High School Diploma is not listed on the website as a requiremtn. You only need Level 4 (ICAO) English, which I think is at about kindergarten level.

No High School docs required.

Just because you didn't do high school maths doesn't mean you aren't smart enough to turn down the job offer when it comes!

Cav.

Most of the accountants in dubai did not pass high maths and pilots make the worst accountants so i think you are in unless you cant read since there is ample info to help those that can read. Word of advice make sure you read everything and tell toy family everything. There is many cases of problems linked to pilots not telling their families the Truth about dubai

Those that were in the holding pool
 

Many ex CRJ guys flying 777, previous experience on Airbus or Boeing does not automatically mean you will fly the same in EK.

Hi Guys,
Just got back from the interview a few days ago with a joboffer.
I was really impressed by the airline and what I saw during my 4 days down there.
Could any current EK F/O please tell me the annual increment in salary you get each year?
I havn´t accepted the offer yet though, I bring my family down there first for a week before we make up our mind.

Many thanks guys

Last year there was no increase.

Have a look at your contract, it does not mention an annual increment. In the past, you could pretty much count on 3%. Last year, due to the downturn, the increase was 0%, and then the hour limit from which you were paid "overtime" went from 78 hours a month to 92. Considering that most pilot rosters were then averaging 76hours a month, and now the average is 90-91 hours, there has been an effective decrease in pay due to the increase in productivity.

By the way, the contract is not really that important anyway, the company can and does change it to suit their needs and/or desires (not necessarily both together), and they don't negotiate on it, they merely advise you of the change.

A lot of what made EK attractive in the past was not in the contract, but it was there, and you could count on it. Since 2008, everything came under scrutiny, and none of it was sacred, so quite a few changes were made, and not for the better (from our side). But I won't rehash those, please take a bit of time to re-read the various postings on this forum, even earlier postings on this thread.

A word of caution, I don't know where you were shown as possible accommodation, but rumour has it that there is not a lot of it around. You don't want to get caught in temporary accommodation (2 bedroom apartment in downtown Diera or Bur Dubai) with your family. The last guys ended up there for over a year, and a number of families have imploded due to this.

Good luck in your decision making process, if it helps at all, of all the guys who joined in the last 2 years,apart from the guys who were unemployed back home, about 60-80% now feel they would have been better off staying where they were.

I excited. I got hired at the Emirates. I fly plane real good,

Emirates
 

Hello everybody, I ´am shortlisted in Emirates , I would like some information about the asessment eg: topics , what simulator etc.
Last but least : salary of a first officer
I made a search but I did not find anything.
Thanks in advanced

Everything's on this thread....

Search a bit harder :cool:

hi
 

Hello everybody.

once you are shortlisted, how long does it take until interview?

Is anyone getting shortlisted who does not have 55 tone requirement? crj drivers?

Any recent crj guys who got shorlisted and went for an interview to a job offer?


Thanks and good luck to all.

Hahaha, can someone help me up off the floor from laughing. :D

On a daily basis I just cant get over the stupidity of human beings. After ALL THE DIRE WARNINGS about this place and airline, one still wants to walk into the fire.:ugh:

cl65,

If you are shortlisted and they know your background, by definition, would they not be excluding the 55 ton requirement? Why shortlist you if you already don't qualify?

Good luck in your process!

Can someone shed some light on what this Aptitude test on day one in the interview is all about

Former RJ Capt. question
 

I was a captain on the 145, (4000 PIC) 6500 TT, I have been out of
flying working in an engineering firm for the last 5 years. The pay has been much better than at the regional airline, but in this economy pretty much everyone has been laid off. Question is this, if I were to go and pay for a
PC in the 145, to get current again - do you guys think EK would consider me? Do they use their own medical certification or will FAA 1st be sufficient? Thanks to all......:)

contact please
 

I am one of the first self funded student pilot doing the MPL programme in Sharjah which MAY lead to a job in Air Arabia. At the end of training I should end up with circa 500 hours on the A320. I would be happy to work with Air Arabia but just want to see what all my options might be. I live in DXB. Does anyone have a phone number or e mail of someone in EK flight deck recruitment who I can contact to discuss future career prospects at EK. Hope to be flying by 2011. Just finished 850 hours of ground school. Thanks.

Hi!

Was at KLAS job fair this past Fri (23Apr2010). EK said a few days before they lowered the mins now to 10 tonnes.

You need to be CURRENT within the past 12 months, and another guy at job fair said it was current flight time on a JET. So, updated sim/PC check does not help.

I pulled my application off in Feb, but now have it back on. I was hoping to get a US-based job, but that is not looking great right now, so back trying to get an interview with EK.

cliff
KGRB

Accomodation
 

There are 20 villas available next to mine.There are a few older ones that are going to be available because o fsome departures. So for now no shortage....but for the future!!??

So...is there a link or someone willing to describe the latest interview process
 

When I did the process 2 years ago it was 3 days, now some says it is 4 days.
Anyone knows and wants to talk about it? I mean the interview process, not the "WHY OR NOT" someone should come to work @ Emirates.
3 friends are coming to try and I'd like to tell them how it is going to go.
thx

Is anyone else having any problems signing onto the EK job site?? It appears to be crashing....

Emirates requirements for interview have changed
 

:) I was told today, to qualify for an interview with Emirates ,you now need 4000 hours total time with 2000 hours on commercial multi engine jet over 10 tons OR 2500 hours on any multi engine commercial jet over 30 tons .Good luck .:ok:

Hi!

