Cathay Pacific Cadet Pilot Programme

[pilotow]

for my whole application process timeline:

ICAO: 2 weeks after application
computer based assessment: 5 days after receiving ICAO
initial interview: on the day after computer based assessment
final interview: 1 week after initial interview
medical assessment: 1 week after final interview

hope it helps

[Lily0623]

So ICAO English is prior to computer based assessment now?

[Wesely]

HI all! I got a question about the tattoo policy about CX. As I got a forearm tattoo can only cover with long sleeves shirt, is that acceptable for CX medical assessment?
And I am going to do the laser tattoo removal if I pass the technical interview. Any suggestions? Thank you!!

[Hardrod]

Originally Posted by fullpower

Hi all, I am new here.

I would like to ask how long an applicant shall wait to receive the reply/email from Cathay that instruct them to apply for the ICAO test after the date when he or she made the application (Day 0)?
I heard some received next day (Day 1) after they applied (Day 0), some may take around a week, but also heard some weird case that they received nothing after a week/ weeks and their portal were 'clear' later (Don't know what happen to them!).

Cathay Pacific is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with our personal data policy and for recruitment purposes only. Candidates not notified within eight weeks may consider their application unsuccessful. All related information will be kept in our file for up to 24 months. A copy of our Personal Information Collection Statement will be provided upon request by contacting our Data Protection Officer.


So this is how people looking for jobs these days - completely ignore the things on the JD. Said it all.

[pilotow]

Originally Posted by Lily0623

So ICAO English is prior to computer based assessment now?

both sort of come in the same time, and need to do it in parallel tbh

[Mango23312]

Hi mate,

I was on the same initial interview day as you, and I still haven't received any news from CX.

May I know if there have been any updates from you, please ?

Originally Posted by e81247

Hi all,

has anyone had this before?
so i had my initial interview yesterday and didnt hear back from Cathay since.
My online application is still there but the "action" button is no long available. is this a sign that my application gonna get deleted soon?

[fullpower]

Originally Posted by Hardrod

Cathay Pacific is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with our personal data policy and for recruitment purposes only. Candidates not notified within eight weeks may consider their application unsuccessful. All related information will be kept in our file for up to 24 months. A copy of our Personal Information Collection Statement will be provided upon request by contacting our Data Protection Officer.


So this is how people looking for jobs these days - completely ignore the things on the JD. Said it all.

I don't think that a candidate who is qualified for all the entry requirement will not be invited for the ICAO and Cut-E assessment, especially this is his or her first attempt. On the other hand, I heard that the time waited for receiving the invitation email for ICAO and CUt-E is different but usually candidate will receive this several days after submitting the application.

That's why I have such question,and would like to see anyone has similar condition.

But, anyway, thank for your reply that just copy the official statement again.

[Wesely]

Originally Posted by Wesely

HI all! I got a question about the tattoo policy about CX. As I got a forearm tattoo can only cover with long sleeves shirt, is that acceptable for CX medical assessment?
And I am going to do the laser tattoo removal if I pass the technical interview. Any suggestions? Thank you!!

🙏🙏anyone have suggestions?

[Hardrod]

CX Alternatives

Few days left. British Airways is now taking on Cadets application til April 26th. 6 years bond. Fully funded by BA.
BNO visa gives you right to work and live in the UK. 100 spots. Highly competitive. Worth for a try tho.

https://careers.ba.com/speedbird-pil...my-preparation

Requirements:

• You'll be 17-55 years of age to apply and 18 years of age to start training
• Six GCSEs grade A-C or 5-9, including Maths, English and a Science or equivalent qualifications
• Fluent in English (and, if applicable, have achieved ICAO Level 6 on completion of training). For non-native English speakers, you will need a certificate proving you have achieved International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Level 5.5 overall, with no less than 5.5 in any individual area (Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking). This must be the Academic test, not General Training
• A valid passport which permits unrestricted worldwide travel
• Your height must be between 1.57m (5'2") and 1.90m (6'3"). If you’re taller than 1.90m, you may submit an application, but may be required to undergo a functionality check
• Able to obtain and hold a UK CAA Class 1 medical with no restrictions and meet British Airways medical criteria
• Before training starts, you must have completed referencing and pre-employment checks to the satisfactory standard and supply satisfactory UK and international Criminal Record Checks
• Have the right to live and work in the UK without sponsorship

