Cathay Pacific Second Officer Direct Entry
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From: spain
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From: coventry
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From: Philippines
Hello everyone!
New here
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Can I ask what attachment I can put on the ATPL written results? And how can I adjust my flying hours from FAA to the P1, P1 U/S, etc...?
I have FAA CPL ME IR with more than 250 hours, but I don't know what to put on the ATPL written result attachment field since in the FAA world they will allow you to take only the written exams after logging 1500 hours and attending ATP-CTP grounds. And adjusting the flying hours from FAA world to HK CAD world is quite daunting.
Thank you
New here
!Can I ask what attachment I can put on the ATPL written results? And how can I adjust my flying hours from FAA to the P1, P1 U/S, etc...?
I have FAA CPL ME IR with more than 250 hours, but I don't know what to put on the ATPL written result attachment field since in the FAA world they will allow you to take only the written exams after logging 1500 hours and attending ATP-CTP grounds. And adjusting the flying hours from FAA world to HK CAD world is quite daunting.
Thank you
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From: Pretoria
Teams Interview
Hey Everyone
I will be doing the TEAMS online interview in 3 days and would like to know what should I expect, alot of people here saying its only HR questions but ive read somewhere else it will also have technical questions
anyone did recently could help?
I will be doing the TEAMS online interview in 3 days and would like to know what should I expect, alot of people here saying its only HR questions but ive read somewhere else it will also have technical questions
anyone did recently could help?
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From: China
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From: Sydney, Australia
Newbie got a shot
Hey folks been a lurker a while now and I just finished my initial interview early this month. Any info whats next after submitting the PLIS/MIC forms? I’ve got another assessment for a different airline this coming Feb ‘25 and am worried if whatever comes next might coincide with any CX assessments. Also would appreciate any info on the assessment day for CX.
Many thanks
Many thanks
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From: South Africa
This is a summary of what to prepare for the initial 30min Teams interview and what came up: Why Hong Kong and Not South Africa? What About Your Family?
What Is Your History in Aviation?
Why Cathay Pacific?
What Do You Know About Cathay Pacific?
Preferred Aircraft and Why
What Do You Know About Hong Kong and Areas to Live?
What is the longest flight?
How long is the flight from your country to Hong Kong?
Fleet, what aircraft do we operate and what aircraft are on order?
Would there be a difference in the responsibility of the pilot flying a small 2 seater aircraft vs one with 400 pax? (responsibility, safety etc.)
What are the responsibilities of the Second Officer? (Primary role)
In general HR are very nice, if you do not know something don't stress just say so and they tend to move onto something else. Do be prepared to speak about yourself. They want to learn more about you and who you are, be confident, they are looking for future captains.
Be prepared to point out where in your logbook the specific flights are that they require: 300nm solo nav with 2 off base landings and the 5 solo full stop night landings are really the main ones.
Goodluck to all future potential Second Officers, hope this helps.
What Is Your History in Aviation?
Why Cathay Pacific?
What Do You Know About Cathay Pacific?
Preferred Aircraft and Why
What Do You Know About Hong Kong and Areas to Live?
What is the longest flight?
How long is the flight from your country to Hong Kong?
Fleet, what aircraft do we operate and what aircraft are on order?
Would there be a difference in the responsibility of the pilot flying a small 2 seater aircraft vs one with 400 pax? (responsibility, safety etc.)
What are the responsibilities of the Second Officer? (Primary role)
In general HR are very nice, if you do not know something don't stress just say so and they tend to move onto something else. Do be prepared to speak about yourself. They want to learn more about you and who you are, be confident, they are looking for future captains.
Be prepared to point out where in your logbook the specific flights are that they require: 300nm solo nav with 2 off base landings and the 5 solo full stop night landings are really the main ones.
Goodluck to all future potential Second Officers, hope this helps.
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From: Marseille
Hi everyone, thanks to those who shared information about the first online interview with CX.
Can someone explain here or via private message what are the next steps after we pass this interview and submit the PLIS form ?
Can someone explain here or via private message what are the next steps after we pass this interview and submit the PLIS form ?
Last edited by Fioupelan; 26th February 2025 at 08:00.
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From: HK
in the actualy condition i was met with SO who have upgraded to Fo only for 1 year services.
he is flying for jetstar asia before and collect about 1200 hours on A320 before joining as a CX SO.
and one of my friend is upgraded less than 2 years 1000 hours on A320 with TT about 1200 hours but he is managerial pilot as Flight safety officer (the company only allow flying from fri-sun) 3 days services a week.
He is mentioned upgrading is based on your previous background and your performance during services under Cx , its not applied for who hasn’t turbine time before
cmmiw
he is flying for jetstar asia before and collect about 1200 hours on A320 before joining as a CX SO.
and one of my friend is upgraded less than 2 years 1000 hours on A320 with TT about 1200 hours but he is managerial pilot as Flight safety officer (the company only allow flying from fri-sun) 3 days services a week.
He is mentioned upgrading is based on your previous background and your performance during services under Cx , its not applied for who hasn’t turbine time before
cmmiw
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From: HK
Interesting! So the HR lady I spoke with said upgrading is strictly based on seniority, but maybe that's not true in all cases. I already have my ATPL so to have all of these 250hr guys ahead of me didn't make sense. So I'll return with some jet time, as I only have multi-turbine time right now and go DEFO, instead of waiting the 5-6 years to upgrade.