March interview
 

hi guys!

anyone that has gone for the medical in march and r waiting for reply from SIA??? :)

Hi Everyone,

I have also received the long awaited email, inviting me to attend an interview in KL, on the 22nd April at Hotel Nikko.

I'm soo excited, I had the biggest smile on my face when I check the email.
Its been nearly 4 years of trying to get this interview. yipeeeeeeeee

Please try to understand this.

Are you coming along?

Hahaha! I was waiting to see who would pick up on that cue...

Come on dammit!

I always look back fondly at the good folks of SFC. I had a really good time there...

I'm thinking about applying again for this. I applied just after I graduated (24 years old then) with a BSE in Aerospace Engineering from Michigan and did not get an interview. From then till now, I've been working in the US as an engineer and I got a PPL here and have been flying cross-countries for fun, enjoying the scenery and exploring small air strips.

I'm considering applying again as I am just so itchy to fly and explore the world. I turn 26 this year, Singaporean and served NS. Just what are my chances now as compared to when I applied immediately after university?

I am another who got called up for the 1st interview on the 22nd. After months of waiting...I am really excited and look forward to it. Good luck to all of you!

Yuan 7, I've also gone for med. on March....still waiting for sia to call. The wait is long....:(

I'm waiting too!
 

Me Too. I'm still waiting...

Oh the lovely joyce!

Carl,
I guess you did not get called up before was because you did not hit the minimum age. With your background, you should stand a pretty good chance. (though I haven't really met anyone who graduated from the states yet, or maybe I have but did not know, so I don't know if it's good.) Now that you have work experience, it makes it all better. Are you in the states now? It is preferable that when you apply, you be physically in Singapore, to avoid any complications. That's what they prefer I guess. There was one person who was located in australia before and they did not call him up because of his work commitments, etc and they had to accomodate his schedule instead of vice versa. That happened before so I don't know what they will do now. (I don't really know the details of it all but that's just a surface note to take.) You have your PPL in the states? By the way, it does not bump you up stages for the CPP. You still have to start from scratch.

To the rest,
Waiting is key...keep yourself occupied, don't think about it too much. When it comes, it comes.

All the best to everyone!

"Use that thing on your shoulders, god damn it! It's your bread and butter!" Haha... He's a really nice fella though.

Any other guys that have gone for med. during March and waiting for result? So far, it seems like only yuan_7, winn and me. Hmm...given usually a 5-6wks between the courses, I reckon that the coming cse should commence either 28 Apr or 5 May. Either case, it's going to be 1 mth or less away real soon. Hopefully SIA calls the next few days, I need to give my company 1 mth notice. J****, pls hurry.

I disagree. He's more than that. He's a DAMNED good man.

He has a heart of gold. But his role requires that he wear a mask and be mostly the one to kick butt regularly.

It pains him to no end to see lazy cadets, especially those who cannot appreciate how fortunate they are to be in a cadet program and fast tracked to the right seat much to the envy and even scorn of regular folks who go the hard way.

Speaking of which, bad news travels fast. Word out is that the latest ATPL results has thrown up a new underachiever - 2 (yes TWO) marks for Met Theory. What do you do with characters like that? This cadet being ex-RSAF makes it even harder to give him the benefit of the doubt.

BillKill,
I surely hope for that first interview. I just wonder what kind of questions they would ask me. Most of the questions mentioned on this forum seem OK. I am in the US now, but my company intends to post me back to Singapore in the near future, maybe June, so I am hoping to go for the interviews when I am back in Singapore. The only not-so-cool thing about being in Singapore is the undeveloped GA scene, no freedom in renting a plane and going where ever you like, always having to report to ATC.

It doesn't matter if I have to start from scratch, I enjoy it actually, spending more time in the 172 and not having to pay for it! Hahahaha. I'm planning a 1500 km cross country next month, going round the Great Lakes, to Osh Kosh (unfortunately the air show is only in July), Milwaukee, a fly-by of downtown Chicago (VFR corridor only, I am not IR, I hope SIA will pay for it in the future!) and back to my alma mater in Ann Arbor. Sigh, will be burning one month's salary on aircraft rental and fuel, but heck it, as long as I enjoy myself! will be taking along my RSAF friend (non-pilot) and his new bride.

