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NADSY .... thx for sharing, good luck with the process .... remember that you would not have got an interview invite if they do not deem you and your background already suitable ..... merry xmas
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I got a letter from QF today.... UNFORTUNATELY, BLAH BLAH.... But it does say that I am 'eligible to apply for future Cadet Programs'. Does this mean that I didn't totally bum out? Or does everyone get the same?
I was under the impression that you can only try once or a maximum of twice?
I was under the impression that you can only try once or a maximum of twice?
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Numbers Up,
When I asked about the commercial program a few months ago they said that they'd be using Adelaide Flight Training and I presume this hasn't changed. Whilst I don't know what they plan to use for the cadets, AFT - according to the website - is in the process of acquiring 7 Twin Stars so you'd think that most of the multi-engine training would be done on them.
YM,
Bad luck on receiving the letter - my understanding is that no one loses the ability to re-apply but this may only relate to people who later apply for DE positions. May I ask the stage at which you got the news?
When I asked about the commercial program a few months ago they said that they'd be using Adelaide Flight Training and I presume this hasn't changed. Whilst I don't know what they plan to use for the cadets, AFT - according to the website - is in the process of acquiring 7 Twin Stars so you'd think that most of the multi-engine training would be done on them.
YM,
Bad luck on receiving the letter - my understanding is that no one loses the ability to re-apply but this may only relate to people who later apply for DE positions. May I ask the stage at which you got the news?
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airjordan: ye it sucks, stupid weather cant gte NVFR in, im actually contemplating on going to Perth (i live in briss) for 3 or 4 days in a week or so to get my flight test in! i know its expensive option but dont want to risk getting rolled back....i also got my ATPL theory starting on 7th of JAN so that will keep me busy if havne't heard back or been denied entry!
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Anyone actually failed the first time around and go in the next? It would be interesting to see how many actually got through..
cudza101 I was applying for the Swinburne Associate Degree. I got to only the second stage.
cudza101 I was applying for the Swinburne Associate Degree. I got to only the second stage.
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Hi every body, just catching up on the latest updates, I'm also applying for the winter intake for the commercial course, but have only just realised that they are now training in Adelaide!! Does anyone know anything about the set up, whether cadets will be accommodated in the 'college' or whether it's up to the individuals to find a place to live? Any info would be great, and also any news about interviews/tests for those going for the winter course.
Thanks, and good luck to all
Bush Pilot
Thanks, and good luck to all
Bush Pilot
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Bush Pilot -
This isn't first hand information, but from multiple reliable sources, there are dorm rooms at the Adelaide flying school the cadets share, apparently its quite nice, they've got a gym, a swimming pool (or so I've heard) and all the meals are provided. About $6000 on top of the already quoted figures for the length of the cadet course.
This isn't first hand information, but from multiple reliable sources, there are dorm rooms at the Adelaide flying school the cadets share, apparently its quite nice, they've got a gym, a swimming pool (or so I've heard) and all the meals are provided. About $6000 on top of the already quoted figures for the length of the cadet course.
, least im eligible to re-apply for future courses....
Nunc est bibendum
3-8 Echo.
It's been 15 years since I graduated from FTA so I suspect things may have changed some. This is the gen I have on the place and I accept zero responsibility for the accuracy of it.
Accommodation: Each cadet has their own room with a bed and desk. There are four rooms to a shared lounge room and bathroom. Two of these dorms generally adjoin each other and share the laundry facilities. We all pitched in and bought a decent size TV and ended up with all eight of us sharing the one lounge room. The other one was used for storage of all sorts of things...push bikes, footies, random junk, etc.
Gym: I hope it's improved. When we were there the demand dropped and I think it became a prayer room for the Indonesian Muslims for a while. Perhaps it's back to being a gym again!
Swimming pool exists but it's pretty small. I hear they did put in a swimming jet so you can swim 'laps' in it and go for a while.
Not sure how much they charge these days (accommodation and messing was free when I was down there.....as was most of the flight training but that's another story completely) but the mess is adequate. Quite large. Has a bar area as well. You'll get sick of eating every meal there and will want some kind of change. Head towards the city.....it's not safe going north!
It's been 15 years since I graduated from FTA so I suspect things may have changed some. This is the gen I have on the place and I accept zero responsibility for the accuracy of it.
Accommodation: Each cadet has their own room with a bed and desk. There are four rooms to a shared lounge room and bathroom. Two of these dorms generally adjoin each other and share the laundry facilities. We all pitched in and bought a decent size TV and ended up with all eight of us sharing the one lounge room. The other one was used for storage of all sorts of things...push bikes, footies, random junk, etc.
Gym: I hope it's improved. When we were there the demand dropped and I think it became a prayer room for the Indonesian Muslims for a while. Perhaps it's back to being a gym again!
Swimming pool exists but it's pretty small. I hear they did put in a swimming jet so you can swim 'laps' in it and go for a while.
Not sure how much they charge these days (accommodation and messing was free when I was down there.....as was most of the flight training but that's another story completely) but the mess is adequate. Quite large. Has a bar area as well. You'll get sick of eating every meal there and will want some kind of change. Head towards the city.....it's not safe going north!
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Originally Posted by OhForSure
Lets talk flight tests... Have any of you Autumn guys done your flight test yet? If so, would you mind PM'ing me? Cheers to anybody who can help. 
And me, too!
For anyone still interested in the living conditions at FTA, all the information can be found here and here...
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Hey all,
i've been looking on and off at this topic as I will be applying for the swinburne bachelor's degree for the '09 cadet course.
bad luck for all of those who didn't quite make it, and congrats for all of those who have so far been going well!
for those in my position, what should i expect and are they any pointers that would help those like me with getting that edge for the prospective stages?
cheers,
Nick
i've been looking on and off at this topic as I will be applying for the swinburne bachelor's degree for the '09 cadet course.
bad luck for all of those who didn't quite make it, and congrats for all of those who have so far been going well!
for those in my position, what should i expect and are they any pointers that would help those like me with getting that edge for the prospective stages?
cheers,
Nick
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Flight Test
Lets talk flight tests... Have any of you Autumn guys done your flight test yet? If so, would you mind PM'ing me? Cheers to anybody who can help.
If anybody has any information on the Level 2 Cadet Flight Test, I would also appreciate some feedback. PM me with any details.
Cheers
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Nadsy !!!!
How is everyone progressing .......... I am a Comm Winter applicant and have only had one email saying they have record number of applications and everyone will receive a response by end of Feb ........
Nadsy, have you had that interview yet??
Nadsy, have you had that interview yet??
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yeah a relo of mine got accepted the other day in the associate degree - preety slack of them to not call back - hopefuilly this means your in a with a chance! - they send a letter with a "dont call us well call you" hehe