Both of those requirements sound correct to me, via the KLAS job fair. EK said the requirements were lowered (again) on Wed 21 Apr 2010.

It was 55 tonnes, then 20/25, and now 10.

cliff
KGRB
PS-I re-activiated my EK application, as I have been having trouble finding a US-based job. Had my app in at EK for about 2 years, but did not know I never met the minimums, according to the guy at the KLAS job fair. The minimums posted on the website were incorrect, according to him.

2500 TT ? That will open the floodgate for lots of girls and boys from the LOCO,S . No quick command with them either, sure we gonna see a lot of younsters the coming yeaars. Might be refreshing?:p

Next EK Job Fair
 

Please advise if anyone has a list of upcomming Pilot road shows with EK, and where they may be.

Thanks..Sushi

Hello all

Does anyone know if you can apply with less than the minimum hours required and subsequently go through the selection process with the intention of joining once meeting the requirements? I currently have 1500hrs A320 fleet.

Kind Regards
Roy

Did even hear about other requirements. You can now apply although if you have one arm or one leg missing ( or both together provided they are not on the same side ) .
But there are also conditions to follow. An FO on AIB fleet must still have its right arm and a CPT or DEC its left one ( due to FBW – side stick position) . For 777 there are no objections so far.:eek:

so I guess future loho loco defo's will complain having to nurse loho loco dec's around uncharted territory ....


Sorry, had to get rid of that one, on a more serious note now:

I don't mind low hour future collegues, some very low hour locals do a great job, just as others should not come closer than a wingspan to an airliner.

It all runs down to proper assessment and thereafter proper training and follow up on training.

Unfortunately the drying up supply has made assessment a threat, as too many are allowed to slip through who shouldn't. Training has become better, the new team making a great effort, only tarnished by some instructor relicts who, for obvious reasons, can't be weeded out. Follow up on training and checking is generally good, again tarnished by the ones that regularly demonstrate an inadequate level, even fail checks, just to be reinstalled by a few phone calls from relatives ....

update
 

hi,I updated my application after almost 3.5 yrs,is it good enough?do I need to reapply fresh?its been 3 wks after the application,havent heard from EK except an auto reply saying they will get back if they find change in my profile,exp etc.I now hv 7000hrs with 2000 in command on the 737.
Thanks in advance 4 info:ok:

From EK website:


Requirements: For the position of First Officer (prior to joining):

• A minimum of 4,000 hours total flying time.
• A minimum of 2,000 hours flown in multi-crew, multi-engine jet aircraft. Preference will be given to pilots with > 2000 hours on medium to heavy sized jets.
• Applicants must hold a current ICAO ATPL.
• English language fluency is essential (minimum to ICAO ELP Level4).
• All applicants must be current within the last 12 months prior to the date of joining.

No mention about min. tons anymore... another sign that they are not getting enough pilots.

Hello all

Does anyone know if you can apply with less than the minimum hours required and subsequently go through the selection process (With the intention to join once meeting the updated requirements)? I currently have 1500hrs A320 fleet but would be interested in joining end of 2011

Kind Regards
Roy

Hello Roy.

My guess is, that the system may filter you out before you even become "visible" to a recruiter if you don't yet meet the minimums. But do try. If the database keeps your information, it may work in your favor to have applied now as it shows determination when you do get an interview after meeting the requirements.

update
hi,I updated my application after almost 3.5 yrs,is it good enough?do I need to reapply fresh?its been 3 wks after the application,havent heard from EK except an auto reply saying they will get back if they find change in my profile,exp etc.I now hv 7000hrs with 2000 in command on the 737.
Thanks in advance 4 infohttp://images.ibsrv.net/ibsrv/res/sr...ies/thumbs.gif

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If you have that flight time, especially with the 737 PIC, Emirates is about the last place I'd be applying.

Hey guys this is the right link to see the new min:

Minimum Requirements | Flight Deck Crew | Explore Our Careers | Emirates Group Careers Centre

Requirements for the Position of First Officer

- A minimum of 4000 hours total flying time (may include 25% P3 or FEO time to a max of 500 hr).
- A minimum of 2000 hours multi-crew, multi-engine jet aircraft preferably with MTOW of >55T. (P3 time cannot be used for this requirement).
OR
- A minimum of 2500 hours total flying time on a modern commercial multi-engine, multi-crew aircraft jet. (P3 time cannot be used for this requirement)

- Must hold a valid ICAO ATPL
- English language fluency (written and verbal comprehension); ICAO English level (4 or above)
- Experience commensurate with age
- Type rated would be advantageous

=> If you don't have a job could be good.

777 Routes
 

Hey does anyone have a list of the EK 777 routes. This information does not seem to be available.

X-LAX

Hey Contacted,

Thats super info thanks for breaking it down between layovers and without. Much appreciated !

X-Lax :ok:

Hi comrades,

Is it possible for a Bahraini with a JAA CPL+IR (Frozen ATPL) to apply at Emirates?

Thank you all!

Are all new hire F/O's only assigned the B777/330/340? What about the A-380?
Are they lateral moves?

At the moment they are only taking F/Os from the A340 to the A380 as they want them to have 4 engine Airbus experience. It will be a long, long time before an F/O hired today gets anywhere near the A380.

Does anyone know if the current interview has changed much from a few years ago?. Are they still only hiring about 30% of those interviewed?....... Thanks.....(yes, I've looked at this thread and there really isn't anything of substance in the last year or two.)

They seem to be hiring F/O's. I did an online app 7 days ago and got a call to verify some of my information within 2 days.