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The programme is for cadet pilots.
If you already have a CPL and are shortlisted for the next rounds, you will have to go undergo some parts of the training once again with the cadet pilots.
Not sure of this, but I think someone mentioned this earlier.
The programme is for cadet pilots.
If you already have a CPL and are shortlisted for the next rounds, you will have to go undergo some parts of the training once again with the cadet pilots.
Not sure of this, but I think someone mentioned this earlier.
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sia queries
With refernce to the SIA CADET(India) advert in Indian newspaper:
So,I guess SIA recruits CPL holders too, previous applicants(Ind/ Sin./ all SIA applicants) or someone knowledgable may correct me.
The ther area what I wanted some clarification is,how does SIA go about the whole process;
Thanks in advance and good day to all of you,
CR
So,I guess SIA recruits CPL holders too, previous applicants(Ind/ Sin./ all SIA applicants) or someone knowledgable may correct me.
The ther area what I wanted some clarification is,how does SIA go about the whole process;
- No. of assessment stages
- EACH round in brief ,duration, Sim round?
- what type are they hiring for
- what is the applicant supposed to know?
- for a CPL/IR holder would they conduct seperate(more detailed)assesments?
- study materials to refer?
Thanks in advance and good day to all of you,
CR
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i'm appalled they had to extend their recruitment drive all the way to india now. have they really exhausted the talent pool from singapore and malaysia? what next, PRC? 
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Just thought I'd help out by giving some pointers and insight with regards to the SIA cadet pilot interview as I recently got through.
As you may already know, first interviews are conducted in 2 sessions every Friday. Second interviews, 1 full-day session every Wednesday. From what I could see, every Friday, there are about ~40 first interviewees (give or take). About 7 - 8 will make it to the second interview.
The second interview is variable. There have been days when all made it through or none at all. But from what I could gather, the usual is 4 ~ 5 will make it through.
That's a whopping total of 90% attrition rate.
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First interview.
There will be one HR personnel and one Captain. This is where it boils down to how lucky or how good you are. Some people get interviewed by Management Pilots, and these people tend to ask really difficult questions. Some, by line Captains who are generally laid-back and want to assess your passion to fly. Be prepared and read up more.
The general rule of thumb is: If you do not know the answer, tell the truth and say you do not know. Do not try to lie your way through. If they press on for the answer, then try to answer as logically as you can. They are interested to see your thought pattern.
Questions are not fixed and I believe they are tailored to the individual's background and qualifications. If you're a Business/Arts grad, be prepared to be asked questions pertaining to the basic engineering (what are the 4 engine strokes, how does the fuel system work) or basic flight (gas turbines, Bernoulli's effect in flight).
Management pilots like to ask business based questions as they want an "all-rounder". Questions may be in the form of: "Why does SIA invest in so many different types of aircrafts?", "Why do we fly only certain routes and not others?". There are technical questions too, so be prepared.
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Second interview.
The prerequisite computer test by ComPsy. Most of us found it difficult and felt like we failed it after we finished. It'll take around 2.5 hours. The full details of the test is in Pg78 of this thread. Most important thing here is: Get a good night's sleep the night before the test. It is mentally draining and you need to be alert.
Break for lunch.
Interview starts with a panel of 4 Captains and 1 psychologist. Same case here, the questions are tailored for you. Nothing is fixed, but be prepared to be asked similar questions that you couldn't answer in the first interview. I believe the first interviewer recorded the questions that you couldn't answer. Do not just read up on that specific question, dive deeper. Say if you couldn't answer what are the 4 engine strokes, read up on that and go further to include the fuel system, transmission system etc etc. They want to see that you are willing to learn.
Here, they are also interested in your background. Why you did certain things and why you didn't. If there's something I learnt from the many interviews that I've gone through, don't just highlight the positive and try to make yourself shine. You need to show your humanistic side too. Do not be afraid to say: "It was a mistake on my part.. I regret not having pursued that when I was.. If I could turn back time, I would.." They want to see that you know your weaknesses, your mistakes and are willing to change that if given a chance.
