Flight deck positions at FlyDubai Master Thread - Merged
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We are in the UAE for as long as we are needed then we are out.
As such, we need to maintain property in our home countries AND have somewhere to live here.
As such, we need to maintain property in our home countries AND have somewhere to live here.
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The schedules are terrible and scheduling software is just an excuse. We have 6 airplanes and a limited number of routes. There are enough pilots here to have absolutely wonderful schedules since we are only working part time! We are only getting 7 or 8 days off a month. The only reason I'm posting this is because I want people to know I don't think it will get any better.
Finally, If you decide to come here to Flydubai, you will enjoy the other flight crew. They are from all over the world and for the most part, fun to work with.
Finally, If you decide to come here to Flydubai, you will enjoy the other flight crew. They are from all over the world and for the most part, fun to work with.
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hey guys how's the current hiring going on? I've been looking around and flydubai looks like a good place, but I'd like to know what are competitive minimums and how many are they looking to hire? I'm aiming at the FO deal. They published 500 hrs. min. on a 737 "glass". Would 1000 hrs. in the 737-300/500 no NG be enough? what are the actual average mins. Any recent info?
thanx
thanx
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I know it will have to get better than it is now simply because we will be getting more routes.While we only have 7-8 days scheduled off, I know I am getting quite a few more than that since we aren't being used on standby days.
That isn't necessarily good, because the pay isn't up, but we are not flying the other 22 days of the month. We are also home every night (or day).
I also would like to know why you think the software is an excuse? Just negative? Wait and see, and I will be the first to admit a problem when one becomes apparent. As long as I am kept in the loop and things are being done to correct issues, I will give the powers that be a chance.
I totally agree that the flight crews are the best part of working here. Good times!
DDRJ440,
I would guess the average FO has 5000-6000 hours total time, most of that in jets. Half or so in the 737 of one variant or another. 1000 in the 300/500 should be enough if you have quality experience besides that, decent total time and a type rating in the 737.
I want this to be clear to all considering flydubai: this place is not perfect. It is far from it. There are issues with the rosters, we do not have all of our destinations, and there are certainly the standard folks you run into at all companies building their own empires. If you are flexible however, I think it is a great place. It is one of the best airlines I have worked at from a people perspective. We have folks that really care about the direction of the airline, and from the management I have seen genuine effort to make things right (which is why I am inclined to give the schedules a chance to sort out as we get the routes and aircraft to support good rosters). We can all complain about the company we work for - even the best in the world! All in all, there are fewer gripes here than at any other airline I have seen, especially in the Middle East.
If anyone has any questions at all, I will do my best to answer them as honestly and unbiased as possible.
Hope that helps!
RandyBMC
That isn't necessarily good, because the pay isn't up, but we are not flying the other 22 days of the month. We are also home every night (or day).
I also would like to know why you think the software is an excuse? Just negative? Wait and see, and I will be the first to admit a problem when one becomes apparent. As long as I am kept in the loop and things are being done to correct issues, I will give the powers that be a chance.
I totally agree that the flight crews are the best part of working here. Good times!
DDRJ440,
I would guess the average FO has 5000-6000 hours total time, most of that in jets. Half or so in the 737 of one variant or another. 1000 in the 300/500 should be enough if you have quality experience besides that, decent total time and a type rating in the 737.
I want this to be clear to all considering flydubai: this place is not perfect. It is far from it. There are issues with the rosters, we do not have all of our destinations, and there are certainly the standard folks you run into at all companies building their own empires. If you are flexible however, I think it is a great place. It is one of the best airlines I have worked at from a people perspective. We have folks that really care about the direction of the airline, and from the management I have seen genuine effort to make things right (which is why I am inclined to give the schedules a chance to sort out as we get the routes and aircraft to support good rosters). We can all complain about the company we work for - even the best in the world! All in all, there are fewer gripes here than at any other airline I have seen, especially in the Middle East.
If anyone has any questions at all, I will do my best to answer them as honestly and unbiased as possible.
Hope that helps!
RandyBMC
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Thank you very much Randy I have been following your posts. I am pretty sure that FD is a great place to work at, sure some improvements have to be made but if everybody heads in the same direction the result should be good..... Concerning the roster, do you think that the Ryanair model (5 ON/ 4 OFF) will come in application in FD? I guess with more A/Cs and Pilots it would be the easiest and most economic.
I want also to ask you some infos about the recruitment for the moment as it seems to be such a mess.
In my case I received a phone call in january to check my details, my contact told me to expect an e-mail for an interview in March, since then nothing ... three weeks ago I answerd an Add of Recruit Appoint, it appears to be for Fly Dubai, and the e-mail I received from them was stating that they where the choosen Agency for FD 2010 recruitment, and that even if I have apply via the FD website I have to reapply via Recruit Appoint???
To be honest I begin to find this attitude unprofessional. For the moment I have a really well paid job in Europe ,but 2 months ago I would have joined FD without any hesitation. Now I am a bit perplex and I have the impression that if I received one day any news from FD I will just put the phone down and go for my captain upgrade in my actual company. Sad as the idea of a professionnal adventure in the sandpit was pleasing my family.
