Us: "The package is sub-standard, unlivable, the CoL is sky high, 4-6 years to FO upgrade, diminishing CoS, belligerent, untrustworthy (mis)management, indentured labour..."

Them: "Sounds GREAT, where do I sign?"
:ugh::ugh::ugh::ugh::ugh::ugh::ugh:

I'm also interested in the JKI package. If anyone has a copy of it and is willing to share, that would be great!

SQ vs CX
 

Good evening, I have been following the threads with interest. Pls if anyone is much the wiser, shed some advice on what you would do in my circumstance. I am a military pilot with the Singapore airforce with 2900 Hours on mostly twin jet time as well as have an FAA ATPL. I Have been offered a place with Singapire Airlines on a transition scheme. For starters, I would also like to highlight that SQ requires all cadets to go through C-172,Baron followed by the Mustang in Perth and Maroochydore. Thereafter, there is a current 1 year backlog to get on a B777 simulator to start SO training. Local terms do not provide housing and an FO's salary is approximately 60K HKG dollars. However, it takes us military guys, based on sectors and merit approximately 7yrs to make Captain where pay scales can go up to 100-120K HKG dollars average. Cost of living is similar to HK if not more.
That's why I have been intrigued by what CX has to offer and I have been advised that I would be on the 12 week course in Adelaide based on my license and past experience. With a forgiveable loan, less taxes as well as a SO's salary of 45k per month, it does appear attractive as I am looking for a 20 year career as opposed to jumping ship every 5-10 yrs. I see the risk to be greatest in the time to make command in CX. With 360 SOs, I do not expect to jump the queue and that means 12 yrs to make command whereas SQ is 7 years. Any opinions? thank u.

Guys doing Command right now are in their 12th year in CX, you better start thinking 15yrs at least, probably more like 20 yrs if you join today.

It is a little bit silence over here.. How are the selections went for those who had those? They would come over to Europe, but nothing seen over here...

"Us: "The package is sub-standard, unlivable, the CoL is sky high, 4-6 years to FO upgrade, diminishing CoS, belligerent, untrustworthy (mis)management, indentured labour..."

Them: "Sounds GREAT, where do I sign?"


Sub-standard package maybe, but I know of at least 14 million unemployed Americans who would just love to have a job right now. Enough said.

Who do I call?
 

Does anyone know how I can contact Cathay HR in regards to updating my application? I applied around 9 months ago and in the last 6 months have clocked up a few more hours so I went on the website to update my CV and my log in doesn't work. Went to logde a new app and got a message that one was in the system already. Tried the "forgot user id" tab and another message saying my details didn't exist! Called the numbers but no one ever anwers. Wrote emails but no reply.

Any suggestions?

Cheers

Interview on 15/11 in London
 

Hi, everybody.
Has anybody been invited for an interview next month? If so we should get in touch and exchange infos and tips.
All the best.
C84

Hi concord.. are you 0hr cadet?

At the moment, we are unable to advise...
 

Any pilots out there applied for CX lately, with CPL and CIR?

Any response from CX? I've heard that some people get contacted one year after they submit their application? The title is what I received from they, saying they can't advise me when the next interview at my preferred location will be and in my application my address is an HK addr.

All the best to the ones getting interviewed :D

RE:At the moment, we are unable to advise...
 

Cleared for take off,
I applied for the first time about a year ago and heard nothing....reapplied in April and got an e-mail two days ago inviting me for an interview in London, UK.
Just pe patient I would say.....it is frustrating I know....afterall am in the same situation!
All the best.
C84

Auckland Interview
 

Hi everyone, I just submitted my application last week. Does anyone one know when is the next selection in Auckland NZ? Cheers

I get the exact same thing, cannot update details, new password
doesnt work either as it doesnt recognize me.
Hmmmm....

Cathay Pacific Application
 

Hello Everyone!

I am currently a 3rd Year Aerospace engineering student in England.I would like to apply for the Cathay Pacific cadet pilot programme after i finish my degree in June.I would like to know what are the interview dates in London?How long do they take to respond after you hand in you application?
Also, is there any other airline programme that is not restricted to certain nationals?


I sent and email to Cathay pacific a few days back, but no one seems to respond.I would really appreciate if anyone helps me with my queries.Cheers!!!

re:Cathay Pacific Application
 

imran_x66,
6-12 months wait after you apply seem to be a pretty standard waiting time after you send your application, other cadet pilot schemes? Ever heard of BA?
I can't help with the interview dates.
If you e-mailed them a few days ago expect an answer in a few weeks if any at all, and that is with any airline not just CX.:ugh:All the best.
C84

Just to keep you all informed an F/O friend with 3 small kids all under 5 has just signed lease renting for $95,000 per month!

