Joining Qatar Airways (QR) - all you need to know about it (threads merged)
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Excuse me to whine about this again, but two weeks ago I filled in the 8 pages application and had to give preferential dates for the 3rd until the 6th of February. I haven't heard from them ever since and as I write it's already the 3rd in Doha. Does this mean I should loose all hopes? Should I try to apply again later or is it too optimistic to think that they will call/email in the future. I'm very low-houred (minimum requirements met), but I fly world wide on Falcon 900's. Perhaps they don't really look for biz-jet pilots. Anybody with the same issue here?
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Probably they are given preference to B777 fleet.I think they need B777 crew urgently.
But its only read the posts, they need pilots in all fleets.
I am in same sitatuation...
Bye!
But its only read the posts, they need pilots in all fleets.
I am in same sitatuation...
Bye!
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the only reason why there are so many people these days on the forum asking about dates, is because there are so many people world wide out of work.. no other reason, QA has always been in the same state of hire for many year.
the global situation is the only thing that changed.
yes QA has received a new fleet recently, that does require some particularly experienced pilots, but then again it was the same when the A330's first came to this airline.. and so it goes, on and on..
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Krunch
the only reason why there are so many people these days on the forum asking about dates, is because there are so many people world wide out of work.. no other reason, QA has always been in the same state of hire for many year.
the global situation is the only thing that changed.
yes QA has received a new fleet recently, that does require some particularly experienced pilots, but then again it was the same when the A330's first came to this airline.. and so it goes, on and on..
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Well maybe are dates will change since some dates have come and gone and nobody has heard much.
It’s very cold here in Canada and a trip to Doha would be nice!!! For 2 reasons 1 would like to get the opportunity to fly for QR and #2 get the hell out of this cold weather!!
My dates are Feb 18th and 22nd .
Good Luck to All,
Widebody300er
It’s very cold here in Canada and a trip to Doha would be nice!!! For 2 reasons 1 would like to get the opportunity to fly for QR and #2 get the hell out of this cold weather!!
My dates are Feb 18th and 22nd .Good Luck to All,
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Widebody:
you'll have no problem getting the 777 provided you get thru the screening, must be tough in Canada as there has been a few Canadians thru the training center in the past few weeks, as well as many other nationalities, but its the western style english that makes the North Americans stand out a bit more ( U.S. / & Canada).. remember english is not the first language of most of the people you'll meet, so be clear and no slang, use proper english when you speak to anyone.
EPR:
No i cannot give you any layover info.. as I mentioned it varies from layover to layover.. I.E. Bangledesh is just a couple of dollars for the whole day.. whereas those who fly to Moscow would be more than 10 times that amount.
either way.. it's not very much and not even worth talking about.
we get our salary monthly at the end of every month.. all allowences included.
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Krunch
you'll have no problem getting the 777 provided you get thru the screening, must be tough in Canada as there has been a few Canadians thru the training center in the past few weeks, as well as many other nationalities, but its the western style english that makes the North Americans stand out a bit more ( U.S. / & Canada).. remember english is not the first language of most of the people you'll meet, so be clear and no slang, use proper english when you speak to anyone.
EPR:
No i cannot give you any layover info.. as I mentioned it varies from layover to layover.. I.E. Bangledesh is just a couple of dollars for the whole day.. whereas those who fly to Moscow would be more than 10 times that amount.
either way.. it's not very much and not even worth talking about.
we get our salary monthly at the end of every month.. all allowences included.
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If you are applying for F/O do not forget to work out very hard, seems that martial arts are now a requirement in QR , have you heard about the abusive and arrogant captain that was Knocked out by a F/O, because he was mistreated by the captain during a flight????
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Capt Krunch,
It is very tough in Canada jobs now are hard to come by for sure. Well my date for Doha I chose is Feb 22nd however I’ve haven’t heard anything from them and yes I know they are busy but I’m beginning to wonder if they might push these dates to a later time since some have come and gone and nobody has really heard anything. For QR would be a good fit I’m ready for a change and have no kids and I’m not married so I’m looking for a challenge. Thank you for all your insight on the company and the language.
Cheers,
Widebody
It is very tough in Canada jobs now are hard to come by for sure. Well my date for Doha I chose is Feb 22nd however I’ve haven’t heard anything from them and yes I know they are busy but I’m beginning to wonder if they might push these dates to a later time since some have come and gone and nobody has really heard anything. For QR would be a good fit I’m ready for a change and have no kids and I’m not married so I’m looking for a challenge. Thank you for all your insight on the company and the language.
Cheers,
Widebody
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I got an email where they where withdrawing my interview sim assessment offer. But it was not signed to me, it was in a completely different name and sent to me! Anyone have similar experience?
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shame, well this can happen sometimes. it's just finger trouble on behalf of the clerk who sent the email.
just send it back and inform them of the error.
not very professional on the part of QA. but, errors can happen
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krunch
just send it back and inform them of the error.
not very professional on the part of QA. but, errors can happen
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krunch
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Thanks everybody for posting, esp. Krunch for providing some insight into the QR operation.
I'm in the same boat, low time jet, not typed, got the mail in early January to select dates and flights for screening in February. Nothing but silence ever since. I guess we all need to be patient and keep up the hopes. They seem to have one aircraft per month joining the fleet, so crew will be needed. Maybe they are just delaying everything due to the worldwide economic crisis. Just one of many possible explanations I guess.
Keeping the fingers crossed.
I'm in the same boat, low time jet, not typed, got the mail in early January to select dates and flights for screening in February. Nothing but silence ever since. I guess we all need to be patient and keep up the hopes. They seem to have one aircraft per month joining the fleet, so crew will be needed. Maybe they are just delaying everything due to the worldwide economic crisis. Just one of many possible explanations I guess.
Keeping the fingers crossed.
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Guys / Girls:
if your getting close to a previously agreed date with QA, it really wont hurt to send a email, a query of sorts, politely asking of your current standing within the interview process.
now don't bother to do this if you just filled out the on-line application ( even upon request ) and have heard nothing.. then that department will be overwhelmed with emails and the responses will be little to none.
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Krunch
if your getting close to a previously agreed date with QA, it really wont hurt to send a email, a query of sorts, politely asking of your current standing within the interview process.
now don't bother to do this if you just filled out the on-line application ( even upon request ) and have heard nothing.. then that department will be overwhelmed with emails and the responses will be little to none.
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Krunch
FO B777 Salary
Dear Collegues, I would like to know how much is the salary for a B777 FO without overtime, housing allowances and perdiem. Pocket money only.
Thanks.
Thanks.
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Are the school fees paid regardless of where the children are? My scenario would be to stay in Qatar for a year, then have my wife and 2 children join me when I'm settled in. One of my children already attends a private school in the UK.
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coldplayer
keep this in mind Guys / Girls.
This is the Middle East.. Friday and Saturday is the weekend... work weeks is Sunday to Thrusday.
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Krunch
keep this in mind Guys / Girls.
This is the Middle East.. Friday and Saturday is the weekend... work weeks is Sunday to Thrusday.
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Hi Capt. Krunch!
I sent an Email to the recruitment yesterday afternoon following your post as my first chosen date was on the 4th. No news yet but the automated read receipt. I'll keep you updated if they come back to me.
Regards,
I sent an Email to the recruitment yesterday afternoon following your post as my first chosen date was on the 4th. No news yet but the automated read receipt. I'll keep you updated if they come back to me.
Regards,