As for the tea party, its a relatively informal affair at the training centre lounge. Small table with coffee, plain water, cakes and puffs. You can ask the 4 Captains about their experiences, their take on flying, their advice on certain matters. Be nice and don't try to dominate the entire conversation. Don't be too quiet either.
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With regards to the question of age, for Singaporeans, at 25, you may apply. But SIA will only give you the contract once they have sought clearance from the government (RSAF). At 24, you're a little too young in their eyes. If you get rejected through their silkroad system, apply again at 25. It's unfair, yes, cos the foreigners get to go through at 20, 21. But it's just the way our country's system works. Accept it and don't try to fight it.
As to "O" levels, even if you retake one paper that you didnt do well for (say you got D7 for Physics and wish to retake only Physics right now), it will not make a difference. From what the HR told us, they want to see you take all the papers in ONE sitting. This is to judge your ability to get through the 14 ATPL ground papers in 6 months. Reason being "O" levels is a better gauge is because at the University level, you can OTOT (own time, own target) pass the specific module, even if its 10x harder than "O" levels.
Turn your positive experiences and word it in such a way that it benefits SIA. If you did well in sports, say your athletic abilities stem from your constant desire to excel and it is this quality that you believe SIA needs from its pilots. If you're good academically, mention your hard-working traits and how SIA would benefit from this. In short, all your qualities should BENEFIT SIA, and not just yourself.
All the best!
As you may already know, first interviews are conducted in 2 sessions every Friday. Second interviews, 1 full-day session every Wednesday. From what I could see, every Friday, there are about ~40 first interviewees (give or take). About 7 - 8 will make it to the second interview.
The second interview is variable. There have been days when all made it through or none at all. But from what I could gather, the usual is 4 ~ 5 will make it through.
That's a whopping total of 90% attrition rate.
-----------------------------
First interview.
There will be one HR personnel and one Captain. This is where it boils down to how lucky or how good you are. Some people get interviewed by Management Pilots, and these people tend to ask really difficult questions. Some, by line Captains who are generally laid-back and want to assess your passion to fly. Be prepared and read up more.
The general rule of thumb is: If you do not know the answer, tell the truth and say you do not know. Do not try to lie your way through. If they press on for the answer, then try to answer as logically as you can. They are interested to see your thought pattern.
Questions are not fixed and I believe they are tailored to the individual's background and qualifications. If you're a Business/Arts grad, be prepared to be asked questions pertaining to the basic engineering (what are the 4 engine strokes, how does the fuel system work) or basic flight (gas turbines, Bernoulli's effect in flight).
Management pilots like to ask business based questions as they want an "all-rounder". Questions may be in the form of: "Why does SIA invest in so many different types of aircrafts?", "Why do we fly only certain routes and not others?". There are technical questions too, so be prepared.
-----------------------------
Second interview.
The prerequisite computer test by ComPsy. Most of us found it difficult and felt like we failed it after we finished. It'll take around 2.5 hours. The full details of the test is in Pg78 of this thread. Most important thing here is: Get a good night's sleep the night before the test. It is mentally draining and you need to be alert.
Break for lunch.
Interview starts with a panel of 4 Captains and 1 psychologist. Same case here, the questions are tailored for you. Nothing is fixed, but be prepared to be asked similar questions that you couldn't answer in the first interview. I believe the first interviewer recorded the questions that you couldn't answer. Do not just read up on that specific question, dive deeper. Say if you couldn't answer what are the 4 engine strokes, read up on that and go further to include the fuel system, transmission system etc etc. They want to see that you are willing to learn.
Here, they are also interested in your background. Why you did certain things and why you didn't. If there's something I learnt from the many interviews that I've gone through, don't just highlight the positive and try to make yourself shine. You need to show your humanistic side too. Do not be afraid to say: "It was a mistake on my part.. I regret not having pursued that when I was.. If I could turn back time, I would.." They want to see that you know your weaknesses, your mistakes and are willing to change that if given a chance.
As for the tea party, its a relatively informal affair at the training centre lounge. Small table with coffee, plain water, cakes and puffs. You can ask the 4 Captains about their experiences, their take on flying, their advice on certain matters. Be nice and don't try to dominate the entire conversation. Don't be too quiet either.
