Re: SIA Cadet Pilot - All Batches, Merged
 

hello..im new here...hwse everybody doin? this forum has been excellent...and it'll definitely aid me during my interview on the 20th..any1 attending it as well? mine's @ 0915..damn nervous man...dunno wot to expect during the 1st interview..

Re: SIA Cadet Pilot - All Batches, Merged
 

Heellloo Guys,

The email has arrived.....and i'll be on the 17 Feb 2006 intake....YaHOOO..:} .

heheheeeee........anyone out there receive similar magical notification???

Oh yeah, Good Luck to those going for interview, if need help pm me;)

My sincere congratulations to all the 17 guys going to OBS and those going for the interview. It's going to be a gruelling session.

I'm from batch 96 and one of the fallen ones. I fall out from the Jandakot phase. On average, there'll be 2-3 ppl who'd be chopped from the batch of say 20. At times, there's none. Well, very much depends on the individual and environmental factors. There's so much you can do: you can ace your ground school exams, do lots of mental flying, involve in projects, say lots of prayers.

But there are other small parts that are beyond your control, like weather conditions when you are flying (however this can be overcome if you managed your skills - well, hardly because you're only given 15hrs of flying in Seletar). The other is "human" factor; ie the instructors. Instructors play a huge role in your training. They either make or break your career. If you've good relations with your instructor, you're in for a good ride. Otherwise, it's gonna be turbulent one, be prepared to work exceptionally harder on your EQ and ask other fellow cadets for help.

Your first hurdle is not the exams. Anyone with brains and hardwork can ace them. The first hurdle is your flight in Seletar. That will filter off those who can and cannot fly. Some are born to fly, some can learn to fly. But some of us, just need more time to get the hang of it. 15 hours of flying allocated to you isn't that much. I think right now, it's cut short to 12 hrs. I think they have better instructors in SFC now. The legendary CBS have left. That's one hurdle off.

So for those who'd want to join as pilots, better have a back up plan just in case, for worst case scenario. :ok:

just to add my view on this,

just bear in mind, i am not a cadet with SIA, but i do have a friend there.
u r given 15 hrs in singapore, and a further (upto) 21 hrs in perth. if u have it in you, that is more than enough hours to clear your first solo. most of my friends (who are in major airlines all over the world) have cleared first solos in 6-15 hours. not bragging, but if i can fly, think most ppl can
cheers,

otr

Ahhh.... the legendary CBS. Those were the days...

Good raport definitely helps. Having said that, I don't think it is fair to use the reason "My instructor and I hate each other's guts" too often.

Not sure how it works in SIA but in my day, in the services, if you didn't get on with your instructor or felt that you were not learning then you were entitled to ask for a change, without prejudice.

That's good news BlueEagle, hopefully it still apply nowadays. Any tips for survival while in Seletar phase?

Any idea - Next intake?
 

Hi,

Does anyone have any idea when is SQ recruiting again? ie. Calling up for 1st interview.

Have been waiting eagerly for ages. :(

I attended a 1st interview and didn't get through in May 2005, does that mean I will never be selected again?

I hope someone has some positive answers...:)

Thank you.

Tips in WSSL
 

Try to get comfortable with ATC,practice your radio calls.Develop a good scan technique in all phases of flight.Keep a good lookout and try to develop an instinct to where other aircraft are when in the circuit.Fly with precision.

Hey thanks mooney59!!!:ok:
Was wondering if there's anything that I can prepare prior to seletar....

Hey tango tango, don't stop just keep on applying, your 2nd chance is still valid....it may take a while longer(usually 6 months)....but it'll come again...
May is already 6 months ago.....;)

Survival for Seletar? Lots of moquito coils if you intend on staying there. A bicycle to zip across the expressway to food heaven will also help when you (will, hopefully) stay up late studying for your papers.

Apart from those, ALWAYS prepare for your flights beforehand. Read the syllabus, know what to expect, ask your coursemates, ask your instructors (they are humans too), ask your seniors.