Detailed FAQ - See PDF

Do I need IELTS 5.5 to apply?
You don’t need this to apply. If you are successful, you would need to obtain this before commencing your training.
Can any of the selection stages be done remotely?
All the selection stages will be held in person at Heathrow.
I have higher education than GCSE, but don’t meet the GCSE requirements, can I still apply?
You will need to meet the GCSE requirement as advertised to apply, regardless of any other qualification you may hold.
Will preference be given to those with A Levels/Degrees?
You need to meet the GCSE requirements as detailed in the application criteria. Further or higher education are not part of the application criteria.
I have a foreign passport with the right to live and work in the UK, can I apply?
As long as your passport allows you unrestricted worldwide travel, you can apply.

[longbeachflyer]

Originally Posted by pilotow

for my whole application process timeline:

ICAO: 2 weeks after application
computer based assessment: 5 days after receiving ICAO
initial interview: on the day after computer based assessment
final interview: 1 week after initial interview
medical assessment: 1 week after final interview

hope it helps

initial interview takes place on the same day as computer based assessment? both via MS Teams?

[trigonometry]

Originally Posted by Hardrod

CX Alternatives

Few days left. British Airways is now taking on Cadets application til April 26th. 6 years bond. Fully funded by BA.
BNO visa gives you right to work and live in the UK. 100 spots. Highly competitive. Worth for a try tho.

https://careers.ba.com/speedbird-pil...my-preparation

Requirements:

• You'll be 17-55 years of age to apply and 18 years of age to start training
• Six GCSEs grade A-C or 5-9, including Maths, English and a Science or equivalent qualifications
• Fluent in English (and, if applicable, have achieved ICAO Level 6 on completion of training). For non-native English speakers, you will need a certificate proving you have achieved International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Level 5.5 overall, with no less than 5.5 in any individual area (Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking). This must be the Academic test, not General Training
• A valid passport which permits unrestricted worldwide travel
• Your height must be between 1.57m (5'2") and 1.90m (6'3"). If you’re taller than 1.90m, you may submit an application, but may be required to undergo a functionality check
• Able to obtain and hold a UK CAA Class 1 medical with no restrictions and meet British Airways medical criteria
• Before training starts, you must have completed referencing and pre-employment checks to the satisfactory standard and supply satisfactory UK and international Criminal Record Checks
• Have the right to live and work in the UK without sponsorship

Detailed FAQ - See PDF

Do I need IELTS 5.5 to apply?
You don’t need this to apply. If you are successful, you would need to obtain this before commencing your training.
Can any of the selection stages be done remotely?
All the selection stages will be held in person at Heathrow.
I have higher education than GCSE, but don’t meet the GCSE requirements, can I still apply?
You will need to meet the GCSE requirement as advertised to apply, regardless of any other qualification you may hold.
Will preference be given to those with A Levels/Degrees?
You need to meet the GCSE requirements as detailed in the application criteria. Further or higher education are not part of the application criteria.
I have a foreign passport with the right to live and work in the UK, can I apply?
As long as your passport allows you unrestricted worldwide travel, you can apply.

Not sure if we should thank the HK Government or not, because if it wasn't them, the UK government wouldn't bother to change the Immigration policy for us, and we would still not be eligible to apply, even though we met all the requirements except working rights. Reading on their website, I can immediately notice the difference between CX and BA recruitment. Clear, concise, transparent, educational, and informative, it's like heaven and earth comparing with CX. And the Standard, something that is missing at CX.

Cathay's door is always open because they are desperate, but BA does not. I would encourage everyone that meets their academic requirements to give it a try.
Having rights to live and work in another country did not come easily.

More info on this thread Speedbird Pilot Academy - Funded