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kycfi85 8th Feb 2015 22:45

Cx238,

Are you AE, and do you have an interview?

flyboy022 9th Feb 2015 10:54

Hi Guys,

does anyone one here have/had an Initial Interview for Advanced Entry?

Is the compass test done in the first interview or is it just a 'Reasoning Test' as stated by Cathay.

Cheers

Andrewlinz 9th Feb 2015 15:44

Griffith University
 
Arch113,

I am actually from Griffith University in Brisbane doing the Aviation degree and I'm coming into my second year. During the Australian summer break, I flew back to Hong Kong (as a Permanent HKID holder) to apply for CX.

I finished Stage 1B on 09 Jan and have been confirmed for Stage 2. I'm just waiting on a time slot now, which should be in March.

The partnership seems non-existent (from a student's standpoint), but there is a Ex-Cathay Senior Training Captain there who does some pretty neat things and he has some great preparation resources for CX. But that's about it, I don't see any actual workings going on. I agree with Cpt. Underpants, there's no "top students would may be provided a visa and sent off as a cadet", nothing such exists now at-least. It may just be a selling point.

The University has since changed their degree from a 4 year to a 3 year degree, I'm still in the 4 year one unfortunately. It consists of studying aviation subjects for 2 years before we take a "break" to complete our flight training at selected Australian flight training institutes, whereafter we would return to the University to complete our last year. However, they have a trend with crediting that last year to their students and graduating them if they are accepted into a cadetship program or have an equivalent of at-least 120 credit points (completed 12 degree-required subjects). That's what I am aiming for. I was both lucky enough to have a summer break to apply for Cathay, but I was unfortunate in the sense that I would graduate at the same time as someone who would be starting this year.

For future reference, those who wish to undertake Griffith's Bachelor of Aviation Program, it would be difficult to allow time to apply to Cathay since the process does take a while (6 months is the general consensus?) and it requires you to be in Hong Kong unless you are fortunate enough to fly multiple times back and from Brisbane on short notice. The refurbished program implements holiday study semesters, which students would need to study for and complete exams within the holidays. There would generally not be adequate time to study and prepare in-between interviews if one should apply for CX whilst in this program.

If you have any questions, feel free to PM me or make a post.

fredtucker 9th Feb 2015 22:00

A330 or 777 at CX?
 
After you finish your cadet training, will you be selected on an aircraft randomly? Or do you have a choice, and does anyone know if Cathay allows pilots to transfer from A330 to 777?

Arch113 9th Feb 2015 23:44

Andrewlinz,

Thank you for your advice man! That definitely made me think twice about all this.
Would love to get in touch for a bit more info!

_B777_ 10th Feb 2015 00:29

Flight grading 7-15 March
 
Hi all,

Anyone will go Parafield for flight grading during 7-15 March?
Please PM me


Cheers!:)

fredtucker 10th Feb 2015 01:30

SO demand in the future for CX?
 
Does anyone know if their will be an increase of demand for SO or a decrease in the upcoming years? Also, once you finish training, do you choose the aircraft you fly on or is CX that decides? And can freighter be an option as well? Thanks

vince001 12th Feb 2015 14:26

2nd stage interview on 2nd March
 
Anyone who are taking stage 2 on 2nd March?
We have got 2 in a group now, please PM me, and we can do some preparations and practice together in advance.

Thanks!

CPA777 13th Feb 2015 15:20

They assign you a fleet once you graduate.

aerohk 13th Feb 2015 15:21

Hey guys, I am a HK/US citizen, graduating from a university in the US on March and I would like to seek for some advises! I am quite determined to apply for the cadet program, however I have only done some ground school with no actual flight experience. (My parents already paid for my BS/MS degree and I don't want to burn any additional money from them to get myself a PPL.)

Since I am already here in the US, do you guys think that it is advisable to remain in the US, get a job and finance myself through a PPL, then apply for the CPP? I am already a little bit old (mid-24) so I am not sure if I should wait any further to apply. Does Cathay require candidates to stay in HK throughout the interviewing process? In the sense that, do I get like 2-3 weeks of advance notice before the interview such that I may arrange to take some days off from work and fly back to HK? I am not exactly sure if my plan will work. For those of you who are living aboard, what is your experience with Cathay's interviewing schedule?

