), any bond or else ?

Thanks

Feedback
 

Hey guys,

I'm also invited for the theoretical test on the 29th. Anyone willing to share how it was?

Kind regards

Been there for the interview, did not pass it. I wonder what they are looking for...though they are very nice in front of you.
Study well your knowledges (Definitions, Performances, Jeppesen). I guess the theory test you had, is easier than the interview, You know or you don't know. The interview is different, they like you or they don't. It is all about subjectivity aftermath, IMHO.
If you're belgian with a current type rating, I guess that's a good point on your side .Management seem all belgians...so...
About the cargo night ? even if it's not a problem for you, it is not a great selling point though.
Expect some technical questions. A few may be tricky, but that's ok and very interesting (but very picky question!), if you don't know just say it, be honest and at least you'll even learn things or review some stuff. They are helper as well if you struggle.
But if they help a bit, I guess you lose points haha.
Im not sure if it really matters for them to know all perfectly. Unless they are looking for the perfect guy who knows everything. Difficult to say. Personnally I did well most of the time, but 2 questions I struggled or did not know. Im not perfect
and we don't know everything. But we are supposed to know where to find the right information aren't we ?
A few HR questions. Classic except one or two.... e.g : does your employer knows you're seeking another position? (really... and you ? are you going to tell your employer you're seeking another position? )

Wish you all the best guys.

How many questions was the test? Was it covering all ATPL subjects with some focus on specific ones or only specific ones?

Hi Michael,

How was your test? Can you update us on the process. How many others were there, how long did it take etc?

Thanks

Thanks!
Got the invitation for assessment today..
What kind of theoretical questions can I expect at the first stage?

Theoretical test
 

Just heard that I passed the Theoretical test.

20 questions, no multiple choice.
What I remember:

-weather charts symbols like volcanic eruption and icing etc.
-abbreviations like FADEC, MTOW.
-what is the minimum fuel required to be allowed to take-of
-decode a METAR
-definition of BCMNG
-what is a great circle track
-what is a wet start and what do you do?
-what is the clearway
-what is Dutch roll?
Seperation times after take off with wake turbulance
-5 dangers of thunderstorms
-what is an inversion

Thats what I remember. They might have different versions though. I'm not sure. Hope it helps.

If anyone has some more info on the interview that would be appreciated

net income for a captain?
 

Has anyone an idea about the net income for a captain with asl?

Any idea if they directly recruit on the 747 and what the requirements are?

Any info about the second and third stage of the selection process?

Hi guys, just discovered this topic. I applied for an FO Position within ASL Airlines Belgium last September and was succesful. Currently flying on the line.
Regarding the theoretical test, since it recently got implemented I don't have any feedback to share with you guys. What I can tell however is that ASLB is a great company to work for.
If succesful you will either start on B757 or B737-400 depending on the vacancies. B737-400 is more likely though. Type Rating is entirely funded by the company. You can expect mainly night flying, not easy to cope with from time to time. On the other hand, you don't fly much, I would say around 350-400 block hours a year. As a result you get to spend a lot of time home. Would you have any further questions, feel free to drop me a pm :)

Can't drop a PM but you've got a mail.

Theorotical test
 

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Hello folks,

I went to the two first steps. Unfortunately I under performed at the technical questions during the interview so I didn't pass.

Nothing much to add about the first step, there are twenty questions straight from the "Ace" book. It's not a traditional multiple-choice questionnaire, you have to write an answer. It seems they are different questionnaires with some variations. Here are those I remember:

What is a flat-rated engine?
What is the relationship between stall speed and weight?
What are the three purposes of spoilers?
What is a stopway?
What is Vmca?

Describe the four segments of a take-off (twin engine)
Basic QNH calculation (QFE 980 hPa at an airfield at 200m AMSL: what is the approximate QNH?)
Ten abbreviations to explain: PBN, MOCA, REIL, NADP, RNP, ETOPS, TCAS, FADEC, ...
Some SIGWX symbols to explain
What is the minimum fuel required to dispatch an aircraft?
METAR to decode
Take-off separation in minutes, from the same point and from an intermediate point
What is a great circle track?
Explain a hold entry
What are the ISA condtions at sea level?
What are the two types of taxiway lightings?

What is a clearway?
What is Vmcg?
What is the most efficient system for stopping at high speed?