I want also to ask you some infos about the recruitment for the moment as it seems to be such a mess.
In my case I received a phone call in january to check my details, my contact told me to expect an e-mail for an interview in March, since then nothing ... three weeks ago I answerd an Add of Recruit Appoint, it appears to be for Fly Dubai, and the e-mail I received from them was stating that they where the choosen Agency for FD 2010 recruitment, and that even if I have apply via the FD website I have to reapply via Recruit Appoint???
To be honest I begin to find this attitude unprofessional. For the moment I have a really well paid job in Europe ,but 2 months ago I would have joined FD without any hesitation. Now I am a bit perplex and I have the impression that if I received one day any news from FD I will just put the phone down and go for my captain upgrade in my actual company. Sad as the idea of a professionnal adventure in the sandpit was pleasing my family.
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Do not be fooled that lack of news represents a happy ship. flydubai is nothing more than Emirates Airlines Lite. Management at this airline have probably set a record in their speed of destruction of crew morale and for failing to deliver what was sold at the interview. Expect a pilot exodus when the bond periods expire, and even some before that!
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FO hiring at FD
Hey all!
Lot of interesting posts and ideas being shared here. I have personally applied for a FO position at FD about a couple of weeks ago. No news yet. Was wondering if any you experienced folk out there know what the current hiring scene is.
I think I may meet the mins to interview but they probably have a huge enough pool already. I have abt 3000 hrs total of which 1500 plus on the -7/8/900s. Any inside info or tips would be nice~!~
Cheers
Lot of interesting posts and ideas being shared here. I have personally applied for a FO position at FD about a couple of weeks ago. No news yet. Was wondering if any you experienced folk out there know what the current hiring scene is.
I think I may meet the mins to interview but they probably have a huge enough pool already. I have abt 3000 hrs total of which 1500 plus on the -7/8/900s. Any inside info or tips would be nice~!~
Cheers
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mandatory to live in DXB ?
Hey FD guys,
Just wondering if it is mandatory for you to live in Dubai or can you live in Al Ain ? I know some very very nice villas that are cheaper than alot in Dubai. Schools are ALOT cheaper and the place is filling up with expats! Great place to have your families.
Just wondering if it is mandatory for you to live in Dubai or can you live in Al Ain ? I know some very very nice villas that are cheaper than alot in Dubai. Schools are ALOT cheaper and the place is filling up with expats! Great place to have your families.
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I don't get outta bed for less than 350AED
350AED for working your day off? Wow, where do I sign up. I cant think of anywhere else in the world who would pay me 50quid to give up my day off 
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can anyone tell me if flying hours at FD have gone up to 60+ a month now?
what is the procedure once u land in DXB after u get a job?ground school,sims,regulation exam??????how long before one gets released on line and what salary?
does FD give accomodation during training?
I am already on the NG.
thanks in advance.
what is the procedure once u land in DXB after u get a job?ground school,sims,regulation exam??????how long before one gets released on line and what salary?
does FD give accomodation during training?
I am already on the NG.
thanks in advance.
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Hours are variable month to month depending on how much training the company is doing at the moment. Also, your amount of flying is not affected if you have leave or fly a full month. Some how the rosters all come out with the same block hours, meaning the guys with leave fly the longer sectors and the guys with no leave have 8 days off and fly all the short flights during the month. 
Procedure after you land? Indoc, GCAA Air Law test, medical, get the visa and other paper work taken care of on your own. Company provides hotel during first month by keeping your first month housing allowance (all of it), then you are on your own to find housing. Some of the pilots have setup a briefing day to come in and explain everything the company does not help with (care about helping with) to get you settled easier.
Salary as published on company website. How long to the line depends on GCAA paperwork and if you have problems in training (CAE delays, instructors available, etc....). Average, about 4-6 weeks to get everything in order.
If you are already on the NG, stay where you are at now. This is not the place to lateral unless your operator is going under.
Procedure after you land? Indoc, GCAA Air Law test, medical, get the visa and other paper work taken care of on your own. Company provides hotel during first month by keeping your first month housing allowance (all of it), then you are on your own to find housing. Some of the pilots have setup a briefing day to come in and explain everything the company does not help with (care about helping with) to get you settled easier.
Salary as published on company website. How long to the line depends on GCAA paperwork and if you have problems in training (CAE delays, instructors available, etc....). Average, about 4-6 weeks to get everything in order.
If you are already on the NG, stay where you are at now. This is not the place to lateral unless your operator is going under.
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Hi FZckntkawrap
Thanks for the informative post. Just wondering why you're advising against coming across from another NG operator to FD? I am an FO on the NG in Europe but have a FD interview in the coming weeks, so any info (good or bad) appreciated.
Thanks a lot.
Thanks for the informative post. Just wondering why you're advising against coming across from another NG operator to FD? I am an FO on the NG in Europe but have a FD interview in the coming weeks, so any info (good or bad) appreciated.
Thanks a lot.