Thanks, and good luck to all wannabes!

MaverickPilot1 13th Feb 2015 20:32

Hong Kong Permanent Resident Id Card
 
Hello Everyone im new to this community here and was wondering if you could answer a question that was rattling through my head :)

I was looking at applying for CX Second Officer Cadetship and noticed you need to have a permanent hong kong id card. does CX disregard applicants without it? How could i obtain one? Is it possible for me to obtain one?

Male from Australia with Australian citizenship

Thanks :)

Pilot852 15th Feb 2015 02:58

Cathay won't consider you for the cadet program unless you have a HK permanent ID. You need to live in Hong Kong for seven years before you can get a permanent ID, so your only options are to join either an AE or TT course.

michaeltga 16th Feb 2015 07:40

Hey Andrew , I just PM you . Would you please kindly check your inbox ?
Thx a lot :ok:

SMOC 18th Feb 2015 04:18

British Airways for those that are eligible.

http://www.britishairways.com/career...lot_home.shtml


Future Pilot - Reach higher
Reach higher
Choosing to become a pilot is a life-changing decision as well as a huge financial commitment. Here at British Airways we believe in investing in the future, and that is why we have developed a unique programme to offer anyone with the right skills, passion and potential the chance to realise their dream of becoming an airline pilot.

Our flagship Future Pilot Programme is a sponsored pilot training scheme that is designed to select and train aspiring pilots, who currently have little or no flying experience, irrespective of financial circumstances. We’re seeking only the most able candidates with the determination to rise to the challenges of our comprehensive programme.

Once you have successfully completed your training, you can look forward to continuing your journey with one of the world’s leading airlines and taking to the skies as a first officer with one of our London-based short haul fleets.

If you can see yourself expertly navigating one of our aircraft across the globe, delivering world-leading levels of safety, security, and customer service, then the Future Pilot Programme may be for you.

Please see below the role requirements and details of how to apply for the British Airways Future Pilot Programme 2015. The application window will open on Monday 23rd February and close on Sunday 8th March at 23:59.


Role Requirements

You will need:
·To be between the ages of 18 – 55 on 1st September 2015

· A valid passport (with minimum of 12 months before expiry date) allowing unrestricted worldwide travel
·The unrestricted right to live and work in the UK

·To have achieved 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above, including English Language, Mathematics and a Science (single or double award), excluding General Studies
·And either 3 A-Levels at Grades BBC or above, excluding General Studies and Critical thinking or an Honours Degree at 2:2 (or higher) or a pass (or above) in a higher degree such as MSc, MA, MPhil, DPhil, PhD, MBA
·To be able to obtain and hold a EASA Class 1 medical and meet British Airways medical criteria (assessed via BAHS Medical Assessment at Waterside)
·Height between 1.57m (5'2") and 1.91m (6'3") with weight in proportion to height (height is accurately determined during the assessment process). Candidates who are taller than 1.91m may submit an application but may be required to undergo a functionality check to confirm their ability to meet the requirements of the seating positions in the British Airways fleet of aircraft

The Individual

·You will be excited by the prospect of frequent travel, but will also be recognisant of the fact that British Airways operates flights globally, day and night, every day of the year
·You will be highly motivated towards a career as a pilot with British Airways
·You will be ready, willing and able to undergo an intensive, full-time series of training courses in order to train as a commercial pilot, all the while applying your own high personal standards and intellect to achieve results
·You will have sound hand-eye co-ordination skills, and skills in mechanical, mathematical and verbal reasoning
·You will be able to manage varying workload, solve complex problems, and make sound decisions under pressure
·You will exhibit the qualities of a strong team player, as well as the leadership qualities required of a future British Airways Captain

It goes without saying that you’ll be a natural communicator, with fluency in spoken and written English, and that you’ll relish the opportunity to deliver the very highest possible levels of safety and service for our customers.

Application Process

In order to apply for a place on the Future Pilot Programme you will need to apply using the online process. You will be asked a series of questions to determine your eligibility and suitability for the role, submit a CV, followed by an application question (cover letter).

