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Forum: Fragrant Harbour
6th May 2014, 10:13
Replies: 85
Views: 32,883
Posted By JSB

...and at the risk of dragging this thread back...

...and at the risk of dragging this thread back to the base closure shall we not forget that there are capable and professional colleagues of ours that are facing huge upheaval in their lives and...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
27th Nov 2010, 20:04
Replies: 11
Views: 4,918
Posted By JSB

"Militants"? Really? How about a body of...

"Militants"? Really? How about a body of professional aviators that have stood apart for too long and have finally had enough? The GC do a fine job but they are mediators and negotiators,...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
24th Nov 2010, 12:25
Replies: 3
Views: 1,948
Posted By JSB

Exactly the same thing happened last time, NR...

Exactly the same thing happened last time, NR managed to drag his feet into the recession saving the company a stack, well done to Management again. So, if the company isn't willing to make time to...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
6th Oct 2009, 20:02
Replies: 26
Views: 5,378
Posted By JSB

hekokimushi, thanks for the link... no vodafone...

hekokimushi, thanks for the link... no vodafone store at CKL is there? any in Tung Chung?
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
6th Oct 2009, 10:27
Replies: 26
Views: 5,378
Posted By JSB

Anyone know if you can get a USB modem (say from...

Anyone know if you can get a USB modem (say from the WanCh computer centre) and then use it with the 3 pay-as-you-go plan (i.e. $28 per day)?
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
1st Oct 2009, 14:14
Replies: 26
Views: 5,378
Posted By JSB

Thanks Tonto, seems 3 might be the go.

Thanks Tonto, seems 3 might be the go.
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
29th Sep 2009, 19:38
Replies: 26
Views: 5,378
Posted By JSB

Tonto, you with 3 or vodafone?

Tonto, you with 3 or vodafone?
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
21st Sep 2009, 10:21
Replies: 26
Views: 5,378
Posted By JSB

Thanks guys, Yeah, I think 3 may be the way...

Thanks guys,

Yeah, I think 3 may be the way to go.

Very insightful that DH believes that "I personally see a less demanding need as compared to other CX ports." How many 3-4 months courses...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
19th Sep 2009, 12:19
Replies: 26
Views: 5,378
Posted By JSB

Wireless broadband alternatives to Headland internet

Was looking at getting internet through the Headland Hotel but it seems pretty expensive (and talking to some colleagues they say it's pretty unreliable).

Anyone able to give some recommendations...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
19th Sep 2009, 12:09
Replies: 9
Views: 1,293
Posted By JSB

Thumbs up Old thread, but valid nonetheless. If anyone is...

Old thread, but valid nonetheless. If anyone is interested, I went with a company called piccante (Piccante Web Design - Hot Design, Low Cost (http://www.piccantewebdesign.com)). They took care of...
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
7th Jan 2008, 16:45
Replies: 20
Views: 3,273
Posted By JSB

Pimp: You'll join as a DEFO, not pax, not...

Pimp: You'll join as a DEFO, not pax, not freighter - you can be asked to operate either type. You'll get paid as sisyphos mentions, the new payscale (let's call it, say... C scale - effectively a...
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
14th Dec 2007, 11:43
Replies: 20
Views: 3,273
Posted By JSB

FO 737-800 I suspect that your hours...

FO 737-800
I suspect that your hours requirement is too low at the moment, but it's not going to hurt to get your resume on file - they can only say "come back later when you have more hours".
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
9th Dec 2007, 12:29
Replies: 20
Views: 3,273
Posted By JSB

My mistake... I thought you said "you will...

My mistake...

I thought you said "you will need over 1000 jet"

when in fact you meant "you will need over 1000 jet.... unless you have 1000 Command Turbo-prop time over 20,000kg.... "
;)
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
8th Dec 2007, 17:46
Replies: 20
Views: 3,273
Posted By JSB

Not quite right Night Watch?

Out of interest, are you in the recruiting office NW, or have a pretty good idea of what's happening in there?
There is no minimum jet requirement for DEFO that I'm aware of... unless things have...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
5th Dec 2007, 10:38
Replies: 7
Views: 1,968
Posted By JSB

Quite right N1, Any increase in pay or better...

Quite right N1,
Any increase in pay or better conditions for any of our fellow workers should be applauded - of course watching our engineers etc leave for better paying jobs is sad but it's the...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
4th Dec 2007, 17:11
Replies: 7
Views: 1,968
Posted By JSB

Pill is spot on

The propaganda machine runs smoothly doesn't it...?:suspect:
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
23rd Nov 2007, 09:31
Replies: 1
Views: 968
Posted By JSB

Good question. If you are UK based but live...

Good question. If you are UK based but live elsewhere you will need to declare yourself 'non-resident'. You will then likely pay a percentage of UK tax based on your operating movements into and...
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
24th Oct 2007, 07:49
Replies: 20
Views: 8,475
Posted By JSB

If you are joining in 2008 you'll come under...

If you are joining in 2008 you'll come under COS08 and the new Unified pay scale for First Officers. Link here, or just search for it...
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
23rd Oct 2007, 16:44
Replies: 20
Views: 8,475
Posted By JSB

Yes, CX just hasn't kept pace with costs of...