Thnx a lot concord 84.
Yeah heard of BA but I don't think I meet all their requirement.
They require unrestricted right to live and work in the UK which I dont think I will have after I finish my degree as I am on a student Visa here.
How about Etihad? Any hope of them resuming their programme?

you will be slumming it on 95000 for sure, must be Government housing in Tung Chung.

Application denial
 

Hi there,

Can anyone let me know why the Cathay Pilot Recruitment online process won't accept my application. After I state that:
I have over 1000hrs
Current CIR
Nil ATPLs

Says, sorry you don't meet our requirements? I have emailed to ask why but still no response. I'm guessing that if you have inexcess of 1000hrs, CIR nil ATPLS that to them is TOO MUCH experience for the cadetship. Anyhelp?

Hey concord84,
When's your interview, and do you hold a JAA license?
PM me if you don't mind

Does anyone know for Stage 2 Mental Mathematics test, it says you cannot use a calculator, but do they allow you to use pen and paper?

Yes, but it's still a pain in the rectum aile.

However, I would personally worry more about the interview and team exercises as these give the HR team more of an impression on your abilities and suitability for CX.

VFE.

can u plz give an insight into stage 2 in the manner u faced it/./??

Got my business class ticket for the wife and I to go over to HK for Stage 2. doing a bit of study, anyone else in the same boat, let's compare some notes

I'll be there in Nov, anyone else going to be there, send me a PM.

They gave business class for you & your wife for a stage 2?

Hi Guys,

Just want to hear from anyone from Sydney who has a stage 1 interview in Brisbane on the 4th of November or round that time and who is interested in a study buddy, two heads/minds are better than one.

cheers.

Cadet Roadshow?
 

I was told today that a "Cathay representative" attended a local Aero club encouraging all the starry eyed trainee pilots to apply to the CX cadetship and finish their training with them. That way they can "get a number" early and be upgraded before all experienced pilots that are hired after them.

Is recruitment getting that desperate?

:ugh:

Failed SIA Final Interview & looking!
 

Hi All!

I failed SIA final interview recently, have aerospace engineering degree and psychology minor and 19 dual hours with 0.2 solo hours on piper. I applied cathay & am looking at all other airlines too but didn't find any which I can apply for immediately given financial restrictions.

Being a fresh graduate, I am also wondering what careers I can start with to improve my standing as a cadet pilot applicant with Singapore Airlines or other airlines or companies. Thank you much!

Zack

Hi guys, just noticed the "rapid command" tab in the flying positions section on the CX website. Is that very new or has it been around for a while. Just wondering cos it says applicants can vote to move to CX passenger flights after 3 years and these people are on bases, not in HK. Would that affect SOs getting a base and/or making it to a captain position in the long term or not? Just checking :)

There also seems to be a first officer and second officer tab that appears to be new. Does this indicate Cathay will be accepting direct entry S/Os and F/Os soon and how will this affect the cadet programs?

30week course
 

Could anybody with knowledge of the Advanced entry course (30wk) please describe the training regime undertaken @ FTA?

PM if required

SIM Practice
 

Anybody interested in sharing a 747-200 sim in the south of England in November. Dates to be confirmed. PM me if interested.

You guys have got to be kidding me. We are trying to share some wisdom, and you guys just keep coming.

Do NOT complain to me in the flight deck in 4 years.

I don't want to hear it. You have all been warned.

Nobody would complain to you, son. You've offered nothing constructive. Don't flatter yourself to being somebody's sounding board.

Every bit of "constructive" advice has been soundly rejected by starry eyed youngins. What more can one say than has already been said.

So....I guess.....enough said!

.....and then the other troll appears. One feeds the other. Dan, you're the worst of the lot.

@ ASH1111, Dan Buster and amongst others...

It is my observation that most of the complaining and griping all come from you, the supposed pilots for Cathay. The wannabes are just here trying to find info on the interview process. But it is very unfortunate you guys have to try and discourage these wannabes from employment.

In case if you haven’t noticed, the profession you signed up with back then is no longer what it is today. You are now seem more as a glorified bus driver, a trained monkey in an automated flight deck. Yes, the compensation package may not be as good as it was when you became a pilot at Cathay, but that is the trend of this profession no matter where you go. Get over the fact that you will never see the salaries and treatment you may have received or expected back in “the day”.

GEEZUZ! :8

Personally,

Call it "non - professional bitch network".

The "facts" presented here are more then laughable.

Thank you.

(Sorry for 3rd post) BUT as a bloke who grew up in HK during the 49er era, count your blessing and stop bitching about "so and so is making great money" yeah - Relative to a bloke trying to support kids.

For ***** sake - join it with a shred of integrity! It is a profession that pursues you into a career! Not a job.

Otherwise - get ****** if you think I will buy you a beer.