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Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
5th Nov 2006, 17:47
Replies: 51
Views: 11,099
Posted By mark twain

EGCC - yes with a short conversion course! ...

EGCC - yes with a short conversion course!

Think it is a great move for the lowly TP guys at BACON. We lose the chances of a 145 and associated hike in salary, but in return we get greater job...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
2nd Nov 2006, 08:31
Replies: 268
Views: 52,205
Posted By mark twain

I am currently a First Officer with BA Connect on...

I am currently a First Officer with BA Connect on the TP. What can I say about it - it is great training and experience, and I do not regret taking the job for one second.

The insecurity about...
Forum: Canada
12th Jul 2006, 13:54
Replies: 24
Views: 5,366
Posted By mark twain

I am also looking at moving to Canada, mainly for...

I am also looking at moving to Canada, mainly for quality of life.

I have around 1,400 hours and currently work as a Dash 8 First Officer.

Can anybody point me in the right direction for...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
30th Mar 2006, 15:07
Replies: 54
Views: 7,939
Posted By mark twain

To defend BA Connect I was interviewed and simmed...

To defend BA Connect I was interviewed and simmed in September. I have done my groundschool. My course was six people all of varied backgrounds. Only one integrated, all the others modular.

Four...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
19th Jan 2006, 12:23
Replies: 16
Views: 2,612
Posted By mark twain

Err. Said it would happen quick! ...

Err.

Said it would happen quick!

Posted yesterday at 13.48, about two hours later got the call with a course start date.

Things are moving more with the hold pool!!!!!!
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
18th Jan 2006, 12:48
Replies: 16
Views: 2,612
Posted By mark twain

I got into the hold pool in September last year. ...

I got into the hold pool in September last year.

So far I have not heard anything, except that no Dash courses have been run since I got into the pool.

There are people in the pool ahead of me,...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
13th Oct 2005, 10:32
Replies: 314
Views: 57,545
Posted By mark twain

Hopefully the following will help. To the same...

Hopefully the following will help. To the same extent hopefully these points will be taken as my perception and views and I will not be shot down!

I submitted my application very early - I was...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
13th Sep 2005, 21:48
Replies: 314
Views: 57,545
Posted By mark twain

I have had the call for interview. Mid-30's...

I have had the call for interview.

Mid-30's modular student - there is hope for all. The best thing is to work on putting in the best prepared application you can.

You have to concentrate on...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
27th Aug 2005, 15:26
Replies: 5
Views: 1,280
Posted By mark twain

I suppose it is all about the integrated people...

I suppose it is all about the integrated people being a 'known quantity' and some good marketing by the training provider.

It doesn't seem a fair way, or particularly astute way of selecting, but...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
24th Aug 2005, 09:50
Replies: 9
Views: 1,785
Posted By mark twain

Don't know who Sawotanoa is - so assume not a...

Don't know who Sawotanoa is - so assume not a private joke.

Any feedback on the Atlantic Interview - the roster and working life would still be appreciated.
Forum: Terms and Endearment
24th Aug 2005, 09:47
Replies: 2
Views: 1,071
Posted By mark twain

It is for the ATP - First Officer.

It is for the ATP - First Officer.
Forum: Terms and Endearment
23rd Aug 2005, 16:19
Replies: 2
Views: 1,071
Posted By mark twain

Atlantic Airlines

I have an interview with the above company, and wondered if anybody can provide feedback on working conditions, rosters and the life with Atlantic in general!

I have heard that you have to be...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
23rd Aug 2005, 16:16
Replies: 9
Views: 1,785
Posted By mark twain

The house was very clean - thanks. What is...

The house was very clean - thanks.

What is the world coming to when you have nearly done your IR!!

Do you know anything about Atlantic - the interview, or more importantly what they are like to...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
22nd Aug 2005, 20:40
Replies: 9
Views: 1,785
Posted By mark twain

Atlantic Airlines

Got an interview with the above - can anybody provide any feedback about the interview and what it contains.

Also does anybody know about the flying side of the job - what kind of routes, working...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
9th Jul 2005, 16:30
Replies: 51
Views: 10,154
Posted By mark twain

Ravenair

My experience of Ravenair is as an ex- instructor there, plus I did my CPL and IR with them.

The operation has improved by vast amounts in terms of efficiency and control. The airport is easy to...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
29th May 2005, 11:57
Replies: 7
Views: 886
Posted By mark twain

MCC in a week

Multiflight in Leeds do the MCC over eight days - back to back.

They start on a Monday and finish the following monday - so minimising leave time.

It comprises of three days groundschool and...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
24th May 2005, 13:53
Replies: 7
Views: 1,165
Posted By mark twain

Jet Appreciation - share time

I want to do some time on a full motion sim to prepare for any airline sim rides. I have been advised that this would be a good idea and some experience handling a jet would make sense.

Jetlinx...
Forum: Questions
6th May 2005, 19:06
Replies: 16
Views: 5,103
Posted By mark twain

Crosswind Limits

As an instructor we teach students to consider the difference between the wind angle and runway orientation.

