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Forum: Terms and Endearment
10th Oct 2010, 11:45
Replies: 1,399
Views: 1,255,546
Posted By K2SkyRider

VS Redundancy Policy

I'm not a 'glass half empty' person, but I'd appreciate any info about the redundancy package from people who have either taken voluntary redundancy or been made redundant from VS.
Forum: Rumours & News
9th Jun 2008, 15:22
Replies: 55
Views: 10,960
Posted By K2SkyRider

Pathetic Arguments

I can't believe the tone of this thread. People are really missing the point. It's not about kicking out expat pilots from India because of Xenophobia - India is and always has been one of the most...
Forum: Rumours & News
9th Jun 2004, 10:10
Replies: 132
Views: 39,075
Posted By K2SkyRider

Darn, I must have missed the World ATC...

Darn, I must have missed the World ATC Championships, when were they? :p
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
27th May 2004, 07:47
Replies: 14
Views: 1,711
Posted By K2SkyRider

habcer, I'm afraid I strongly...

habcer,



I'm afraid I strongly disagree with this attitude. Although the competition is fierce for sponsorships, they are available and offer an excellent opportunity to wannabes. Anyone who...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
26th May 2004, 12:46
Replies: 14
Views: 1,711
Posted By K2SkyRider

redmania, The question you need to ask...

redmania,

The question you need to ask yourself is in ten years time will you look back and think 'I wish I had become a pilot' or will you think 'I wish I hadn't wasted that money, this isn't...
Forum: Rumours & News
17th May 2004, 09:56
Replies: 29
Views: 5,808
Posted By K2SkyRider

HWD , if you read any recent studies compiled by...

HWD , if you read any recent studies compiled by leading scientists and engineers, then maybe you will see why. They have done extensive research and have predicted a future trend, which is an...
Forum: Rumours & News
14th May 2004, 12:27
Replies: 29
Views: 5,808
Posted By K2SkyRider

Any chance of a justification, HWD ? Cheers,...

Any chance of a justification, HWD ?

Cheers,

K2 :ok:
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
13th May 2004, 09:49
Replies: 5
Views: 804
Posted By K2SkyRider

Security

Do a search on HSBC.

To give you an idea, you can get an unsecured loan of £15K-£25K max. Anything more will usually require security - i.e. your house, or parents' house. If you or your parents...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
11th May 2004, 15:26
Replies: 4
Views: 640
Posted By K2SkyRider

mach252, I have not completed my training,...

mach252,

I have not completed my training, but have done a lot of research on this very subject.

As I understand it, it doesn't matter where you get your PPL, as long as it is endorsed by ICAO...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
5th May 2004, 08:00
Replies: 13
Views: 2,283
Posted By K2SkyRider

Determination

laparker79 ,

I agree with silentwitness and rmcfarlane . You are lucky that you still have time to apply to CTC McAlpine, but you don't have a second to lose. You definitely don't have any time...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
30th Apr 2004, 13:51
Replies: 2
Views: 651
Posted By K2SkyRider

Hi CMR, I have recently made enquiries with...

Hi CMR,

I have recently made enquiries with EFT and Delta Connection Academy, both in Florida. The most important requirement to work in the US is a green card or work/residency permit. For...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
27th Apr 2004, 11:26
Replies: 25
Views: 2,738
Posted By K2SkyRider

Interesting six-sixty , I recently went to a...

Interesting six-sixty ,

I recently went to a presentation at Stapleford Flight Club, where the MD of Bond/Astraeus presented what he predicted would be the next big training programme - 0hrs to...
Forum: Medical & Health
21st Apr 2004, 14:48
Replies: 4
Views: 1,001
Posted By K2SkyRider

Before you go to Gatwick

Matt,

If in doubt, ask your GP to check your ears. Explain that you think your hearing isn't quite as it should be and ask for an audiogram - it's free! The audiogram is conducted in a similar way...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
17th Apr 2004, 09:14
Replies: 653
Views: 125,459
Posted By K2SkyRider

Thank you Ppruners

I'd like to echo what Screwballs has said. A big thank you to everyone who has contributed to this forum, and congratulations to those who made it through on the 16th.

Cheers,

K2 :ok:
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
5th Apr 2004, 14:47
Replies: 7
Views: 1,219
Posted By K2SkyRider

No worries Stonca, Just didn't want you to...

No worries Stonca,

Just didn't want you to waste too much time on a probablistic analysis.

K2 :ok:
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
5th Apr 2004, 14:28
Replies: 7
Views: 1,219
Posted By K2SkyRider

Stonca, Personally, I don't see any benefit...

Stonca,

Personally, I don't see any benefit in this type of speculation. It will rarely be something you want to hear nor is it likely to be highly accurate.

The CTC rep quoted 2% of applicants...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
5th Apr 2004, 11:56
Replies: 9
Views: 5,674
Posted By K2SkyRider

BALPA

redsnail,

I asked BALPA if I could join as a student member, but the reply was that I needed to be enrolled on a course. Hence Catch-22, as you don't have access to their advisors at the time you...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
1st Apr 2004, 12:10
Replies: 60
Views: 6,878
Posted By K2SkyRider

Fanois, Welcome to Pprune. I too...

Fanois,

Welcome to Pprune.

I too attended the BA seminar - a reference was made to Integrated Vs Modular, but you have to put this into context.

