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Forum: Terms and Endearment
8th Aug 2021, 11:24
Replies: 81
Views: 43,907
Posted By Langeveldt

Why would any UK citizen be interested in an EASA...

Why would any UK citizen be interested in an EASA license given that they are effectively barred from employment in the EU? Or have I got the wrong end of the stick?
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
28th Nov 2019, 16:03
Replies: 15
Views: 3,339
Posted By Langeveldt

Thanks for the very detailed feedback... Yes...

Thanks for the very detailed feedback... Yes I'll be outside the chief pilot's local with some thumb tacks and a puncture repair kit.
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
28th Nov 2019, 10:22
Replies: 15
Views: 3,339
Posted By Langeveldt

I've encountered a lot of optimism recently in...

I've encountered a lot of optimism recently in the industry but I am sorry despite your experience you are having such a rough time of it.

Definitely not discounting any aircraft (and I think...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
28th Nov 2019, 06:05
Replies: 15
Views: 3,339
Posted By Langeveldt

I'd love a bit of guidance

Hi all

So I am thinking at the age of 32 of jumping back into flying.

Backstory, I have 205 hours, flying since 18. Got all my commercial subjects but didn't test, as I ran out of money and...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
10th Nov 2017, 18:21
Replies: 952
Views: 511,851
Posted By Langeveldt

Hey Harvey I didn't get through...

Hey Harvey

I didn't get through unfortunately. Looking at other routes, although I must say I'm a bit jaded now. I struggled through my instrument rating and maybe I won't cut the mustard past...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
6th Nov 2017, 17:59
Replies: 952
Views: 511,851
Posted By Langeveldt

I've only been in the UK for a few weeks and...

I've only been in the UK for a few weeks and haven't flown for nearly a decade. The myriad of options is overwhelming and I'll be exploring all routes, but I like the relitively linear approach to...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
5th Nov 2017, 08:31
Replies: 952
Views: 511,851
Posted By Langeveldt

I am nervously waiting for stage one tomorrow at...

I am nervously waiting for stage one tomorrow at Dibden and was wondering what to expect.

I have previous flying experience in the form of 200 hours in South Africa and was wondering if this...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
20th Mar 2017, 19:24
Replies: 1,036
Views: 639,549
Posted By Langeveldt

I am 29, ended up doing a work from home job I...

I am 29, ended up doing a work from home job I dislike (but that gives me almost unlimited freedom to live where I choose). I had 180 hours but was incredibly harsh on myself whenever I had a bad...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
10th Dec 2012, 16:18
Replies: 5
Views: 5,586
Posted By Langeveldt

I have flown a range of aircraft in different...

I have flown a range of aircraft in different areas of the country. I have all the stamps for the flying/aircraft that I intend to fly again though.

Thanks for the concise replies, a bit of a...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
10th Dec 2012, 15:53
Replies: 1,363
Views: 675,615
Posted By Langeveldt

I sat all my exams in South Africa and haven't...

I sat all my exams in South Africa and haven't sat my practical test yet, I assume thats how I got around it..

Saying that, perhaps that was a reason I didn't get the gig? No use speculating but...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
10th Dec 2012, 14:21
Replies: 1,363
Views: 675,615
Posted By Langeveldt

Just got my NO from Oxford :( They want to...

Just got my NO from Oxford :(

They want to keep me on the system regarding their other airline programs.. I'm not sure if this is the default answer for people who didn't make the grade, but as...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
5th Dec 2012, 23:08
Replies: 35
Views: 7,054
Posted By Langeveldt

I enjoyed your posts Factor.. I'm in a similar...

I enjoyed your posts Factor.. I'm in a similar position, basically through being a bit of a tool and partying too hard in my early 20's it's taken me ages to get my hours done.. Now I find myself...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
5th Dec 2012, 12:03
Replies: 3,534
Views: 1,689,850
Posted By Langeveldt

They definitely don't... It would be...

They definitely don't...

It would be interesting if the recruiters were reading these forums..
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
5th Dec 2012, 11:27
Replies: 32
Views: 7,689
Posted By Langeveldt

I don't even mention flying when it comes to...

I don't even mention flying when it comes to looking for jobs outside aviation, save for a PPL which I just say is a "hobby" and can demonstrate I have the aptitude to fly a plane.. And yes,...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
5th Dec 2012, 11:21
Replies: 2
Views: 2,060
Posted By Langeveldt

I've done all my training and flying in South...

I've done all my training and flying in South Africa and Namibia.. I'm not sure what the scene is like there, very variable I guess, but Maun in Botswana is the default place to go.. Unfortunately...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
5th Dec 2012, 11:17
Replies: 3,534
Views: 1,689,850
Posted By Langeveldt

250 pounds is a drop in the ocean really, I've...

250 pounds is a drop in the ocean really, I've self funded nearly a comm and I guess will have to repeat nearly all of it. (I haven't taken the comm test as I want to see if I get this and they don't...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
5th Dec 2012, 11:08
Replies: 5
Views: 5,586
Posted By Langeveldt

Logbook problems - Will it affect an interview?

I recently had my logbook stolen by a load of "wealth re distributors" outside a nightclub..

What was it doing on my passenger seat? Why wasn't I keeping copies of all pages? Why was I at a dodgy...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
5th Dec 2012, 10:43
Replies: 3,534
Views: 1,689,850
Posted By Langeveldt

How are people being notified? Bored of...

