CX cadet pilot programme interview in november
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So far, 3 people have been offered the cadetship on CP29. Various reasons makes the cadets unable to start in 2007 so they have been deferred to the first course in 2008.
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Good to see you on here again! Hope all is well! We shall meet next year some time!
bjbb-
Good to see you on here again! Hope all is well! We shall meet next year some time!
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stage 1 interview
well they start off by outlining the interview rundown. they told me specifically that this interview was going to focus on HR questions and technical subjects would be avoided... then they started off by asking me about my degree - what my degree is about, my choice to study in australia etc. their questions will be based according to what you put on your CV and application, so be sure to take a close look at it before you go.
they then asked me particularly about my math grades, because my math grades are not pretty. i had to do some explaining and attention diverting but that was nothing serious.
then they asked me what planes cadets fly in ADL, what licenses do cadets graduate with, what is the role of an S/O in cathay... but they did not ask the "conventional" questions of identifying the aircraft on the tarmac or on the photo on the wall. i was also asked about how i prepared for the CPP selection process.
finally the interview wrapped up with a few questions of my own, the entire duration was around 25 minutes.
a few tips for future Stage 1 applicants:
1. the interviewers will keep straight faces and occasionally cast unfriendly looks towards you. don't let this put you off, keep cool and focus on answering them the best you can.
2. the interview is very background specific so there are no "must-ask" questions... it all depends on what you've done before. just keep cool, be yourself and answer TRUTHFULLY.
3. keep concentrating on the interview. the room has a huge window facing the south runway and the view of aircraft taking off is simply spectacular... so it is very tempting to look outside while you're supposed to be talking to the interviewers.
basically this interview is to let them get to know you, and for you to convince them that you're serious about applying for the CPP and becoming an airline pilot. you should be fine after that, although it should seem ironic i should say that, since i haven't received any word from them yet!
good luck to all of you out there!!
they then asked me particularly about my math grades, because my math grades are not pretty. i had to do some explaining and attention diverting but that was nothing serious.
then they asked me what planes cadets fly in ADL, what licenses do cadets graduate with, what is the role of an S/O in cathay... but they did not ask the "conventional" questions of identifying the aircraft on the tarmac or on the photo on the wall. i was also asked about how i prepared for the CPP selection process.
finally the interview wrapped up with a few questions of my own, the entire duration was around 25 minutes.
a few tips for future Stage 1 applicants:
1. the interviewers will keep straight faces and occasionally cast unfriendly looks towards you. don't let this put you off, keep cool and focus on answering them the best you can.
2. the interview is very background specific so there are no "must-ask" questions... it all depends on what you've done before. just keep cool, be yourself and answer TRUTHFULLY.
3. keep concentrating on the interview. the room has a huge window facing the south runway and the view of aircraft taking off is simply spectacular... so it is very tempting to look outside while you're supposed to be talking to the interviewers.
basically this interview is to let them get to know you, and for you to convince them that you're serious about applying for the CPP and becoming an airline pilot. you should be fine after that, although it should seem ironic i should say that, since i haven't received any word from them yet!
good luck to all of you out there!!
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i agree with holdmetight on interview being "your resume specific"
but i was grinded with questions like
tell us the difference between 777-300 & 300er
range/fuel loading/payload/sweepback etc ...
there are no questions outside your circle of knowledge- everything they think you should know based on what you have told them in your resume...
good luck to all for stage 2
im up for stage 2 gathering .... the group excercise will become relaxed if we all meet up before & get to know each other a bit,
but i was grinded with questions like
tell us the difference between 777-300 & 300er
range/fuel loading/payload/sweepback etc ...
there are no questions outside your circle of knowledge- everything they think you should know based on what you have told them in your resume...
good luck to all for stage 2
im up for stage 2 gathering .... the group excercise will become relaxed if we all meet up before & get to know each other a bit,
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Received a call and email for the Second Stage Interview on the 18th. I'll most likely return to Hong Kong by the 15th. I realise this is in the latter period, but I'd like to have a meet in preparation for the group exercise if anyone is interested... ?
Stage 1 Interview is basically to ascertain that the person is keen. I think that the technical questions are posed according to the person's flying experience. From what I gather though, the "generic" technical questions were nothing further than differentiating between aircraft, the forces of flight, CX destinations and stuff about FTA (aircraft etc.).
Other points of discussion include current work/tertiary education, interests, Hong Kong, past experiences/hypothetical scenarios and how you react(ed) to them, personality etc.
Stage 1 Interview is basically to ascertain that the person is keen. I think that the technical questions are posed according to the person's flying experience. From what I gather though, the "generic" technical questions were nothing further than differentiating between aircraft, the forces of flight, CX destinations and stuff about FTA (aircraft etc.).
Other points of discussion include current work/tertiary education, interests, Hong Kong, past experiences/hypothetical scenarios and how you react(ed) to them, personality etc.
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hey guys i'm sure most of you know but if u are interested in meeting up there is another thread going already about it
PS: what extra study is everyone else doing?? i know that book is fairly basic but it does cover most things anyone got ideas??
PS: what extra study is everyone else doing?? i know that book is fairly basic but it does cover most things anyone got ideas??
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hi mr. snowy
it is because the book is basic that extra study is needed. the technical component of the panel interview will comprise questions on the topics mentioned in the book, but the depth of the knowledge required to answer those questions will be deeper than what the book provides. this is to see if applicants have the passion and initiative to do their own study and research.
i have also heard that the Job Knowledge Test will have questions that are on materials not mentioned in their booklet. these questions fall into two categories, namely CX company info (such as specific numbers of each fleet) and harder technical questions based on topics mentioned in the booklet.
aviation knowledge is literally limitless and it's fair to say that you won't be able to study to much of a technical proficiency in such a limited time frame. but the good thing is, you are allowed to tell them that you don't know the answer to a question, because for cadet selections the attitude matters more than the actual knowledge you have. so don't sweat if you feel you don't know enough; if you've done your homework and looked outside their booklet, they will know.
hope that helps.
good luck, and happy studying to all my fellow Stage 2 candidates. keep going!
it is because the book is basic that extra study is needed. the technical component of the panel interview will comprise questions on the topics mentioned in the book, but the depth of the knowledge required to answer those questions will be deeper than what the book provides. this is to see if applicants have the passion and initiative to do their own study and research.
i have also heard that the Job Knowledge Test will have questions that are on materials not mentioned in their booklet. these questions fall into two categories, namely CX company info (such as specific numbers of each fleet) and harder technical questions based on topics mentioned in the booklet.
aviation knowledge is literally limitless and it's fair to say that you won't be able to study to much of a technical proficiency in such a limited time frame. but the good thing is, you are allowed to tell them that you don't know the answer to a question, because for cadet selections the attitude matters more than the actual knowledge you have. so don't sweat if you feel you don't know enough; if you've done your homework and looked outside their booklet, they will know.
hope that helps.
good luck, and happy studying to all my fellow Stage 2 candidates. keep going!
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Hi Guys,
I was supposed to be in the november round also but had to postpone due to university commitments, they have contacted me to attend the feb round. I was just wondering what people found and if theres any tips anyone might have?
thanks
I was supposed to be in the november round also but had to postpone due to university commitments, they have contacted me to attend the feb round. I was just wondering what people found and if theres any tips anyone might have?
thanks
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Stage 2 interview
Has anyone heard the outcome of stage 2 from this week? I know a couple of people who are booked in for the medical on Monday the 17th who attended earlier this week. Has anyone from Wednesday Thursday found out?