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Forum: South Asia and the Far East
14th May 2011, 02:43
Replies: 126
Views: 27,669
Posted By Nevrekar

Go to Dr. Pocha in Mumbai for an FAA Class .

I highly recommend Dr. Nusly Pocha in Mumbai for an FAA Class I if needed. I have been going to him since 2007. He has been an FAA AME for 27 years. He knows his stuff. He will examine you and do all...
Forum: Middle East
10th Apr 2011, 02:25
Replies: 1
Views: 2,884
Posted By Nevrekar

In the U.S. Sim jobs pay somewhere between...

In the U.S. Sim jobs pay somewhere between 65-80K/year depending on the A/C. So I would expect that it would pay that as a minimum plus the usual expat package for travel, housing and schooling. 80K...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
10th Apr 2011, 02:06
Replies: 21
Views: 4,050
Posted By Nevrekar

The situation in India as elsewhere when it comes...

The situation in India as elsewhere when it comes to contract flying is purely supply and demand. When I was hired by Spicejet in early 2007 on the B737NG they were hiring folks with zero time in...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
3rd Jun 2010, 12:40
Replies: 7
Views: 2,233
Posted By Nevrekar

Just an added piece of information. Anyone...

Just an added piece of information. Anyone attempting to come to India, it may take you longer than usual (whatever that means) to obtain the necessary clearance and the all important FATA (Foreign...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
1st Jun 2010, 10:09
Replies: 7
Views: 2,233
Posted By Nevrekar

I would like to think that what I have posted is...

I would like to think that what I have posted is factual and without any bias towards any party. I have written to the CEO, and the two folks at HR regarding some issues here and how they possible be...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
31st May 2010, 05:44
Replies: 7
Views: 2,233
Posted By Nevrekar

Spicejet Frequently Asked Questions

Due to the many PM's I have received in the past few weeks, I thought I would write a few words about SG as I am unable to answer each and every PM that I have received. Contrary to what NG fellow...
Forum: North America
8th Apr 2010, 16:22
Replies: 15
Views: 3,387
Posted By Nevrekar

I worked there from 2001-2007 as an F/O on the...

I worked there from 2001-2007 as an F/O on the B717 and later a Captain on the B737NG. I was fortunate to get hired there after 9/11 as my previous airline (Midway) shut down. I found it to be...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
18th Nov 2009, 18:48
Replies: 77
Views: 11,177
Posted By Nevrekar

Airlines may get reprieve in expat pilot...

Airlines may get reprieve in expat pilot phase-out

Mihir Mishra / New Delhi November 19, 2009, 0:25 IST



Regulator may extend deadline after industry says it lacks Indian commanders
...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
16th Nov 2009, 05:54
Replies: 77
Views: 11,177
Posted By Nevrekar

At Spicejet, expat contracts that are coming up...

At Spicejet, expat contracts that are coming up for renewal are being extended only until the DGCA deadline as the airline does not know how the DGCA will rule. In anycase, even if the airline were...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
23rd Oct 2009, 02:18
Replies: 10
Views: 2,259
Posted By Nevrekar

In India prior to flight crews are given an...

In India prior to flight crews are given an alcohol test. You report to a doctor who gives you the test. Cabin crews are subjected to this as well. While there are some times where the BA test is...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
12th Oct 2009, 07:43
Replies: 12
Views: 2,667
Posted By Nevrekar

We still have 2 Chief Pilots. One of them is an...

We still have 2 Chief Pilots. One of them is an FID (DGCA Inspector) and so he is required to loan his time to the DGCA as well. They also are both examiners and are busy with simulator, line checks,...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
12th Oct 2009, 02:31
Replies: 12
Views: 2,667
Posted By Nevrekar

Not sure what to make of the above comment. But...

Not sure what to make of the above comment. But here is the latest at SG.
In the last 3-6 months just about everyone with an ATPL and the required hours (2500 min) has been put in the pipeline for...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
14th May 2009, 09:35
Replies: 16
Views: 3,001
Posted By Nevrekar

If you have other offers, then I would consider...

If you have other offers, then I would consider them first. If you don't then take the contract, but just know that it will probably only last for 12 months.
If you are ok with that then you won't...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
11th May 2009, 11:52
Replies: 4
Views: 928
Posted By Nevrekar

Have you looked into Alteon in Dubai, GECAS in...

Have you looked into Alteon in Dubai, GECAS in Hong Kong or Alteon in Bangalore? Costwise though, you might find it cheaper to go to the U.S. for it. Look into HigherPower Aviation (Dallas) or...
Forum: Middle East
11th May 2009, 11:45
Replies: 258
Views: 93,838
Posted By Nevrekar

Spicejet still remains a good place to work. I...

Spicejet still remains a good place to work. I reported and continue to report on the airline when I have time. I have no vested interest in "packaging" the airline in a positive light. What's good...
Forum: Middle East
10th May 2009, 23:26
Replies: 258
Views: 93,838
Posted By Nevrekar

Interviewed back in October 2008 and was hired...

Interviewed back in October 2008 and was hired but have yet to join. Interview was very relaxed. All three of us (2 Capts & 1 F/O) were hired.
They do ask you about your ability to work and live in...
Forum: North America
10th May 2009, 13:06
Replies: 5
Views: 1,405
Posted By Nevrekar

The ATP written exam test guide is for the...

The ATP written exam test guide is for the written FAA exam. You do not need to study that for a B737 type rating. If you study what I have mentioned above you should be just fine. Just out of...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
6th May 2009, 02:17
Replies: 13
Views: 4,529
Posted By Nevrekar

The point that many in the media, politicians etc...

