It was during my stage 2 interview. The Stage 3 was relatively simple after that!!

Trent 800
 

I'll stick my hand into the fire for this one, but as usual do your own research to find out if my post is accurate or not. If not, please feel free to correct!

So here we have some information:

B777-200 - Trent 877/875
B777-300 - Trent 884B/892/895

All these engines should essentially be the same engine, but were each "tailored" to the specifications and requirements of each individual airline. So if the Cathay FCOM states that -200 and -300 uses 877 and 884B, it simply means that the original Trent 800 was modified especially for use with that particular CX aircraft model. I am not too sure how this is done, but one way I can imagine would be to re-program some computer components in the ECU to produce an optimum amount of thrust. This is similar to an engine-derate process, as far as my understanding goes.

Hope this helps, or at least does not create further misunderstanding.

Yeah that's for sure! I was trying to help out my group by encouraging them to stay composed even when the interviewer asks questions that you have no business knowing the answer to but then when the day was through I think I was one of if not the they used that technique on.

Does anyone know whether the CX company Fcom is available online at all?

GE-90
 

Can anyone find me a picture of the GE-90 label on a CX77A?
i cant seem to find it online, but would like to see it once for myself.

picture
 

pretty sure you can find one at airliners mate. grab a high-res and zoom in!

Thanks holdmetight. That makes sense.

What would be the recommended course of action when you don't know the answer to a question? Obviously faking is out of the question but would you try and estimate a solution by pulling referencing relevant information while admitting that you don't know the precise answer?

herrtob

i seriously cant get hold of one picture of the GE-90 label, even from airliners.
is there anyone who can paste the link of a picture of the GE-90 label on the CX77A? is it on the engine or on the fuselage of the plane?

holdmetight
 

why~~ HMT... i just pm-ed him with the same thing (more or less)

thanks HMT, and guys, it's just about picking up the GE/RR on it, no biggie

6cfn
 

That's exactly what you do:

"I'm not sure but because I know [something] and [something] I would think that the answer is probably this..."

You're not expected to know everything. Some people in this thread are making it seem like if you don't know every engine model etc... by heart you will fail the interview. That simply isn't true. Yes, you should have a good idea about these sorts of things but far more important than memorizing facts is the ability to think through a problem and come up with a logical solution. If you can do that it will go a lot further with the interviewer than simply memorizing things.

holdmetight & herrtob
 

thanks very much.
getting kinda lost as days are getting nearer.

I'm still baffled why you guys are stressing over picking up the model and looking for engine stickers. It's simple, if the model is an -ER , it's GE...!!! If not, it's a RR....... :ugh:

Thanks BandB. That was helpful!

I just had another question that was on this forum many pages back.
"What differences are there between Boeings and Arbuses, in terms of setting engine thrust?"

Airbus = Put the Thrust levers in the FLEX/MCT detent, or TOGA detent, and thrust will advance to the entered FLEX setting, or TOGA.

777 = Press TOGA switches, thrust levers advance to required Take off thrust setting.

Autothrust armed in both cases.

Hi! Greetings everyone!

I'm a very interested 21 y/o applicant of the program from the Philippines. I'm about to graduate with two university degrees in Computer Science and Management from the top private university of the country. However, as far as I tried to push myself studying and liking these particular fields, I long realized that my real calling is to become a pilot and I cannot be blinded by that fact anymore. Why? There's this ecstatic, inner feeling whenever I ride the airplane. I just love it. I love the feeling of flying, I love being at the airport, I like traveling, I like geography and maps, and everything about aviation. BUT, I don't have any flying experience yet.

So for those who have successfully made it to the Cadet Pilot Program without any flying experience, what are your advices so that I can have at least a fighting chance to be accepted in the program? What should I do now? Should I enroll myself for basic ground schooling about aviation before my interview? How should I answer their interview questions? How do you manage to show your desire/passion in becoming a pilot without having any flying experience? How can I prove to them that I really want this despite not having any flying experience?

I really, really want this opportunity. I hope you can help me.
Thank you so much! Happy Holidays everyone! :)

Hi,

First thing i'd recommend if you haven't done so, is to read this whole thread. Its long, but it has some very very useful info about the whole selection process.

Secondly, i would definitely recommend getting some flight training under your belt if feasible for you to do so - what better way to prove your enthusiasm and interest in aviation than actually being behind the controls of an aircraft!

Thirdly, i would start reading as much as you can about all things plane related - start off with basic principles, then progress from there. Another reason why flight training is important is that you should be studying theory along with your lessons (so the theory makes alot more sense). Start off with Basic Aeronational Knowledge type level material, then progress from there.

As for how you should show your enthusiasm, that can't be taught, it should naturally come out in the interview. If aviation really excites you, they will see it in the interview. They will see it in the way you answer your questions, facial expressions and tone of voice. But don't be fake.

Don't forget, there is more to the selection process than just the interviews, there are medicals, aptitude tests, personality tests and flight grading, so you need to make sure you do not neglect those aspects aswell.

Goodluck!:)

6th Jan, HK stage 1.
anyone?

Cool, yours in on the 6th?
Mine would be on the 24th of January, but in Malaysia.
Mind filling us with the type of questions that you'll be getting?
Wishing you all the best!

