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Forum: South Asia and the Far East
30th Jan 2014, 02:32
Replies: 402
Views: 462,098
Posted By portquartercv67

SAGE1

Sage1,

I am sure many prospective candidates for Scoot will be very grateful for your informative and detailed account of the hiring process. I'm not too sure though about the last item "down...
Forum: Middle East
11th Mar 2010, 16:40
Replies: 39
Views: 7,193
Posted By portquartercv67

I'm not a QR pilot but is it just a coincidence...

I'm not a QR pilot but is it just a coincidence that Capt Oryx has not posted a response on this thread since his cover was ostensibly blown?

I am always skeptical of posters that are not...
Forum: Rumours & News
30th Oct 2009, 18:51
Replies: 701
Views: 209,506
Posted By portquartercv67

To all the Dudley-Do-Rights and “I’m appalled”...

To all the Dudley-Do-Rights and “I’m appalled” pilots and wanna-bees posting on this thread: You make me sick! You remind me long ago of a handful of pilots in my squadron who would tell their wives...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
30th Jun 2009, 15:33
Replies: 8
KAL
Views: 2,171
Posted By portquartercv67

check your PM

check your PM
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
17th Feb 2009, 00:25
Replies: 24
Views: 12,411
Posted By portquartercv67

GAP has treated me well. So far. PQ

GAP has treated me well.

So far.

PQ
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
9th Feb 2009, 15:07
Replies: 143
Views: 54,222
Posted By portquartercv67

Regardless the fleet, most guys make it through...

Regardless the fleet, most guys make it through the program, albiet not without some bruises. However, it seems that monthly someone in training doesn't make it. Heard that recently a 330 Captain was...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
27th Dec 2008, 14:04
Replies: 40
Views: 13,169
Posted By portquartercv67

I bought my freedom from SIAC almost six months...

I bought my freedom from SIAC almost six months ago. I wasn't allowed to leave paradise without paying every penny I owed according to the contract (prorated bond and taxes). However, I am still...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
14th Jul 2008, 15:49
Replies: 22
Views: 4,827
Posted By portquartercv67

Capt Bee I see you take exception to...

Capt Bee

I see you take exception to dissenting opinions. I suppose that's apropos. We are in Singapore afterall. Perhaps I should go to "speaker's corner" next time?

If you have read some of...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
13th Jul 2008, 03:25
Replies: 22
Views: 4,827
Posted By portquartercv67

Hopeful_Pilot Yes, come on down. Things are...

Hopeful_Pilot

Yes, come on down. Things are "miles" better now and the Dom and Krug is flowing in the "mostly" first class positioning!!! NOT.

The reason the 6 fixed days off, which by the way...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
13th Jul 2008, 03:05
Replies: 34
Views: 6,351
Posted By portquartercv67

CARGOBOY Be patient. No one will have left...

CARGOBOY

Be patient. No one will have left prior to 7 July.

Keep your eye on the next few FONs. Hard as it may be for you to believe, but not everyone considers SIAC "heaven".

PQ
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
11th Jul 2008, 09:44
Replies: 34
Views: 6,351
Posted By portquartercv67

I have heard of at least 6 whose departure from...

I have heard of at least 6 whose departure from "SIA Cargo heaven" is imminent.
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
11th Jul 2008, 09:35
Replies: 34
Views: 6,351
Posted By portquartercv67

Died and gone to SIA Cargo Heaven?

4PW's

A few questions if you don't mind that will perhaps give some perspective while reading your posts.

Without compromising your anonymity, could you let us know what kind of outfit(s) you...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
11th Jul 2008, 09:14
Replies: 413
Views: 79,949
Posted By portquartercv67

I am happy for all that are excited about coming...

I am happy for all that are excited about coming to work for SIA, but don't completely ignore the negative info posted on this forum and blow-off the pilots expressing those opinions as just a bunch...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
11th Jul 2008, 08:47
Replies: 22
Views: 4,827
Posted By portquartercv67

Captain Charlie Charlie will be most happy to...

Captain Charlie Charlie will be most happy to hear the three views above and will naturally extrapolate that ALL his minions feel the same way.

I respect the above opinions in regards to SIA...
Forum: Questions
8th Jul 2008, 01:30
Replies: 254
Views: 76,141
Posted By portquartercv67

Loss of life is tragic, regardless the cause. I...

Loss of life is tragic, regardless the cause. I will never understand why the media sensationalizes loss of life from aircraft accidents and why the public (pilots included) at large is so shocked...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
18th May 2008, 08:39
Replies: 413
Views: 79,949
Posted By portquartercv67

MENTOR MINISTER You are correct about SIA...

MENTOR MINISTER

You are correct about SIA mainline vs Cargo when it comes to rosters, scheduling, ALPA-S CA, monthly hours flown etc...

However I feel it is only fair to warn wannabees that...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
17th May 2008, 02:04
Replies: 413
Views: 79,949
Posted By portquartercv67

Why the indignation with interview costs and...

Why the indignation with interview costs and traveling in economy to the interview? You are willing to bring S$56,000 to Singapore upon joining for the bond, S$thousands!!! to move into an apartment...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
4th May 2008, 08:35
Replies: 413
Views: 79,949
Posted By portquartercv67

"Show Me the Money"

While not discounting the fact that for most, compensation is probably the primary factor in evaluating a job, but is it the only one? What about working conditions: hours of service, roster...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
29th Apr 2008, 04:58
Replies: 413
Views: 79,949
Posted By portquartercv67

Yes, no one held a gun to my head, but I made the...