1. As part of your application, we would like for you to submit a CV. Please ensure that your CV details (at least) the following (maximum 2 pages):
·Work experience to date
·Academic Achievements to date
·Any other relevant interests/qualifications/awards/flying experience/courses/ air show attendances etc. which you would like to highlight to us.

2. British Airways believes in investing in the future and that is why the Future Pilot Programme (FPP) has been developed to offer anyone with the right skills, passion and potential, the chance to realise their dream of becoming an airline pilot. As part of your application, please submit a cover letter in which you detail (maximum 600 words):
a) Why you want to be a pilot
b) What you have done so far to make this dream a reality (Note: If you have applied for FPP previously, we are interested to also know what you have done to realise this goal since your last application).
c) Why you want to join British Airways

You will need to have reached a decision on your choice of Flight Training Organisation and considered your finance options before starting your application.

The application window will open on Monday 23rd February and close on Sunday 8th March 2015 at 23:59. We reserve the right to close the application window before the published date.

Dates of when the assessments will be held are detailed on ‘The Programme’ page. If you are successful, and invited to an assessment center, we hope you will be available to attend.

Careers Home Airport Opportunities IT, Technical & Specialist Flying Opportunities Head Office Opportunities Student Opportunities

dowwai 18th Feb 2015 14:16

Hey guys,

anyone will have flight grading on 28 Feb - 8 Mar?

PM me if you do~:)

mwrin 18th Feb 2015 21:05

Hi Guys!
 
I have applied for CX AE about two months ago but still receive no response. Anyone experience the same thing as me? :)

rodrigues 18th Feb 2015 23:45

Hi Guys,

Received an e-mail from Flight Crew Recruitment yesterday asking me to complete an attached Hong Kong CAD form 'Declaration of Flying Experience for Grant of a HK CPL. Has anyone else received this? If so, what was the next step.

Thanks in advance, wishing everyone all the best.

wantobe 19th Feb 2015 09:18

Hey there Rodrigues,

I also received the same letter as you couple of days ago.
Also wondering if anyone else got this before interviews? and if it actually means anything?

Good day.

pilotchute 19th Feb 2015 15:54

It means you fill it out and send it back. If you meet the min requirements of aeronautical experience you will probably get offered an interview.

rodrigues 20th Feb 2015 02:14

I'm not overly confident as I'm a couple hours short on night and don't yet an have Instrument Rating (which I didn't think was a pre-requisite for the AE course). I previously sat Stage 1 a couple of years back.

Are all interviews done in HK, or will the initial still be in your home country? If HK, do they cover the cost of getting over there? All ambitious questions.

One thing that I can't seem to find in here (Current info, anyway), is the outline of the new package, renumeration etc. I've just read the usual slandering of it, but no actual figures of salary etc. Does anyone have this?

Thanks pilotchute for getting back to me/us.

leslietsang12 20th Feb 2015 04:56

Flight Grading March 7-15
 
Anybody doing flight grading March 7-15?

invitED 20th Feb 2015 16:54

Hi,

SO Pacjkage is
Monthly in HKD
1st year : salary : 36225 HKD
Hourly duty pay blocked to 84h : 3622HKD
HK pilot allowance : 10000HKD

TOTAL : 49847HKD/month

Also get health insurance, flight benefits....

Anyone could tell me if its easy to commute from nearby cheaper country (vietnam, thailand...) to work as SO ??

wantobe 20th Feb 2015 20:17

Would I be correct to assume you get taxed 15% on the above figure of $49,847?

thanks

rodrigues 20th Feb 2015 22:30

invitED,

Are you sure this is correct? That rate seems a bit too high for a first year SO considering the negativity surrounding the remuneration package offered. Can anybody else shed any light?

wantobe 21st Feb 2015 01:53

You only think its high until you find out the cost of rent etc.

cx238 21st Feb 2015 15:58

Stage 2-3 cadet pilot interview
 
Hey guys,

I have passed my stage 1 cadet pilot interview recently. My date and detail of following assessments are not confirmed, and the e-mail stated it will be final assessments next. I am overseas candidate.

My question is, when they say my next round is final assessments, does this means stage 2 and 3 are combined together? Or do I have to come back HK two more times.