Yes, CX just hasn't kept pace with costs of living in europe, unfortunately, and with new bi-lateral tax arrangements (not HKG-europe but intra-EU as CX is going on-shore) it's not the attractive...
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
6th Oct 2007, 16:57
Replies: 20
Views: 8,475
Posted By JSB

Can't speak for the 400F guys out of LHR but on...

Can't speak for the 400F guys out of LHR but on the classic out of MAN expect an average pattern of 10 days, up to 12 days then 5-6 (tops) at home. Expect when the -200F goes 'regional' in HKG that...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
11th Jul 2007, 20:38
Replies: 12
Views: 2,417
Posted By JSB

Have to concur with Yeager on this one. But,...

Have to concur with Yeager on this one. But, you've got nothing to lose to come to HKG and have a look around. Keep an ear to the ground on the pay negotiation process here at CX, this is not "the"...
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
3rd Jun 2007, 11:48
Replies: 2
Views: 1,030
Posted By JSB

I assume you're talking about freighter bases...

I assume you're talking about freighter bases Wolferj. Not at this stage but I'll happily support the rumour :}
(temp base for the pax acft -400 and bus as it's seasonal)
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
28th May 2007, 12:55
Replies: 2
Views: 1,032
Posted By JSB

Glass Half Empty, Pretty well a spot-on...

Glass Half Empty,

Pretty well a spot-on summary.

Throw into the mix that MAN is a pain in the a$$ to get into - and out of - if you're planning to commute by air...

:}
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
27th Apr 2007, 16:42
Replies: 27
Views: 4,344
Posted By JSB

I believe Alitalia for one... You are right,...

I believe Alitalia for one...
You are right, there is no free travel on CX and ID90 ticket prices seem to keep increasing.
However, you are entitled to up to 4 sectors per year (you and wife for...
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
22nd Dec 2006, 21:14
Replies: 4
Views: 1,201
Posted By JSB

G109, As far as I know, in either AMS or FRA...

G109,

As far as I know, in either AMS or FRA you will be paid in GBP (unless this has changed recently, and Titan is usually on the ball) into a HKG account and will pay tax in Hong Kong as Dan...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
31st Oct 2006, 15:07
Replies: 5
Views: 1,996
Posted By JSB

Hey LLZ 44, Some good advice mentioned from the...

Hey LLZ 44,
Some good advice mentioned from the previous posters. It is correct that it is not unheard of; perhaps at the conclusion of the first interview (when it is likely that you'll be asked...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
20th Oct 2006, 17:41
Replies: 10
Views: 2,553
Posted By JSB

PurpleMonky, A reasonable question. I'd have...

PurpleMonky,
A reasonable question. I'd have to say that you will both be able to afford a comfortable lifestyle in HKG on a SO/JFO salary unless you spend every night in "the Fong" boozing it up....
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
27th Aug 2006, 11:19
Replies: 38
Views: 6,779
Posted By JSB

Amen Rodney. Seems to be prolific from ATC in...

Amen Rodney. Seems to be prolific from ATC in BRU as well...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
10th Jul 2006, 17:21
Replies: 28
Views: 9,422
Posted By JSB

Hey "Messiah", it's the PP "rumour" (not gossip)...

Hey "Messiah", it's the PP "rumour" (not gossip) network; I find this thread bordering on the offensive. No respect. :suspect:
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
4th Jul 2006, 10:58
Replies: 4
Views: 4,003
Posted By JSB

Dream guy, Regarding the SO/FO issue, I'd grab...

Dream guy,
Regarding the SO/FO issue, I'd grab the interview opportunity with both hands first. At the conclusion of the questions you will have the chance to ask any questions... if you have made...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
25th Jun 2006, 16:03
Replies: 6
Views: 1,643
Posted By JSB

5 greens, you are quite right, if you answer the...

5 greens, you are quite right, if you answer the phone. More likely they'll nab you before you depart from the last flight of the pattern!:ok:
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
25th Jun 2006, 11:37
Replies: 6
Views: 1,643
Posted By JSB

Regarding the a days you can stay at home but...

Regarding the a days you can stay at home but need to be able to get to work "within 10 hrs" of a callout.
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
4th May 2006, 11:10
Replies: 1
Views: 1,567
Posted By JSB

CX freighters in OZ

PLJ,
Not in the usual place, but a good thread started in : D & G General Aviation & Questions
Try there,
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
31st Jan 2006, 06:33
Replies: 7
Views: 2,075
Posted By JSB

CloudSailor, Not sure that the extra ratings...

CloudSailor,
Not sure that the extra ratings would help, though I'm not sure of any magic solutions either. Did you 'gently' press the issue in your first interview saying that you would be keen on...
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
11th Nov 2005, 08:14
Replies: 14
Views: 2,979
Posted By JSB

While I agree with Hellanic Aviator regarding the...

While I agree with Hellanic Aviator regarding the basics of flying the simulator (irrespective of -400/-200) I personally disagree that hiring a sim for practise does not give you "the edge". Most...
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