Yes, no one held a gun to my head, but I made the decision to come and enter into a bond arrangement based on facts the company advertised and verbally reinforced at my interview that turned out to...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
28th Apr 2008, 23:35
Replies: 413
Views: 79,949
Posted By portquartercv67

There is a world of " world of difference between the two, in many, many respects."

LOCBLUE's earlier comment regarding SIA and SIA Cargo.

I would agree in terms of actual working conditions as they operate under an ALPA agreement in addtion to the CAAS rules and Cargo just...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
24th Apr 2008, 02:26
Replies: 143
Views: 54,222
Posted By portquartercv67

B-744 Program?

Are the same antics going on in the 744 pipeline?
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
17th Mar 2008, 11:25
Replies: 413
Views: 79,949
Posted By portquartercv67

Sq Training Bond /bank Guarantee Straight Talk

Straight skinny on the training bond arrangement with SQ (my numbers relate to my contract, however the principle will be the same).

Training Bond total you sign is for S$142,000. Your liability...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
16th Mar 2008, 06:11
Replies: 413
Views: 79,949
Posted By portquartercv67

Not trying to be a party-pooper or sour grapes,...

Not trying to be a party-pooper or sour grapes, but those seriously considering joining SQ and required to enter into a training bond, at least consider my warnings in a separate post. Knowledge is...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
15th Mar 2008, 11:13
Replies: 3
Views: 3,227
Posted By portquartercv67

Ndicho Moja Nothing has “just happened”. If...

Ndicho Moja

Nothing has “just happened”. If you research all the threads on SQ Cargo, you will see that there has been a significant deterioration over time in working conditions, a complete lack...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
15th Mar 2008, 09:54
Replies: 3
Views: 3,227
Posted By portquartercv67

Training Bonds: Singapore Airlines/singapore Airlines Cargo

Fellow wannabees,

I failed to heed the warnings posted on this forum regards entering into a training bond agreement with one’s employer, especially SQ. I am now an indentured servant. I, like...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
13th Feb 2008, 16:24
Replies: 39
Views: 12,650
Posted By portquartercv67

Just because the "authorities" said it was...

Just because the "authorities" said it was prohibited material, doesn't mean it's so, unless he has admitted/acknowledged that the material is illegal. Let the Captain have his day in court.

Maybe...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
10th Feb 2008, 12:00
Replies: 7
Views: 2,512
Posted By portquartercv67

Just read the advert you are referring to....

Just read the advert you are referring to. Mentions approximately $6000 in out of base/flying per month. When I was hired it said $7000. I have 21 months on the line and exceeded $6,000 only once. My...
Forum: Rumours & News
30th Dec 2007, 01:04
Replies: 35
Views: 9,551
Posted By portquartercv67

Never was a big believer in spending much time...

Never was a big believer in spending much time briefing expected taxi routes, especially at LAX where it's always different. Causes one to go "blank" if you don't get what you briefed. Look at your...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
11th Dec 2007, 00:22
Replies: 14
Views: 2,847
Posted By portquartercv67

SIA Cargo: Year End How-Goes-it?

Fellow Pilots. I remember this time last year there was much hope for 2007 and betterment at SIAC, especially in our working conditions: One of "us" in the office, STG coming into full swing,...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
4th Dec 2007, 01:49
Replies: 98
Views: 14,706
Posted By portquartercv67

CARGOJOCK Pleased that your hours are up. So...

CARGOJOCK

Pleased that your hours are up. So that readers on the outside of SIAC don't get the impression that things are coming up roses here for all, my hours:

SEP 51 (one day of training)...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
22nd Sep 2007, 10:24
Replies: 98
Views: 14,706
Posted By portquartercv67

HOUSING ALLOWANCE The discussion seems to...

HOUSING ALLOWANCE
The discussion seems to center on two related issues: Is the amount enough and quality of living accomodation? It's all relative. What TI and undoubtedly many other locals...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
21st Sep 2007, 20:49
Replies: 98
Views: 14,706
Posted By portquartercv67

UAREAPIG What planet did you just come in...

UAREAPIG

What planet did you just come in from? 4-day layovers at home to see mom and the kids? Since joining this esteemed outfit, I have had a sum total of three layovers "near" my family, none...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
21st Sep 2007, 20:18
Replies: 98
Views: 14,706
Posted By portquartercv67

THERMAL IMAGE You misunderstood. BB did not...

THERMAL IMAGE

You misunderstood. BB did not accept anything. It was a request on his part and said request is denied. He doesn't need it. You do. After carefull consideration, I have decided (only...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
20th Sep 2007, 20:49
Replies: 98
Views: 14,706
Posted By portquartercv67

THERMAL IMAGE Mee thinks it's been a long...

THERMAL IMAGE

Mee thinks it's been a long time since you've been laid. Should we fly together in the future, I'll pay for the beer AND the girl.
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
7th Sep 2007, 00:37
Replies: 517
Views: 134,376
Posted By portquartercv67

Regarding alleged unprofessional behavior towards...

Regarding alleged unprofessional behavior towards an examinee during base checks: that's nothing new.

BB: outright, overt actions which would promt a justified sim shutdown rarely occur. These...
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