Therefore with a runway 27 (270 degrees) a wind of 270 is a total headwind. A wind of...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
4th May 2005, 08:04
Replies: 17
Views: 6,568
Posted By mark twain

Cranky John

Just thought I best expand on a couple of the comments.

The Cranky remark does not seem to have met approval!

For those that have met or know John, they may know what I mean!

He pulls no...
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
30th Apr 2005, 11:20
Replies: 5
Views: 1,552
Posted By mark twain

Instructor Pay

At a Flying School in the North West we get:

Restricted FI

£14.00 per hour flying
£12.00 per hour groundschool and 'no shows' - ie a student cancelling with-in 24 hours or not turning up.
...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
25th Apr 2005, 19:52
Replies: 7
Views: 945
Posted By mark twain

Night Rating

EGGC - give me a call and I will try and get it sorted for you.

I still reckon do it over two nights - one night is hard work and not advisable.

Let me know how the CPL is going.
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
25th Apr 2005, 19:49
Replies: 17
Views: 6,568
Posted By mark twain

JD Aviation

I have done some training with JD Aviation.

It is run by John Dale who is a current ATC guy at Manchester. He has a couple of other instructors working for him.

I now work for a competitor of...
Forum: Canada
18th Mar 2005, 10:22
Replies: 3
Views: 857
Posted By mark twain

Converting JAA license to Canadian

I have a JAA CPL/IR. I have around 1,000 hours, gained by Flight Instruction, and I am now teaching CPL and single engine IR.

We have applied to emmigrate to Canada and this application is being...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
17th Apr 2004, 23:43
Replies: 184
Views: 82,032
Posted By mark twain

Interview Techniques

I went to a course run by Pilot Pete (PITT).

Having a background in business and management I was undecided over the use of such a course, but a friend convinced me it was worthwhile.

I have to...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
1st Apr 2004, 14:54
Replies: 1
Views: 473
Posted By mark twain

JAR IR in the USA

I have completed around half of my JAR IR in the UK, and have the related student record.

Can anybody recommend a good school in the USA that can finish the course/do the tests for the JAR...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
15th Feb 2004, 02:23
Replies: 375
Views: 81,557
Posted By mark twain

I am also thinking about this scheme, indeed I...

I am also thinking about this scheme, indeed I have booked my assessment for March.

Any feedback from anybody who has been on the course, or done the assessment would be appreciated.

What do...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
24th Jul 2002, 21:42
Replies: 13
Views: 1,695
Posted By mark twain

I studied distance learning from Bristol - passed...

I studied distance learning from Bristol - passed module 1 exams and currently doing module 2.

I can personally recommend them - I consider myself less than intelligent and the notes/course was...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
27th May 2002, 15:15
Replies: 5
Views: 1,070
Posted By mark twain

Before this thread moves onto a who's the best...

Before this thread moves onto a who's the best school I thought it apt to clarify the basis of my question.

Having failed Gen Nav I am looking at whether I badly misjudged the subject, missed...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
27th May 2002, 11:57
Replies: 5
Views: 1,070
Posted By mark twain

Gen Nav ATPL Exam in May

I sat the above exam recently and failed badly (mid 60%). Having done well on the other subjects I felt that this paper was harsh. Obviously I want to determine whether I misjudged the subject and...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
6th Feb 2002, 01:01
Replies: 0
Views: 487
Posted By mark twain

Post Mr Hurt

Got your e-mail - check your e-mail at work for my contact details.

I will give you a call. Glad to hear you are doing so well.

RG
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
4th Feb 2002, 01:45
Replies: 34
Views: 2,654
Posted By mark twain

Post Pilot Pete, I have indeed read your initial...

Pilot Pete,

I have indeed read your initial thread and follow up. From a selfish point of view I take motivation from the fact that somebody else has achieved the same goal with similar problems -...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
2nd Feb 2002, 01:56
Replies: 34
Views: 2,654
Posted By mark twain

Post I don't know you and have never met you, so I can...

I don't know you and have never met you, so I can not claim to fully understand your position.

However when I started my PPL my wife was due her first child - with rose coloured specticles we set...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
30th Jan 2002, 00:53
Replies: 137
Views: 26,780
Posted By mark twain

Post As a person slightly challenged in terms of...

As a person slightly challenged in terms of concentration and brain power I have found that with ongoing family commitments you can do one section of the module a week. The full module is split into...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
29th Jan 2002, 00:19
Replies: 8
Views: 478
Posted By mark twain

Post No problem e-mailing me direct - technology sucks...

No problem e-mailing me direct - technology sucks eh!

The best address is [email protected].

I look forward to hearing from you.

Mark
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
27th Jan 2002, 00:22
Replies: 8
Views: 478
Posted By mark twain

Post ATPL Correspondence - N/West UK

On a previous post we had lots of interest in arranging a beer night for North West pilots. We are looking for a cenral venue and will post details shortly/answer all e-mails.

In the meantime I am...
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