Cathay Pacific Cadet Pilot Programme

[dolpinsky]

what sort of pressure?

[ae86kelvin]

If the interview only covers the booklet, I would have been hired 10 years ago. Knowledge is infinite, there is no harm to study whatever resources you have, I would suggest study up to CPL or even ATPL level.

[jackietk]

Got it, Thanks for the suggestion

[indomi]

Honestly, there is not enough time for you to prepare the interview if you just start preparation after submitting the application or getting the invitation email.

[A330B777]

hours logged per year.

once line training is complete, approximately how many hours do cruise relief pilots log at Cathay each year?

[Cpt. Underpants]

Actual hours operated by a typical S/O are about 60 hours per month.

However, only 1/2 the actual seat hours may be logged towards a licence upgrade. Assuming that the S/O spends 1/2 the typical flight time in a seat with a forward view, he/she would be allowed to log half that - so, about 15 hours per month towards a higher licence.

Take a month off for vacation, that leaves 135 hours per year logged time.

[CaptainLimbu]

Stage 1a

Does the stage 1a interview (Compass test) for the ab initio program comprise of Physics???

[strawhatpilot]

Question about PPL

Hello fellow Cathay enthusiasts,

I'm in the midst of finishing up my undergrad and I'm debating on whether or not I should get a PPL. I've read that they'd give PPL holders different questions. My question is, being a PPL holder wouldn't give one a better chance at landing the interview correct? Also, would being a PPL holder better prepare one for the interview, although questions might be a harder level?

[kycfi85]

Private

Well, a private license/certificate will make you make you an actual pilot. That's more than most of these guys on the forum, who can tell you about jets but can't even fly a 172...

So, YES. Why wouldn't you want to get your feet wet before committing to a life long career?

[strawhatpilot]

You make a great point. But is there a higher chance of getting past the application process to stage 1 if you are a PPL holder?

[fe_fkf]

CaptainLimbu

Does the stage 1a interview (Compass test) for the ab initio program comprise of Physics???

Yep i was asked some physics mc questions in the compass test...it should be some high school level physics

[dolpinsky]

Anyone knows what kind of assessment is included in the 1wk flight grading? I know there is stall recovery, but what else?

[mast000]

Its actually depends on how many hours you already have...

[strawhatpilot]

What if it's less than 100

[DrakeSkyle]

Anyone knows what kind of assessment is included in the 1wk flight grading? I know there is stall recovery, but what else?

Basic aircraft control, stall recovery, wingovers, circuits (intermediate grading only). Just pretty basic stuff.

[dolpinsky]

mast000

I know, just wasn't sure if they've changed a lot after cutting a whole week
anyway thx!

[dolpinsky]

DrakeSkyle
thx!
Is it the same as KA?

[DrakeSkyle]

DrakeSkyle
thx!
Is it the same as KA?

Hm not sure about KA as I've never done it.

[strawhatpilot]

What type of "papers" are you referring to? Other than an HKID and "papers", are there other specific things that they look for when looking at your application?

[chris186]

KA too. Few PPL holders have just got turned down at the 2nd last stage (FTA assessment). Really talented people. So yes he is right. PPL won't secure ur chance. It still comes down to your aptitude, EQ and interview handling.

Good luck~