Thanks!

aerohk 21st Feb 2015 22:36

Hey CX238,

Earlier posts suggest that CX would combine stage 2 and 3 together as a two days event for non-HK residents, such that you don't need to travel back and forth twice.

p.s. Did you have your first stage interview in the UK or in HK?

Good luck!

cx238 22nd Feb 2015 08:32

Aerohk,

Thanks for your info. I applied uk as first perference, but 1st stage was at hk. I dont think they run interviews outside hk nowadays.

_B777_ 22nd Feb 2015 22:36

Flight grading 7-15 March
 
Hi all,

Anyone is going flight grading during 7-15 March?
We have got 2 people at the moment.
Pls PM me if u do.

:)

homanjay 23rd Feb 2015 15:44

Stage 2 on 4 Mar
 
Hello, anyone's having Stage 2 on 4 Mar, please pm me and let's fight together~! :ok:

fe_fkf 23rd Feb 2015 23:55


Originally Posted by homanjay:8877458
Hello, anyone's having Stage 2 on 4 Mar, please pm me and let's fight together~! :ok:

Hi homanjay how long have you waited for them to schedule your stage 2? I passed the 1b but have been waiting for the confirmed date for a month already

cx238 24th Feb 2015 11:23

Hi fe_fkf, when did you complete stage 1b? I am waiting for stage 2 date confirmation, too.

jasonchan 25th Feb 2015 09:55

working in Cathay
 
Is it good that i work in cathay as a management trainee to get some experience in aviation industry, then apply for the cadet pilot?
Will it help ??

cx1990 25th Feb 2015 17:38

Hi guys,
quick question to the guys who's attending the interview, first of all, all the best to everyone,
secondly did you apply last year December or were you guys in the holding pool from year before and did you guys apply for AE or TT?

Would really appreciate if anyone could help me.

many thanks in advance :)

FutureFO 26th Feb 2015 04:35

Hey Guys,

Just wondering if anyone is able to give advice on current books to read/prepare for the interview process.

I've discovered the following (from research) are helpful. 'Ace the Technical Pilot Interview', 'Preparing for your Cathay Pacific Interview', 'Handling the big jets'.

Does anyone know where you can get a copy of the 12th edition for "Preparing for your Cathay Pacific Interview". I've done the Google search and either sold out or not available.

If someone has one and willing to sell it on I'd consider that.

CX163 28th Feb 2015 01:34

If you're already in the MT position, you'd better make up a convincing reason to show the HRs you are NOT going to change your mind again.

If you're still in the application phrase of MT, then good luck! its more difficult than CPP

MTBUR 28th Feb 2015 04:18

In regards to the Griffith relationship I think it should be pointed out there is still a selection process to be undertaken after this - same goes for any "partner program" for any airline. A common assumption when starting a university backed flight training program is because of all the airline tails on the pamphlet saying where the graduates are, and guest speakers from the airliners, is that students will immediately be accepted. I also know some you have chucked more than a few Wobblies at airlines for not taking them or thinking they are special for doing the degree.

Final point will be that if you start a 4 year degree expect the industry to change within those 4 years. If the time is wrong when you finish, remember a broken watch is correct twice a day and the person who finished 6 months prior to you may be employed whilst you didn't.

Cathay is a good operator, work hard for it, don't develop expectations because you could afford a university degree, and please if you are going to have a cheeky whinge on here about how they haven't contacted you try and not have a username which includes your actual name (I see a lot of them on this thread!) - this thread pops up on any search about the cathay programs and HR of course look here!

Good luck to all candidates, la!

kadexabilligram 1st Mar 2015 01:04

Hey guys, I have my 1a interview tomorrow at Cathay City
 
Hey guys, I have my 1a interview tomorrow at Cathay City,

I've been reading the Aviation knowledge booklet over and over. I played with an app called skytest to brush me up for the compass test....


Is there anything else I need to do to be ready?:uhoh: I know it's a bit late to ask

whitedome 2nd Mar 2015 15:46

Stage2 on March 23rd
 
Anyone who is having stage2 on March 23rd please contact me!

Thunderbird4 3rd Mar 2015 18:35


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