I was just wondering, are many SIA pilots also GA enthusiasts??? I would love to meet the GA enthusaists in SIA and we could join those epic journeys that are always featured on wingsoverasia.com.

Hey guys,

Anyone having their 2nd interview on the 4th Apr? Hey Carlvinson, I'm a GA enthusiast too...would love to get endorsed and rent a caravan or PC12(a warrior or 172 is a little slow and cramped for my liking), take some friends and go exploring...I did my flight training in Sydney, its a great country to fly, lots of things to see...love exploring those country airstrips...

Cheers!

Yes, I love the PC12, it's a magnificent airplane, single turbo prop. A PC12 could possibly do a round-the-world trip, something I'd like to look into......

I'm applying to SIA when I get posted back in June or something, right now still stuck in the US with my dumb job. It least it pays for 100LL

yes its a great plane, think i'll only have to do a type rating on it since its under 5700kgs.TAS at about 310, ceiling around 30000",range 1000nm with pax, got a free turbine engine, really powerful. saw it at the airshow, the thing thats good is the pitch lever and throttle are combined, so you dont have to worry about manually adjusting the CSU and throttle. Cabin is a little small though, even a small sized fellow like me had to hunchback inside, though once ur seated its pretty comfy. Short field performance isint as good as the caravan though...that thing can literally stop on a dime...haha.. Hows it like flying there? lots of airspace to consider right? Should be some awesome scenic flights over there...I suggest you send in ur application about a month before u return and include a singapore mailing address if you have one...they take awhile to reply sometimes...

Think you're describing FADEC there. FADEC eliminates those manual throttle, prop pitch and mixture settings.... and simply replacing it with a lever throttle, airliner performance in a small plane! FYI, one cool development is the Thielert retrofit diesel engine for DA40 and 172. Gets rid of the mixture and throttle, and puts in a throttle lever instead, like an airliner! much better fuel efficiencies and power output.

On the contrary, flying here is GREAT, not much airspace worries if you're not flying near the main B airspace near big international airports like LAX, JFK, ORD.... Most of the airspace around where I fly is E, no big deal. most american ATCs are quite fun to talk to, getting clearance is not much of a hassle. Flying VFR, you don't even need to file a plan with flight service station(though in the flight school they make it mandatory for X-countries). Pretty much like a car in the sky, fly to where ever you want. in my 1500km trip I got planned next month, we're headed for an island resort airstrip in Lake Huron for the day then fly by Chicago's shore line with Lake Michigan, so there's a bit of airspace complexities there, but I'm going to take the easy way and use the VFR corridor, after all, I'm just a VFR PPL. Nice thing though is that VFR PPLs can fly night here. will be timing the fly by Chicago at dusk.

you know what, if i could have any prop aircraft in the world, I'd take the diamond DA42 diesel. a beautiful hunk of aircraft with great performance.

yeah, i'll surely put in the application a month before I get back. my only worry is that i'm just a FAA PPL SEL, no special ratings or fancy suffixes to my certificate!! how to compete with all those CPL/IR, ATPL, jet type-rating, 777-rating, A310-rating, starship enterprise-rating.....?!?!?!

The Daimond is pretty nice too, really economical but too small for my liking. I prefer larger props with bigger payloads and range, the last time i tried planning a flight from sydney to gold coast it would have cost $1600 round trip in a duchess - way too expensive even when splitting amongst 4 persons. Don't you need a NVFR to fly at night? The WX over there generally good for VFR? I wouldn't worry about not having an ATPL or CPL though. Just having a PPL would already prove to them your interest.

Night VFR is included in basic PPL training here. Sometimes navigating at night is easier than day because it's real easy to match the patches of light on the ground with the sectionals. Looking for the airport is also very easy, just look for the white/green flashing light.

WX is generally good here. Now that spring wx is here, it's a real pleasure to get up there in the sky. Great visibility, high ceilings but winds can be gusty.

carlvinson: PM'ed ya

1st interview for SIA
 

Heylo guys..im Redwan from malaysia.I will attend an interview for singapore airlines cadet pilot which will be held on 24th of april.I'll be joining Malaysia Airlines for their engineer's apprentice program on the 17th April 2006.I've taken my Licence Without Type Rating in Airframe trade which was conducted by Department of Civil Aviation Malaysia on 16th of March 2006 and currently waiting for the result.Actually, this exam is one step to become a Licenced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer.I've browsed thru askcaptainlim.com and I'm currently preparing and making some notes for the 1st interview.