Then I was invited to the interview. The HR part was classical: introduction, why a cargo airline, what is your plan to commute, etc.
Then, the technical questions. Boy, was I bad that day. There was a white board and they asked me to use it to answer the questions. As I remember:
- you go around at minimums after a CAT I approach. You climb following the standard missed approach gradient. What is your elevation after 10 NM? (hint: 2,4%, don't forget to add the DH)
- you fly straight to a VOR, heading 220°. You are asked to hold on radial 280 (standard hold). What is the type of entry into the hold? (I'm afraid I mixed up the radial with the inbound track)
- what is the landing climb gradient on a twin-engine? What is the associated airplane configuration? Same question for an approach climb.
- what is RVSM?

Basically nothing difficult. Just make sure to review the performance chapter.

Oh, also I suggest you spare some time to visit Liège. I enjoyed it ;)

thank you for your information, did everyone applied for the 737 or the 747?

sorry you for LeBigleu,
anyway, those people are looking for the guy who knows everything about these questions, but that will not make you the best pilot.
I guess you did not have any debrief ? not very professionnal...

i have to disagree on this. They are not looking for someone able to answer all these questions. What they want to see however is someone capable of using his knowledge in order to find its way through and give a consistent answer.

Feedback- Interview
 

Hey all,

I was invited to ASL for the selection process. The theoretical test is exactly as described above. Fairly straight forward. There were around 18 candidates on the day.
Next stage was the interview, however it might not necessarily be in that order. Could be Sim then interview etc.
Basically they had me tell them about myself, background etc. Next they asked me 4 tech questions. Holdings, CAT 1 approach, wake turbulance seperation and RVSM. The holding I made a stupid error, but corrected it and got the right entry. Wake turbulance and RVSM no problem and the Q about CAT 1 i screwed up. Nerves I guess. Then they asked if I had any Qs. Which I did. Think I asked more Qs than they did! Overall I think I was in there for 10-15mins max! Got the thanks but no thanks email a few hours later. I have to say I left the interview very underwhelmed. My first pilot selection process since graduating end of 2016. I worked extremely hard the last few weeks as I expected more from the interview itself. How they could get to know me after 4 tech Qs and a 5min chat I dont know. I guess they just didnt like me😢. Im a bit older than most graduates - career switcher, Im from the UK but have lived in Belgium for nearly 7 years and very much settled here. (speak dutch). Overall Im really gutted and really wanted to sell myself but felt that the opportunity never arose. It was over as quick as it started. Took me by suprise TBH. At least I got that far and I appreciate that I finally got a chance to go to an actual interview. Good luck to those that get selected💪

Hi Malkovitch,
Try other airlines, try companies with smaller planes, look for options (FI, tow gliders etc. temporarly) but never give up

Thanks,
I certainly wont give up. Had an email from another company shortly after the bad news. Maybe I can go for selection there. One door closes another opens?

Are the theoretical test and HR/technical interview held on the first stage now?

Hello guys,
I just passed the written test last week. Pretty much all similar to what described above really. You should not be surprised if you rely on this.
As I m invited to the interview in 2 weeks, I've been wondering what type of technical questions do they ask?
Thank you in advance for your help.

I would say don't waste your time (=money ) with them but if you want to give a try well:
-expect questions about holding patterns entries, altimetry (you are on glide perfectly, you should pass an OM at 1300feet according to the chart but your altimeter's showing 1500feet, why?), RVSM definition, and some acronyms words very useful for pilots from JEPPESEN charts (oh don't expect what HIALS mean, with them, too useful and easy, expect something you barely see and care lol). Climb gradients to know (review performances and especially CS25 certification).
that's it. Very picky questions, but they do not seem to change so much so...it becomes pointless finally. I should have read this forum before going there yes.
So review IFR mostly I would say.

There is no global mark taken into account. If you pass one stage, you'll go for sim check. But if you fail sim it's "thank you sir, you've failed, byebye" no debrief, nothing, no matter if you did great during interview and theory.

good luck mate
(PS: save the max amount for your trip to go up there or you'll regret...)

Thank you midnightcity for your exhaustive debrief. I am perfectly aware i am playing at an expensive game. Who tries nothing has nothing.
Can you tell me more about these bloody jepp acronyms?
Once again thx mate for your help ;)

I do'nt remember what I got..:/ but I recommend you to check a big airport such as Amsterdam, London...and check all accronyms you go through.
Jeppesen student pilot route manual is a very good tool to get. Quite expensive though.