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Ex Military ideology can pose a problem for commercial flying and operations. And I must admit we have had some clash of opinions at AK because of this. However everyone is streamlined before they go line flying with company inductions and CRM for everyone and especially for the pilots and you are expected 'to get the message'. We have a CHIRP system in place to keep these things in check. It is a small aviation world here too so reputations and attitudes are known even beofre you have your interview here especially if you are ex military. Personally, I haven't had any problem. New recruits are not trainied as if it were the air force, even by ex military instructors. We're all nice guys 
(I'm not ex airforce myself btw. From flying school only)
bateman. what is your flying experience? It's Bangsar more than 3 times a week for me! Good place, good food and eye candy too. Hartamas is picking up too so check it out
As for the remark on the quality of our crew, it's an ongoing effort to better oneself. I have seen vast improvement from the old Air Asia days under DRB hicom before the transformation to a low cost carrier. We ARE safe, and we want to be even better. It's attitude that counts. As with any airline, quality is always a work in progress. Not to boast, but a survey safety audit by Boeing gave Air Asia very impressive results on it's safety and operations. That of course doesnt mean there is never more to learn.
(I'm not ex airforce myself btw. From flying school only)bateman. what is your flying experience? It's Bangsar more than 3 times a week for me! Good place, good food and eye candy too. Hartamas is picking up too so check it out
As for the remark on the quality of our crew, it's an ongoing effort to better oneself. I have seen vast improvement from the old Air Asia days under DRB hicom before the transformation to a low cost carrier. We ARE safe, and we want to be even better. It's attitude that counts. As with any airline, quality is always a work in progress. Not to boast, but a survey safety audit by Boeing gave Air Asia very impressive results on it's safety and operations. That of course doesnt mean there is never more to learn.
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QNH1013,
Im currently a saab captain, with about 2900TT. Sent AA a CV about 6 months ago, but no response. Will send them another once I get my 500 PIC on the saab, and my 3000 hours.
In regards to the KL antics. One of my mates from uni is the director of finance for sheraton asia, based at the imperial in KL. So every 6 months or so, I have a week stopover on my way back home, and he gets me a room at the imperial... nice hotel.
I have some vague memories of staggering out of Beachclub, and ending up at some dodgy place called 'after 5', which really wouldnt bear close scrutiny. But I did manage to make it up to Bangsar one night they had the street markets on.... fantastic food and atmosphere.
If you have any ideas on the best way to get noticed at AA, send them all along. Im desperate to get back to asia, and malaysia would be perfect.
In regards to eye candy. I found the best spot is the outside tables at the coffee shop on about the 3rd level of KLCC. Sip latte and watch the talent go by...
cheers
Bate
Im currently a saab captain, with about 2900TT. Sent AA a CV about 6 months ago, but no response. Will send them another once I get my 500 PIC on the saab, and my 3000 hours.
In regards to the KL antics. One of my mates from uni is the director of finance for sheraton asia, based at the imperial in KL. So every 6 months or so, I have a week stopover on my way back home, and he gets me a room at the imperial... nice hotel.
I have some vague memories of staggering out of Beachclub, and ending up at some dodgy place called 'after 5', which really wouldnt bear close scrutiny. But I did manage to make it up to Bangsar one night they had the street markets on.... fantastic food and atmosphere.
If you have any ideas on the best way to get noticed at AA, send them all along. Im desperate to get back to asia, and malaysia would be perfect.
In regards to eye candy. I found the best spot is the outside tables at the coffee shop on about the 3rd level of KLCC. Sip latte and watch the talent go by...
cheers
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Head over to some earlier threads below,hope it ll help.
http://www.pprune.org/forums/showthr...hreadid=101680
Head over to some earlier threads below,hope it ll help.
http://www.pprune.org/forums/showthr...hreadid=101680
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kwaiyai - Thanks mate, next time Im in KL Ill let you know. I think Ive still got half a bottle of JD with my name on it at Bar Flam. (I think that was the name of the place???.... its all a bit hazy).
jet joc - have a look at the Malaysian CAA website
www.dca.gov.my
there is an english language section, with a bit on how to convert licences. Looks like a nightmare.
Bate
jet joc - have a look at the Malaysian CAA website
www.dca.gov.my
there is an english language section, with a bit on how to convert licences. Looks like a nightmare.
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I know this question has been asked a few times already,BUT..
Have any of the expat pilots who have applied, had a reply sent back to them? If so what was the answer? ie. was there a positive reply to possible future emplyment..
Also are they only accepting C.V.s via email?