-----------------------------
With regards to the question of age, for Singaporeans, at 25, you may apply. But SIA will only give you the contract once they have sought clearance from the government (RSAF). At 24, you're a little too young in their eyes. If you get rejected through their silkroad system, apply again at 25. It's unfair, yes, cos the foreigners get to go through at 20, 21. But it's just the way our country's system works. Accept it and don't try to fight it.
As to "O" levels, even if you retake one paper that you didnt do well for (say you got D7 for Physics and wish to retake only Physics right now), it will not make a difference. From what the HR told us, they want to see you take all the papers in ONE sitting. This is to judge your ability to get through the 14 ATPL ground papers in 6 months. Reason being "O" levels is a better gauge is because at the University level, you can OTOT (own time, own target) pass the specific module, even if its 10x harder than "O" levels.
Turn your positive experiences and word it in such a way that it benefits SIA. If you did well in sports, say your athletic abilities stem from your constant desire to excel and it is this quality that you believe SIA needs from its pilots. If you're good academically, mention your hard-working traits and how SIA would benefit from this. In short, all your qualities should BENEFIT SIA, and not just yourself.
All the best!
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Hello everyone!
This cadet pilot programme has got me so excited but I can't even seem to be able to submit my application form! Since everybody has been successful in submitting their applications, I guess the problem is unique to me! Could you please help me locate where or what I might be doing wrong?
I'm using Firefox (tried applying using IE as well) and I get this error message when I hit "submit" right at the end:
I've logged the ticket with the support, lets hope they sort it out soon. In the mean time what do you think I might be doing wrong?
superliner
This cadet pilot programme has got me so excited but I can't even seem to be able to submit my application form! Since everybody has been successful in submitting their applications, I guess the problem is unique to me! Could you please help me locate where or what I might be doing wrong?
I'm using Firefox (tried applying using IE as well) and I get this error message when I hit "submit" right at the end:
Current Action Temporarily Unavailable
An unexpected problem has occurred with this action. This issue has been logged. Please try your request again. If you feel you are receiving this message in error, please contact support.
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Hi aLL! I receive email to attend first round Interview next friday. I got one serious question that i really want to know.
Have anyone of you see successful sia cadet who WEAR SPECS before??
Have anyone of you see successful sia cadet who WEAR SPECS before??
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as long as u meet the requirement of 500 myopia, 125 astigmatism for each eye, correctable to 6/6 with optical aids, u wear what kinda pattern spectacles also nevermind
lots of cadets wearing specs
lots of cadets wearing specs
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I am one of those folks still hoping to be called up for an interview.
So there's one more on 15 Apr if that's the one convo's going for.
Any more after that?
At least, it lets me know that there's been interviews and I can always hope that I might get called up. Thanks..
So there's one more on 15 Apr if that's the one convo's going for.
Any more after that?
At least, it lets me know that there's been interviews and I can always hope that I might get called up. Thanks..
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@ Pilgrim 25, there is an interview held almost every Friday at SIA training center.
Don’t lose hope, if you meet their minimum requirements, they will most definitely call you up.
Don’t lose hope, if you meet their minimum requirements, they will most definitely call you up.
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Hmm, basically how long does it take for them to reply?
It's been two weeks for mine, and my status has turned blank. My application was quicker last year as they replied within 12 days. I wonder if they will reject pple who did not go thru the 2nd interview.
Sometimes, its just giving a 2nd chance. You really don't know whats the reason of failing.
It's been two weeks for mine, and my status has turned blank. My application was quicker last year as they replied within 12 days. I wonder if they will reject pple who did not go thru the 2nd interview.
Sometimes, its just giving a 2nd chance. You really don't know whats the reason of failing.
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@evis,
Rumour has it , that the "Blank" Status means your application is under review.
Well, while i dont believe they will reject people who have gone for couple of rounds of the first interviews, i believe the priority is given to the first time applicants.
Rumour has it , that the "Blank" Status means your application is under review.
Well, while i dont believe they will reject people who have gone for couple of rounds of the first interviews, i believe the priority is given to the first time applicants.