My questions are:

1. What actually the interviewers want to see from a candidate during the interview?
2. They also might aware that we as candidates some sort of preparing by memorizing things.Do they will take this as a consideration? I mean the memorizing stuffs?
3. So, when i attend the interview,do i need to tell them that i'm currently on the mid of journey to become a licenced aircraft maintenance engineer?Does this have a negative impact on the interview?
4.Actually, when i was in school ,i had a very bad @poor english.And for 3 years during my diploma studies i tried to improve to a level what i have now slowly and i did it by myself without attending any english classes.So, do i have to attend any english classes before attending that interview?
Or, do they'll accept that if i understand them and know what they ask then i answer them using simple and basic english?

For your guys' information, actually my childhood dream was to be a pilot.Then when i was in Form 5 in a government school, i performed very badly in my public examination so that i did'nt have enough qualification to join any cadet pilot programs (even i've sent my applicaition to MAS for 6 times and they never called me).Then later i joined Malaysian Institute of Aviation Technology and took my Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance Technology (specializaition in Avionics).Thank God, my final CGPA is 3.95.Actually i joined this institution and get my diploma just to cover up my previous examination, Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia, which i performed badly.After i obtained my diploma, i again tried to apply for cadet pilot programs from Malaysia Airlines and Singapore Airlines.Guess what, i get an email from SIA stated that they require me to attend the first interview.My first journey to fulfill my childhood dream has started.

I do hope you guys can help me at least by giving me some advices.This is my dream, and I'll make it become a reality.

hey kucing hitam.i also got an invitation for an interview but on da 24th April 06.I'm Redwan from Melaka.

hi guys,

I too got an invitation for an intervirew on the 23rd April @ hotel nikko...all the best to you all.

cheers

I don't know about now, but when I applied, there were 9 of us who went for the medical. All of us cleared it, but 3 were rejected subsequently. The reason cited was something about some manpower changes. I asked around and a few other batches experienced the same thing. Hopefully, that's not what's happening now.

They will usually send you an email no matter what the result. However, if you do not hear from them in about 1-2 months, call them up. Try Edward. Sometimes, they forget to send some of these emails out. Happened to a friend of mine.

Too bad pple usually only find out how good he is after seletar, or when a cadet screws up and he has to step in and put in a good word to help keep the cadet. I feel sorry for his recent misfortune. The younger instructors are the ones who are more bo chap and less willing to stick their necks out. I'm sure you know who I'm talking about.

hi redwan,

read ya post about ya effort and I can say you're a very determined person to actually work your way up to realize your dream! Mine is on 22nd morning session. Wish you luck too bro!

To answer your questions...
1. They want to see confidence, looks, presentation....like any other interview you go to for a professional career.
2. A lot of people don't know this....but they can tell if you memorize information by the answers you give. As I said before, it's not an oral exam. You don't memorize and spit them out.
3. Yes you should. It shows you have goals to meet. Like they do ask some people before..."where do you see yourself in 10yrs from now...with SIA and not with SIA." Most important is keep a balance lifestyle and not just pin all your hopes on becoming a pilot...or at least show them that you know how to plan your life and know where you are heading.
4. English is an important language. Manuals, conversations, commands and everything are all in english. If ATC or your co-pilot doesn't understand you, it creates havoc and misunderstandings and frustration. That is why in this line, communication of utmost importance. If you think your english is not up to standard, brush up on it, because even if you get in, the amount of studying and reading you've got to do can kill. It may just stab you in the back.
Don't worry so much about the interview. The more you worry about it, the more stressful it gets and you might breakdown during the interview. (like some of the guys study so much for it but during the intervew, get so nervous that they say the wrong thing eg. type of engines and such.) Prepare but don't over-prepare. Take it easy, be yourself. Wish you all the best!

Hope all goes well for him...
 