Have any of the expat pilots who have applied, had a reply sent back to them? If so what was the answer? ie. was there a positive reply to possible future emplyment..
Also are they only accepting C.V.s via email?
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For all you expats with at least 500 hrs on the 737-300 or it's variants come on down the time is right. AA is looking for extra pilots to complement it's growing fleet of aircrafts. As predicted the surplus Malaysian pilots is beginning to dwindle to a trickle so it's time that AA starts looking elsewhere.
If you have the right attitude and commitment and Malaysia is the place that you want to spend the next few years at, then here's the opportunity.
Good luck to all that apply!
Goldwing2000
If you have the right attitude and commitment and Malaysia is the place that you want to spend the next few years at, then here's the opportunity.
Good luck to all that apply!
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Schedule, Base options?
Anyone care to shed light on the typical schedule? Are routes bid or assigned? I understand domicile is KUL. Does anyone commute? Would it be feasible to live near BKI and have a crash pad near KUL?
Cheers!
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Basically the schedules are split between morning and afternoon departures. The morning departures all leave from 7:00-7:30 while afternoon departures leave anywhere from 13:00-15:00.
If you work the in the morning expect to be back around 13:00 while the afternoon slots will get you back late evening.
It's feasible to live in BKI and have a crash pad in KL but don't expect too much time off after starting line flying. The airline is expanding in a big way and with the new hub in Johor opening up there won't be too much free time.
Commuting to and from the airport is a slight pain in the behind though. Some drive to work while others take the excellent train which gives staff discount. The train runs from 05:30 till 01:00 and beats taking the car after a long day!
Hope this helps.
Goldwing2000
Basically the schedules are split between morning and afternoon departures. The morning departures all leave from 7:00-7:30 while afternoon departures leave anywhere from 13:00-15:00.
If you work the in the morning expect to be back around 13:00 while the afternoon slots will get you back late evening.
It's feasible to live in BKI and have a crash pad in KL but don't expect too much time off after starting line flying. The airline is expanding in a big way and with the new hub in Johor opening up there won't be too much free time.
Commuting to and from the airport is a slight pain in the behind though. Some drive to work while others take the excellent train which gives staff discount. The train runs from 05:30 till 01:00 and beats taking the car after a long day!
Hope this helps.
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i think... air asia has good future prospect......
i foresee in the next 5 year...
their fleet may grow to more than... 60 planes or so.. on their current rate.......
it's good for unexperienced pilots actually....
...they don't require heavy hours.......
well... RM 7k is quite good pay for a newbie...
and in malaysia... u can live a above average life with rm7k per month.........
also... just consider it's expansion too...... when it gets bigger......
i believe captain and f/o's pay would be increased when they're in a good position.......
now.. MAS.... is about to give up half of their domestic traffic.....
which will be replaced by Air Asia's fleet...
i foresee in the next 5 year...
their fleet may grow to more than... 60 planes or so.. on their current rate.......
it's good for unexperienced pilots actually....
...they don't require heavy hours.......
well... RM 7k is quite good pay for a newbie...
and in malaysia... u can live a above average life with rm7k per month.........
also... just consider it's expansion too...... when it gets bigger......
i believe captain and f/o's pay would be increased when they're in a good position.......
now.. MAS.... is about to give up half of their domestic traffic.....
which will be replaced by Air Asia's fleet...
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fhchiang..
a point to note here in malaysia...DO NOT BELIEVE WHAT U READ IN THE NEWSPAPERS......do u honestly think mas is going to give up their domstic routes that easily?
There is a lot of pride involved and t i honestly do not think it will be that easy...we will just have to wait and see, also in the news recently, there is talk bout making subang airport the low cost hub of malaysia......what are your thoughts on that? Do u think it will happen? Well, if it actually does materialise, well done for all as it is good for many travellers, simply to the easier access and shorter distance to travel as compared to klia.
Will have to just wait and see and hope for the best.....
fly safe guys...and gals
a point to note here in malaysia...DO NOT BELIEVE WHAT U READ IN THE NEWSPAPERS......do u honestly think mas is going to give up their domstic routes that easily?
There is a lot of pride involved and t i honestly do not think it will be that easy...we will just have to wait and see, also in the news recently, there is talk bout making subang airport the low cost hub of malaysia......what are your thoughts on that? Do u think it will happen? Well, if it actually does materialise, well done for all as it is good for many travellers, simply to the easier access and shorter distance to travel as compared to klia.
Will have to just wait and see and hope for the best.....
fly safe guys...and gals