All the types of questions asked are on this thread. Stage 1 isnt too hard to be honest. Just nail that WOMBAT test ( if youve got it) and study the JKI booklet. If anyone still needs to purchase the Ravens APM tests? You are free to contact me:ok:

Well, after reading chaz encounter with the fuel question, i'm having goose bumps all over again.
Anyway, the JKI booklet is the Aviation Knowledge booklet right?
That's the only booklet I got from them.
And the reasoning test is from the Raven's?
And what's a WOMBAT test?
Sorry, I'm still reading the thread from page 1 and i'm currently at page 30.

The wombat test is a computer based game you play where you are given a variety of tasks to do, and you will score points based on how well you can manage and prioritise tasks given to you. There is one main task which you must always monitor, then there are whats called bonus tasks, which you undertake to score more pointsl. Its quite fun actually!

If you are required to do the wombat test for stage 1, then they will send you an instructions booklet (not everyone will do it in stage 1, some will do it during stage 2, just depends on how they have structured your interview day, if in doubt always email them to confirm :ok:)

Owh, nice...
Thank for filling me in with the WOMBAT test thing..
The JKI booklet is for the WOMBAT is it?
I won't be sitting for the WOMBAT test for the 1st round but instead, here are my schedules

The process comprises of the following components:

- Interview with both Personal and Technical Questions (45mins)
- Technical multiple-choice Questionnaire (45mins)
- Reasoning Test (45mins)
- A Personality Assessment (30mins)

Wondering what kind of technical question will they asked.
I'm afraid that the technical question can be very wide-scoped.

Midnightsky,

The wombat test is NOT the JKI test. The JKI test is the multiple choice technical test based MAINLY on the JKI booklet. Most (if not all, correct me if I'm wrong) applicants do the JKI test in stage 1.

As for the technical questions, I suggest you continue reading this thread. There are hundreds of examples of technical questions many kinda people have outlined from their experience. It will be a good general guide to the type of questions you may encounter during the interview and the degree of difficulty.

good luck on your interview.

Nope, the JKIbooklet is for the technical interview and Job Knowledge Test (multiple choice test based on materials in the book, there are a few questions that are outside the scope of the JKI booklet, such as company info). The wombat test is not related to the JKI booklet at all, it will come with its own instruction booklet if you are required to do it. :ok:

So, is "Technical multiple-choice Questionnaire (45mins)" can be considered as JKI? Because the only booklet I got is the Aviation Knowledge and that's it.

Please do correct me if I'm wrong. Thank you.

Awesome.. Crystal clear... Hahaha..
Anyone else is going for the Kuala Lumpur's interview this end of January??

Anyone here have Stage 2/3 on January 18th in HK?

Hi,I am new to this forum. Coz I am preparing the [FONT='Verdana','sans-serif']JKI test, can any one send one a copy of the JKI booklet?[/FONT]
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I'm 2nd stage on the 11th in HK, if anyone else will also be there PM me

yea mate im in HK for stage 2/3 on the jan 18th/19th

Stage 1 Interview
 

I've been benefiting from this thread so would like to share my stage 1 experience.

HR questions
1. Tell me about yourself
2. Where is the training taken place, city & airport?
3. What licence do you get after the cadet programe/FTA training
4. How many flying hours do you have when you get the licence/after FTA training
5. What are the planes used in FTA?
6. What will you do if you are not selected
7. Did you try Engineering Trainee in CX? Why not?
8. Would you switch your current job in the near future?
9. How much does it cost for a PPL and ATPL?
10. 5 destination in Europe
11. Planes used in CX
12. Engine used in A330 & B777-700ER
13. What are the new planes CX has place order on?

Technical
1. What is the cruising attitude of your flight to hk?
2. ISA settings
a. Name me one purpose in knowing the ISA temperature deviation
3. Basic T
4. Altimeter
a. What components does it consist of?
b. How does it work?
5. Explain the principles of artificial horizon
6. What country does the plane pass from HK to Toronto & HK to Singapore
7. Where is aileron on the plane?
8. 4 forces on plane
9. Why does the plane want to climb the highest attitude possible
10. What is Rhumb line & great circle
11. What is the plane on the table (B777-300 and B747-400)? Was insisted on stating the series.

A lot of questions are based on JKT. Hope this helps and all the best.

Dagger, I am wondering what is your flying experience? Just trying to gauge how indepth they are going to ask depending on your experience.

MrCrawford
 

I have 0 flying hours.
were the questions too hard for a 0 flying hrs applicant?

Hi dagger19 may I know where did you actually find out answer to
"How many flying hours do you have when you get the licence/after FTA training" ??
The FTA website itself did not specify the number of flying hours..
thanks for ur help!

u may not know the exact hours, but u can always make an intelligent guess and let them know how u arrive at it

looking at the many fresh CPL holders in PPRuNe, my guess would be 200-250hrs..



BTW dagger, glad that they didn't ask you very tough questions like what others had. u have a good chance for stage 2/3

Hello,

I am new to these forums. I am from USA and just applied to the cadet position. I have 249 hours, Private, Instrument and multi engine ratings. Just wondering what my chances of getting an interview are and how is it before you hear back from them.

Thanks

Well I just applied and reviewed my application only to find that not all my flight time saved on the form. Im not sure what the problem is but just curious if anyone knows who I can contact to fix this problem. Thanks in advance.

Does anyone know if there's a London date planned yet? I applied in Sept.

Cheers,

VFE.

Stallone,
i screwed up the wombat test. i donno, just keeping my fingers crossed. it was the 1st thing in my itinerary. morale was low after that.

Blomqvist
I answered 250 - 300 after FTA, 1000-1500 to unfreeze the ATPL. I am not so sure cos I initially said 250-300 to unfreeze ATPL haha. corrected that after 5 sec. lol