Anyone heard about a "Review"?
 

Hi all
i have got a burning question at the moment! I did my medicals few mths ago and i'm still waiting for my call up for the OBS course, however last week i got a call from them asking if i would be available to join the Feb course, when i said yes, however they said that they will be sending my application for a "Review" to the "Board" Gasp***.
And i have been waiting since. From my limited knowledge thru my friends, apparently most of them simply got an email notification to confirm their availability and not telling them that their applications are going for a "Review".
So i would like to find out if there are other ppl out there like me or have come across such a situation last time?
Tried asking if there was a problem with me, but i was told that it was a normal procedure by them:confused:
Currently few mths b4 i turn 26.
May i celebrate CNY with good news...

hi all,
1st of all congrats to all tht got in n gud luck to all who r waiting for the call.....
juz checking whether any1 who applied for cadet(regarding jan 14 Strait Times addv) got reply from SIA?

Hi DsBoa,

From what I read and heard, your situation in looking positive bro. Probably, it's either your age or some medical condition(most likely ok) pending clearance. To look at it positively, since they are reviewing your case, it's a step towards good news isn't it? (they wouldn't bother calling you if otherwise)

All the best and if they cleared you, then welcome to course batch 118.( auspicious number hehe!!):}

Just curious, how many are already confirmed for this new year's batch? It may be a good idea to get to know each other prior to OBS Lumut. And a Happy Chinese New Year to all...............

Wssl
 

Strange...i dont remember there being that many mosquitoes in Seletar. Maybe 'cause it was the wet season. Seletar is an interesting place to learn flying. The training area is incredibly small and when YFC and SFC both happen to be flying in the training area or the Seletar CZ, it can get very interesting ;). From what i gather, a good number of cadets have been clearing their solos recently. Honestly, if you do, it might give you an initial edge once the batch moves to JDK where the crosswinds will try to kill you. Just work hard on the flying and ground studies.

As overmars pointed out, people are incredibly helpful in Seletar, be they your coursemates, instructors or seniors. So it doesn't hurt to ask. I dont recall there being any air among any cadets in any course. Humble group of men indeed.

Hi ppl,

Anyone who knows of any who fail their ECG test?
I'm wondering if any people who is diagnosed with WPW syndrome clear thru medical. Well, i understand from my Dr that not all people suffering from WPW are at risk (sudden death).

THks and Happy Lunar New Year!

hi chullan, im one of those who applied. i sent in my application on the 13th, should have reached them ard 18 or so..till now still no news.. :(

Congrats to guys that managed to join the big family. I just want to highlight one point.. Pls guys, watch yourself when you are go for OBS. Do anything but break any rules. smoking and sneaking off for a can of coke is a big no no. Stories reach all the way to jdk and even maroochydore. And Cpt M is not really tolerant abt such misconduct especially smoking. What a waste of effort if you lose this job to a cigrarette...

hey rsaf,

thanks for the pointer. Heard abt it too. What happened? Did anyone got butted out because of that? Scary isn't it, small incidents but go a long way. isn't it fair to place judgements based on limited incidents?

A can of coke or one cigarette can never be a definitive judgement on one's true character....

You'd be surprised how much a person's true character shows when they're under pressure. Perhaps that's another reason why cadets are sent to OBS - to discover each other and learn to work with different (sometimes difficult) personalities and character.

Different people will react differently in different situations. You'll see that all the time in a multi-crew environment. But that's what training is for and that's why adherence to a standard op. procedure is vital.

Rsaf, I can't agree with you more. Stories do make it to JDK and Maroochy and they do make it to the main line as well. The powers that be have little patience with disciplinary issues.

Try not to throw a lifetime opportunity away 'cause of a coke or a cigarette. Yes it does seem a little scary, vamp. And you've got a point in saying that one incident can't be a definitive indicator of one's character. However SQ does demand a "high level of personal discipline". Some major airlines in the US won't even hire a guy who's had a speeding ticket or DUI on his record.