The point that many in the media, politicians etc are missing is that they are putting all pilots in one category. In other words a CPL with 250 hrs is by media definition a qualified pilot. While...
Forum: North America
5th May 2009, 02:54
Replies: 5
Views: 1,405
Posted By Nevrekar

Normally your training/type school should brief...

Normally your training/type school should brief you thoroughly on what is expected in terms of the oral etc. Normally the oral is limited to:

1. Limitations

2. Memory Items.

3. Walk around...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
5th May 2009, 02:41
Replies: 180
Views: 34,471
Posted By Nevrekar

Indian Oil Company just invoked a 50 crore bank...

Indian Oil Company just invoked a 50 crore bank guarantee on Kingfisher Airlines. It's the first time they have done that apparently.

Also in DEL on the ramp KFA has two A-320's parked with no...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
1st May 2009, 02:03
Replies: 20
Views: 5,340
Posted By Nevrekar

DGCA just dropped the 6 month notice period, and...

DGCA just dropped the 6 month notice period, and so the "musical chairs" of airline jobs in India will begin. KF will probably lose the majority to other carriers such as Indigo, Paramount & Spicejet...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
1st May 2009, 01:06
Replies: 20
Views: 5,340
Posted By Nevrekar

SpiceJet’s expat pilot list to shrink 1...

SpiceJet’s expat pilot list to shrink


1 May 2009, 0352 hrs IST, Mithun Roy, ET Bureau



MUMBAI: Spicejet will not renew contracts of 55 foreign pilots, which are due to expire in June,...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
29th Apr 2009, 12:52
Replies: 20
Views: 5,340
Posted By Nevrekar

Agreed:ok:

Agreed:ok:
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
29th Apr 2009, 02:15
Replies: 20
Views: 5,340
Posted By Nevrekar

Pilot error unfortunately is a part of any...

Pilot error unfortunately is a part of any aviation operation. While many steps are taken to minimize it, often it reappears. SOPS/CRM/SA are meant to eliminate it and while these concepts have...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
28th Apr 2009, 04:25
Replies: 7
Views: 6,328
Posted By Nevrekar

Many of the expats at Spicejet use the above...

Many of the expats at Spicejet use the above mentioned Dr and seem to be happy going to him. Best wishes
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
27th Apr 2009, 12:11
Replies: 20
Views: 5,340
Posted By Nevrekar

On the subject of FATA's, I was pleasantly...

On the subject of FATA's, I was pleasantly surprised to be informed today that the DGCA has extended my FATA until June 2010. which will bring me to 3 years.
The FATA request was done by Spicejet...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
26th Apr 2009, 13:41
Replies: 20
Views: 5,340
Posted By Nevrekar

New Position Holders at Spicejet plus news

Spicejet has 2 New Chief Pilots: EVP is Captain Jack Ekl.

1. Captain Sandeep Varma (also now DGCA appointed FID)
2. Captain Vishal Sawhney

GM of Training and Standards is now Captain Sultan...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
9th Mar 2009, 12:44
Replies: 49
Views: 8,389
Posted By Nevrekar

Spicejet is still hiring expat Capts. Most of...

Spicejet is still hiring expat Capts. Most of them were here earlier. Some Indian Capts are planning to leave for the Middle-East for a tax free salary, which is the same as expats get here. Indian...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
21st Feb 2009, 14:45
Replies: 11
Views: 1,284
Posted By Nevrekar

Jumpseating is a privilege that is offered by...

Jumpseating is a privilege that is offered by most airlines in North America & Europe based on reciprocal agreements in place and proper documentation.
Post 9/11, actual seating in the cockpit is...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
18th Feb 2009, 13:45
Replies: 11
Views: 1,284
Posted By Nevrekar

Jumpseating as we know it in North America does...

Jumpseating as we know it in North America does not exist here. You can travel on your own airline as an ACM (Additional Crew Member) and that might put you in the jumpseat either by choice or due to...
Forum: Middle East
12th Feb 2009, 08:52
Replies: 25
Views: 8,608
Posted By Nevrekar

This is getting uglier by the minute. The...

This is getting uglier by the minute. The advantage of NAS is that you will have a commutable schedule. The disadvantage is that you will have to go through training for a new airplane. If you are...
Forum: Middle East
12th Feb 2009, 08:52
Replies: 25
Views: 8,608
Posted By Nevrekar

This is getting uglier by the minute. The...

This is getting uglier by the minute. The advantage of NAS is that you will have a commutable schedule. The disadvantage is that you will have to go through training for a new airplane. If you are...
Forum: Middle East
6th Feb 2009, 04:27
Replies: 4,943
Views: 2,864,012
Posted By Nevrekar

I had an interview scheduled with FlyDubai back...

I had an interview scheduled with FlyDubai back in October, 2008. It was canceled just a few days prior, citing the Boeing strike and the staggered delivery of the aircraft. Since then, I never heard...
Forum: Middle East
26th Jan 2009, 02:24
Replies: 10,198
Views: 6,696,294
Posted By Nevrekar

India accepts your foreign medical if you fly...

India accepts your foreign medical if you fly under the FATA. (Foreign Aircrew Temporary authorization).
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
24th Jan 2009, 01:33
Replies: 19
Views: 2,049
Posted By Nevrekar

My understanding is that the CAT 2 downgrade has...

My understanding is that the CAT 2 downgrade has more to do with overall DGCA oversight and monitoring rather than pilot recruitment and training.
It is rather strange that the DGCA/Govt is able to...
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