As I undertand it, if BA ever delve into the...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
30th Mar 2004, 20:52
Replies: 13
Views: 1,303
Posted By K2SkyRider

Cheers for the info, ben. Good points made...

Cheers for the info, ben.

Good points made by tom.

As I understand it, HSBC used to loan upto £50K unsecured around 2 years ago. That has now dropped to £15K- £20K. tom is spot on about selling...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
30th Mar 2004, 06:56
Replies: 13
Views: 1,303
Posted By K2SkyRider

Hi ben, Leezy, I'm in the same boat! Try to...

Hi ben, Leezy,

I'm in the same boat! Try to cover all the angles and put in as many contingencies as possible (try at least 3 'what if...' scenarios).

Ben, I'd appreciate any pointers you have...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
18th Mar 2004, 14:35
Replies: 39
Views: 6,223
Posted By K2SkyRider

FM , a very enlightening post. I've been...

FM , a very enlightening post.

I've been back and forth like a ping pong ball over this issue. There seems to be no clear strategy other than to get a list of all the airlines who...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
18th Mar 2004, 13:36
Replies: 39
Views: 6,223
Posted By K2SkyRider

Doog , if you could mention which airlines...

Doog , if you could mention which airlines recruited the 5 pilots out of Astraeus, that would be really helpful.

Cheers,

K2
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
17th Mar 2004, 20:01
Replies: 11
Views: 2,153
Posted By K2SkyRider

Try this link for some positives about EFT,...

Try this link for some positives about EFT, although not regarding the APP in particular: Pprune EFT thread (http://www.pprune.org/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=115101&highlight=eft)

What...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
17th Mar 2004, 12:55
Replies: 653
Views: 125,459
Posted By K2SkyRider

silentwitness , Congrats again, you must be...

silentwitness , Congrats again, you must be chuffed! Just think, you are 60% of the way through!

Stonca , after completing the on-line application (Stage 1), I got an email the next day with the...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
15th Mar 2004, 21:06
Replies: 39
Views: 6,223
Posted By K2SkyRider

Sounds like a plan cloud69 :ok: Anyone know...

Sounds like a plan cloud69 :ok:

Anyone know how much you can earn as an instructor? I hear it's draining to do it full time....how about 3 days flying/2 days ground school instruction?

Also,...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
15th Mar 2004, 14:56
Replies: 39
Views: 6,223
Posted By K2SkyRider

Rob, rotormad , thanks for your useful comments. ...

Rob, rotormad , thanks for your useful comments.

MJR , it wasn't clear who your points were directed at from your post, but if they were directed at me, let me know and I'll post a reply.
...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
15th Mar 2004, 13:02
Replies: 39
Views: 6,223
Posted By K2SkyRider

Options I too am considering all these...

Options

I too am considering all these options, namely:

1. SFC 0-fATPL + B737 TR + 100hrs line £60K cash
2. OAT APP 0-fATPL £60K cash
3. CTC-McAlpine Cadet Scheme £60K bond

Any comments...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
5th Mar 2004, 06:14
Replies: 161
Views: 15,785
Posted By K2SkyRider

Would appreciate some comments/advice from the...

Would appreciate some comments/advice from the big guns here....


K2
Forum: Rumours & News
5th Mar 2004, 02:38
Replies: 37
Views: 12,437
Posted By K2SkyRider

Would be grateful if you could justify why...

Would be grateful if you could justify why employers aren't interested in self sponsored type ratings and why it is a perilous expenditure.

K2
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
4th Mar 2004, 21:20
Replies: 161
Views: 15,785
Posted By K2SkyRider

Flight Training Insurance

Hi All,

I’ve been in touch with BALPA regarding flight training insurance. They offer cover for the full amount of training cost in the unfortunate event of death/loss of medical.

I’m due to...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
3rd Mar 2004, 23:18
Replies: 213
Views: 64,117
Posted By K2SkyRider

Artificial Horizon, I’m sorry to hear that,...

Artificial Horizon,

I’m sorry to hear that, but I’m convinced you need to disregard all the negatives associated with this profession if you really want to succeed and be happy. Of course, with a...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
2nd Mar 2004, 21:04
Replies: 11
Views: 1,926
Posted By K2SkyRider

flugfisch, Which airline and which training...

flugfisch,

Which airline and which training organisation? How much are you paying, if you don't mind me asking? What is the minimum entry criteria for the course?

Thanks.

K2
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
29th Feb 2004, 01:27
Replies: 29
Views: 3,952
Posted By K2SkyRider

I'll be there aswell. I'm sure between us we can...

I'll be there aswell. I'm sure between us we can ask all the right questions.

Read good things on Pprune about SFC as an FTO. Does anyone know if they have a stable financial history?

AIRWAY, I...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
29th Feb 2004, 00:50
Replies: 16
Views: 1,676
Posted By K2SkyRider

I got the impression that Airlines recruiting low...

I got the impression that Airlines recruiting low hours FOs wont touch grads that don't pass everything 1st time. Anyone care to agree/disagree?

Are Oxford licenced as a TRTO (the link via the CAA...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
27th Feb 2004, 21:18
Replies: 27
Views: 3,533
Posted By K2SkyRider

I feel in the mood to spark a debate.... Why...

I feel in the mood to spark a debate....

Why Malgus and not Oxford? Do they have a better Career Development Officer/'links' with airlines? Is Oxford a more well known product?

BTW congrats to...
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