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Old 24th Jan 2017, 21:53
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Well it sounds like your application is very competitive. It may be just a case of waiting that little bit longer for a spot to open up. You could try calling Tamworth FSP to try and get an idea of where you're currently sitting in the pool. I was medically cleared around the end of July and have been placed in the Feb 12 FSP so thats a solid 6/7 months, I also considered myself fairly competitive.

Also, did you say you would consider an ACO position? That would be why they are offering you the OSB for that first as opposed to FSP.

Hopefully you hear some positive news soon.
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Old 25th Jan 2017, 01:15
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Thanks ARJM,

I am just worried about the waiver I got. I am hoping they dont see it and push me to the bottom of the pool. I don't have the courage to call FSP and see where I am hahaha. I am just wondering how the will interpret the waiver?

On the other end I demolished my assessment day which demonstrates my leadership ability and and life experience. Resume was great and had 5 references, one being an air force scholarship within the Air Force Cadets.

SO essentially it is trying to pick what matters more, test scores or assessment day??

I am sure I will get a spot but there is always that train of uncertainty that fills your mind with doubt. In regards to ACO i put it as my second preference as I wanted to demonstrate I am keen to be an officer but I don't think I would like to be an ACO or JBAC.

Also, apparently they are getting desperate for pilots? Can anyone shed some light?
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Old 25th Jan 2017, 04:14
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Yeah definitely seems like you tick all the boxes mate. I don't know how they view waivers though. You would think that having a PPL would mean your proficiency in gauge reading is a given.

I would definitely recommend you give them a call mate. I think it shows eagerness. Otherwise just wait it out as I'm sure you won't be far off getting the call (or email).

Good luck mate
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Old 30th Jan 2017, 07:49
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Originally Posted by ARJM
Hey guys,

Just seeing if anyone has received an offer for PSF between 12-25 Feb. I will be there at that time and would be good to touch base with people before I get down there.

Cheers
ARJM! I got a call this morning, someone dropped off the course so I've been placed on the same one I'll see you down there!

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Old 30th Jan 2017, 11:34
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Great to hear RachelJ, congrats! What airport are you flying out of?
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Old 30th Jan 2017, 19:59
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Thanks ARJM!! I'll be flying out from the Gold Coast. Should get the JI and itinerary today. You?
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Old 31st Jan 2017, 00:07
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Flying out Brisbane with a stop over in Sydney then on to Tamworth at 1220 for a 1325 arrival. Let me know if you're on the same flight out of Sydney as we could meet up before we board
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Old 31st Jan 2017, 03:12
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Well looks like a good day,

I am on the FSP that starts on Sunday the 26th to Saturday the 11th of March.

Got the email today and confirmed ASAP.

Looks like my waiver did not impact at all. It was a 4 month break including the Christmas period.

Is there a whatsapp or discussion group we all can join?
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Old 31st Jan 2017, 03:45
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We are on the same flight to Tamworth out of Sydney ARJM! Yew! I fly in to Sydney at 9am so plenty of time to meet up beforehand if you're around early too

Congrats Harrybass3! Everybody is heading down so soon. Exciting times!
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Old 31st Jan 2017, 04:19
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Congrats harrybass, awesome news! Theres a facebook page Ive just been added to. Add me on facebook and I will add you in, my name is Alex Macdonald.
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Old 31st Jan 2017, 04:59
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can you pm me link to your facebook? there are a few Alex Macdonalds
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Old 31st Jan 2017, 23:13
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Perfect RachelJ, I tried to send you a pm with a link to my facebook but it wont let me. What is your last name?
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Old 1st Feb 2017, 00:13
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ARJM and RachelJ - I'm leaving this Saturday from the Gold Coast so I'll see you down there on the 12th
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Old 1st Feb 2017, 01:30
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I'll PM you AJRM, my surname should be easy to find on Facebook mad cwalsh! See you down there!
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Old 2nd Feb 2017, 01:23
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Hey Guys,
Just wondering if there's been any instant in the past, where you've been recommended(middle third and competitive) after FSP, but then deemed not competitive, and still gotten an offer?
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Old 3rd Feb 2017, 12:06
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Hey guys,

I've recently received some fantastic news that I will be on the 12-25 March FSP, I'm beyond excited for it Is anyone else on this course that would like to get in touch before we get to Tamworth?

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Old 4th Feb 2017, 11:28
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Congratulations!

Originally Posted by ARJM
Hey guys,

Just seeing if anyone has received an offer for PSF between 12-25 Feb. I will be there at that time and would be good to touch base with people before I get down there.

Cheers
Hey! My names Nick and I'm based in Brisbane, I've also received an offer to attend PSF from the 12-25 Feb, I've only just recently discovered this thread however, are you on the 0905 flight out of Brisbane on Sunday 12/02/17?
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Old 4th Feb 2017, 11:37
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Hi Tothesky,

Congratulations on receiving an offer, I've received an offer for the FSP from the 05th-18th of March and I am beyond excited as well!

It looks like we will see each other during the crossover period, feel free to get in contact if you would like to go over some study preparation.

Is there anyone here with an offer to attend FSP during the 05th-18th? It would be great to get in contact beforehand to share the excitement.
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Old 5th Feb 2017, 20:47
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Hey Nick, I sure am on that flight! PM a link to your facebook and I will add you
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Old 12th Feb 2017, 16:01
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Study Group

Hey Markdo, ARJM, and anyone else going for flight screening soon

I myself am going for the FSP on the 26th till 10th. I am on QF2004 from Sydney leaving at 1220. Will be in Sydney from the 15th onwards and very keen to meet anyone going on course or at least connect via Facebook. My Facebook ID is blakeyhawk and name is Blake Hawkins. Email is [email protected]. Feel free to send me a message if you want to start a study group or know some people in a group already. Super keen for flight screening and hope to see a few of you there.

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This has been posted up before, and another member of this forum has formed a study group now sharing ideas and study material. Just a shout out for anyone else who is interested in joining for more details just shoot me an email.
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