How are people being notified?

Bored of pressing F5 on my email inbox :ugh:;)
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
4th Dec 2012, 14:50
Replies: 3,534
Views: 1,689,850
Posted By Langeveldt

Yes I did apply to Oxford.. Sorry about the...

Yes I did apply to Oxford..

Sorry about the "applied, heard nothing" posts, I guess it gives a bit of comfort to know we are all in similar positions though.. I take it we get feedback whether we...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
3rd Dec 2012, 16:41
Replies: 3,534
Views: 1,689,850
Posted By Langeveldt

Sent my application off on the 19th, and have...

Sent my application off on the 19th, and have heard nothing :sad: No degree but 170 hours experience, so hope it's something at least..
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
6th Sep 2012, 10:34
Replies: 5
Views: 1,234
Posted By Langeveldt

At this time I have a South African PPL, and have...

At this time I have a South African PPL, and have basically done everything towards the South African CPL save for a few hours and the practical test.

And thanks :)
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
6th Sep 2012, 09:47
Replies: 5
Views: 1,234
Posted By Langeveldt

Thanks for the reply. So does this mean my hours...

Thanks for the reply. So does this mean my hours are NOT recognized at all in Europe?
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
4th Sep 2012, 16:14
Replies: 5
Views: 1,234
Posted By Langeveldt

180 Hours - Where to go with my training?

Hi all

Long time lurker on the forum. I've been slowly gaining my CPL in South Africa, but before the testing stage, circumstances have dictated a move to the UK. Now I find myself on 180 hours,...
Forum: African Aviation
10th Mar 2010, 13:24
Replies: 11
Views: 3,395
Posted By Langeveldt

Looking to go out to Swakopmund for the 2011...

Looking to go out to Swakopmund for the 2011 season once I have my SA Comm..

Have been advised by guys in that position now though not to waste my money, as work permits are not easily obtained to...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
6th Mar 2009, 07:53
Replies: 1
Views: 603
Posted By Langeveldt

I train at Algoa and personally don't have much...

I train at Algoa and personally don't have much bad to say about it, apart from the PE weather which can keep you on the ground a lot of the time. Aptrac is next door, under new ownership and is...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
11th Sep 2005, 18:49
Replies: 1
Views: 651
Posted By Langeveldt

Algoa Flight Centre, S.Africa

Hi all

I start at Algoa flight centre in three weeks time, I'm doing my PPL..

I've had a good read around the forums, gathering tips on what to expect, as well as obvious stuff like don't pay...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
28th Sep 2004, 18:50
Replies: 28
Views: 2,423
Posted By Langeveldt

Hi all, thanks a lot for the feedback! WOW thats...

Hi all, thanks a lot for the feedback! WOW thats service!

Ma (who wants me to go with my dreams, work hard and fly) brought this up at the dinner table, anyway we were completely shot down by dad...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
26th Sep 2004, 20:11
Replies: 28
Views: 2,423
Posted By Langeveldt

Ive been in full time employment before, as well...

Ive been in full time employment before, as well as doing a number of things to enhance my leadership skills (Sports coaching, Army cadets etc.) .. I know Uni is great for broadening one's horizons,...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
26th Sep 2004, 18:02
Replies: 28
Views: 2,423
Posted By Langeveldt

Conflict with dad over University...

Im in the upper sixth at the moment and am looking at ABB..

When i leave, i want to get something different out of life and learn to fly, right up to ATPL level eventually.. its always been...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
17th Apr 2004, 21:51
Replies: 11
Views: 2,097
Posted By Langeveldt

Thanks for the advice.. There is certainly a lot...

Thanks for the advice.. There is certainly a lot to think about :O

I think what feels right is to get a pretty serious job (whatever goes I guess for someone without a degree, right?) when I...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
16th Apr 2004, 17:11
Replies: 11
Views: 2,097
Posted By Langeveldt

Thanks for the advice!! Im definitely not...

Thanks for the advice!!

Im definitely not thinking about ruling anything out! Im all to aware of how volatile the industry is, however I guess I could always go back to uni at a later age if...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
15th Apr 2004, 18:09
Replies: 9
Views: 5,879
Posted By Langeveldt

Thanks for the posts guys!! FFF I was 17...

Thanks for the posts guys!!

FFF I was 17 last week... I guess I could start my PPL soon, yeah.. I hadnt really thought of doing it during school. I dont drive and there are no flight schools very...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
15th Apr 2004, 17:06
Replies: 11
Views: 2,097
Posted By Langeveldt

Hi all Thanks for the replies! Maybe a...

Hi all

Thanks for the replies!

Maybe a degree would be benificial, but doing that AND my whole flight training will just make the financial burden harder.. I dont need that, especially with no...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
14th Apr 2004, 20:00
Replies: 11
Views: 2,097
Posted By Langeveldt

Financing my flight training..

Hello all

I am 17 and currently doing my A Levels.. I am aiming to get three high grades at A level... And then afterwards I really want to make inroads into making my dream of flying for a living...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
24th Mar 2004, 21:33
Replies: 9
Views: 5,879
Posted By Langeveldt

I think working in a block would be good,...

I think working in a block would be good, although I guess I would be spending far more time working than training :confused: Guess that depends on loads of things...

Anyway interesting to...
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