*nods*.. I totally agree with you... People usually realise his kindness AFTER seletar phase.. As for me.. I received his kindness more than once... I failed twice for my engines in tech paper.. He helped to plead my sponsor for a third attempt... When he called me into his office, there wasn't any scolding nor accusation.. Mr P just hand over a warning letter and say "this is your last chance, just one paper, clear it!"

As for my ATPL, he wrote a good report to my sponsor after I failed my met theory... I managed to glimpse abit of it during my exiting interview. He suggested to allow me for another attempt. Although it didn't happen, I'm still very greatful for his kindness eventhough we ain't related to him.

During his recent misfortune, I was still in seletar. He went on leave for about a week to 2. But when he returned, he showed his braveness and didn't let it hinder his care and concern for us. Sincerely wish him all the best and groom many more outstanding cadets for SQ...

To all SQ cadet-to-be, do show your respect to Mr P whilst in Seletar and appreciate every "gawd-damn-it" he's going to say. Many of those who got to "use that thing on your shoulder" are now very admirable pilots flying big jets. :ok:

Hello ppl,

I would like to enquire if anyone has got any info regarding the 120 intake. My 1st interview will be on the 22nd april, so I'm just very very curious on the lead time for those who pass through the interviews and med. Thanks.

i'm an aeronautical undergraduate who will be completing my studies in 2 weeks time..i saw an advertisement on SIA Cadet Pilot Programme in a local newspaper...my question is here:
1. Can i apply for this cadet pilot programme even though i haven completed my studies?

saviour24,

So long as you have the required GCE 'O' Level (or equivalent) passes, and possess a GCE 'A' level or Diploma from polytechnic, you will be eligible to apply. But do mention in your cover letter or during the interview that you are expected to graduate in two weeks time. Be advised, that Aeronautical Engineering degree from certain Universities are not recognised by SIA. This means that, although you are regarded as a graduate during the interview, you will not be receiving 'graduate allowance' during training.

9V

NinerVictor,

My highest qualification so far (not to mention my soon to come degree) would be my SPM which is equivalent to Singapore's 'O' Level...at the moment as far as i am concern , i did not meet SIA's minimum requirement..Will SQ consider my application?

Newbie
 

Hi Everyone, I'm a newbie here..thinking of applying for SIA cadet pilot. As i'm still serving my contract terms as an army regular..so will it be too old if i send in my application form when i reach 29 yrs old?
By the way, how u guys know when is the intake available as i check the SIA website. it doesn't say..:confused:

Thanks in advance for ur valuable answer..:)
Cheers...

saviour24,

I would say it's fine to apply now. Quite a number of people applied when they were in their final year. So two weeks should not be much of an issue. But make sure you state that clearly in your application, or it might be overlooked.

Passion,

29 years of age is fine so long as you were not bumming the years away. SIA website will not indicate when an intake will commence. Nontheless, you can still apply, but the waiting period between interviews or offer of employment can be very long. To know when an active recruitment is going on, you have to keep a look out on Straits Times' classified ads.

9V

Thanx Niner...yup saw the previous msg in this thread..most of them waited very long between interviews..
Ermm..a small problem here..as for my 'O' level i only took combined science of physics and chemistry..not pure science..will it affect?? i do not hold a degree, mine is Diploma in Electronic & Computer Engineering..

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Passion:
Definitely not a problem. :)
It has to be in a single sitting though.

Thanx Moccajava for ur reply..:) ok will submit the form when im 29 yrs..:)
still have 3 more yrs to go..keke...hope i can get through the interviews...:)
yup if submit the form by hardcopy..i must indicate on the envelope "Cadet Pilot Application" ??

Passion,

Yes it does seem that SIA is no longer as strict with the pure science requirement as they used to be. You should submit your CV, cover letter as well as the completed application form from SIA's website. The instructions on the application form are very straight forward, eg labelling 'Cadet Pilot' on the envelope. Please do some research on your own regarding such matters, and update yourself constantly as the application process 3 years down the road may be very different from the way it is today.

Regards

9V

Interview on 20th April 2006 STC
 

Hey Guys,
I am new to this forum and find that the threads are really informative. I am invited for an interview on the 20th April 2006. Any guys here have the same time slot? We can discuss and share tips. Gd luck to the rest of the guys who will be attending the interview.:)