Singapore Airlines Second officer for expats
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Singapore Airlines Second officer for expats
Hello guys. I am looking to apply for DESO in SIA.
And request for your help in knowing various prospects like:
1. Are they really interested in hiring Expat SO's
2. Is it worth it to start career with SIA ?
3. What kind of contract do they make us sign ?
4. What is the pay and expenses ? Are they enough to sustain a good lifestyle ?
5. How fast are FO and Command Upgrades?
any other info you may wish to highlight
Please note that there is already a post but it covers mostly about DEFO and not SO's, so this can be a useful thread for young fresh pilots.
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Thank You.
And request for your help in knowing various prospects like:
1. Are they really interested in hiring Expat SO's
2. Is it worth it to start career with SIA ?
3. What kind of contract do they make us sign ?
4. What is the pay and expenses ? Are they enough to sustain a good lifestyle ?
5. How fast are FO and Command Upgrades?
any other info you may wish to highlight
Please note that there is already a post but it covers mostly about DEFO and not SO's, so this can be a useful thread for young fresh pilots.
.
Thank You.
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Even though the position is advertised for Second Officers, many of the people applying come from regional jets with lots of jet hours so they obviously pick those guys up first.
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they are now open to hiring expats but on local terms and contract.
DESO position would be for around 9-12 months or maybe over a year then youll get checked out as a FO.
From what I've heard , command upgrades will take some time. wont be looking at a command upgrade under 8 years.
In my opinion , SIA is a great start to your career. High standards, stable company , fair pay and opportunity.
You'll required to sign a 8 year bond which starts when youre a FO.
DESO position would be for around 9-12 months or maybe over a year then youll get checked out as a FO.
From what I've heard , command upgrades will take some time. wont be looking at a command upgrade under 8 years.
In my opinion , SIA is a great start to your career. High standards, stable company , fair pay and opportunity.
You'll required to sign a 8 year bond which starts when youre a FO.
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they hire from various background, even people with zero jet hrs have been hired. They looking at mix of turboprop, jet and low hr pilots. SQ have their own way, regardless of your background they will train you to their standards. One of best companies to work for.
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I think you get an allowance for around 6-9 months till you finish line training. After that you will be on a FO pay which is around 9000-12000 song dollars (not sure of exact) Again as a SO you get to fly the airplane unlike in Cathay where you are relief pilot.
Assuming everyone on this thread has applied?
I've gone for it... would be good if people who get contacted let everyone know so we can work out if we've been unsuccessful or not!
I've gone for it... would be good if people who get contacted let everyone know so we can work out if we've been unsuccessful or not!
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I’ll let you know if I have any news. Also check if the status on the application webpage changes. I think it changes from “application sent” to “in review” or something like that.
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Singapore Airlines DESO 2022
Hi everyone!
I am a CPL MEIR holder, and have a Current IR A320 Type Rating endorsed on my license, with the required 200 hours as PIC. So is it enough for the SIA recruiters to allow me for appearing through their process? Any ideas would be genuinely appreciated.
I am a CPL MEIR holder, and have a Current IR A320 Type Rating endorsed on my license, with the required 200 hours as PIC. So is it enough for the SIA recruiters to allow me for appearing through their process? Any ideas would be genuinely appreciated.
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- Possesses a valid Class 1 Medical Certificate (recognized or can be validated by CAAS)
- Holds a valid CPL/IR with frozen ATPL (recognized or can be validated by CAAS)
Or do i have to get the conversion done first?
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I'm a real newbie, just finished flight school. I live in New Zealand and I want to apply to DESO but i'm just not sure about these..
Or do i have to get the conversion done first?
- Possesses a valid Class 1 Medical Certificate (recognized or can be validated by CAAS)
- Holds a valid CPL/IR with frozen ATPL (recognized or can be validated by CAAS)
Or do i have to get the conversion done first?
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I also applied on 9th Sept and still no word. Im beginning to think maybe they give the locals and other asian countries priority first
How long did they take to contact you after applying?
How long did they take to contact you after applying?
I previously applied for their cadet scheme a few years ago and they contacted me only once the position had stopped being advertised. This time round they state they are not responding to unsuccessful candidates, so I'm just going to keep my hopes up until the position is removed from their careers portal, and after that I'll assume it wasn't for me this time!
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