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I wish I could tell you an answer, any answer positive or negative. At this point we just don't know.
The cases of Coronavirus have increased dramatically here in Japan on the last week or so, we are expecting a lockdown to be announced today and if that happens, well that would throw a big wrench into the machine at AJX.
The cases of Coronavirus have increased dramatically here in Japan on the last week or so, we are expecting a lockdown to be announced today and if that happens, well that would throw a big wrench into the machine at AJX.
state of emergency declared
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A state of emergency was declared but they didn’t go as far as to quarantine everyone, public transport continue to operate and the airlines as well, although there are numerous travel restrictions in place. We continue to operate so far.
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As far as I know, Japanese residents (on spouse visa, or some other visas) are allowed back in but will need to self quarantine for 14 days.
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Hi All and Regular Contributors,
I hope you are all keeping well in Japan with everything going on in the world and in Asia. Although it might not ever eventuate because of the obvious world issues, I have just begun the application process for an FO position with AJX.
Although it has been answered, I was just wanted to confirm the BMI part of the medical as I am about to embark on some pretty drastic dieting/starvation.
Always been quite stocky and years of swimming and weight training hasn't helped. Fit and healthy as such otherwise.
Just wanted to confirm (once and for all) that BMI 29 is a hard limit and even if you are extremely low body fat being above 29 would be a MEDICAL FAIL?
I shall make attempt to make it work if so. Literally planning on starving myself Christian Bale Machinist style to lose muscle if I have to and my application goes ahead.
Thanks so much, and sorry for the repetition of the question.
regards, TS.
I hope you are all keeping well in Japan with everything going on in the world and in Asia. Although it might not ever eventuate because of the obvious world issues, I have just begun the application process for an FO position with AJX.
Although it has been answered, I was just wanted to confirm the BMI part of the medical as I am about to embark on some pretty drastic dieting/starvation.
Always been quite stocky and years of swimming and weight training hasn't helped. Fit and healthy as such otherwise.
Just wanted to confirm (once and for all) that BMI 29 is a hard limit and even if you are extremely low body fat being above 29 would be a MEDICAL FAIL?
I shall make attempt to make it work if so. Literally planning on starving myself Christian Bale Machinist style to lose muscle if I have to and my application goes ahead.
Thanks so much, and sorry for the repetition of the question.
regards, TS.
as far as I understand, these are hard limits, unfortunately, no allowance is made for well built, tall people. We all have to fit in a specific box, which is tailored to the average Japanese person, not the average Westerner. Good luck with your efforts.
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Just stating the obvious, this is not a one off check, there will be at least one more (maybe more) before you ever start training if successful and then one per year until 60.
If you struggle with the 29 (thought it was 30?) BMI limit due your body shape/muscle building...whatever....this will be ongoing.
Interestingly the Koreans do not have a hard BMI limit anymore (there's a story there) but it remains a non-negotiable aspect from the Japanese for now.
Cheers, good luck.
Just stating the obvious, this is not a one off check, there will be at least one more (maybe more) before you ever start training if successful and then one per year until 60.
If you struggle with the 29 (thought it was 30?) BMI limit due your body shape/muscle building...whatever....this will be ongoing.
Interestingly the Koreans do not have a hard BMI limit anymore (there's a story there) but it remains a non-negotiable aspect from the Japanese for now.
Cheers, good luck.
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Thanks to all for the responses.
Absolutely I realise its an ongoing thing that I would have to make sure I am below through changing body shape/diet etc. for years to come.
29 I was told was for the interview through the agency I am dealing with (they said they wouldn't send me unless I am below that), but I below 30 was the number quoted for JCAB. Just wasn't sure if there was a skin fold test or something to back that up, but seems not unfortunately.
Only just recently lost my job due to the current circumstances last week, so no matter how hard it might be even with a slither of hope should the opportunity present itself I would be willing to make it work. Little bit hard to see how any recruitment would happening in this current environment, but nonetheless I shall press on.
Cheers and take care lads.
Absolutely I realise its an ongoing thing that I would have to make sure I am below through changing body shape/diet etc. for years to come.
29 I was told was for the interview through the agency I am dealing with (they said they wouldn't send me unless I am below that), but I below 30 was the number quoted for JCAB. Just wasn't sure if there was a skin fold test or something to back that up, but seems not unfortunately.
Only just recently lost my job due to the current circumstances last week, so no matter how hard it might be even with a slither of hope should the opportunity present itself I would be willing to make it work. Little bit hard to see how any recruitment would happening in this current environment, but nonetheless I shall press on.
Cheers and take care lads.
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Most AJX pilots are not Japanese residents therefore if they are currently in Japan they can work. If not (because they are on days off in their respective countries) they can not go back to work.
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We don't have any jumpseat agreements at all, we can't even ride on our own freighters so catching a ride on a freighter is not an option.
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It is extremely limited to many places where the pilot group commutes to and then there are the connecting flight which is my major issue.
We don't have any jumpseat agreements at all, we can't even ride on our own freighters so catching a ride on a freighter is not an option.
We don't have any jumpseat agreements at all, we can't even ride on our own freighters so catching a ride on a freighter is not an option.
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Could anyone provide some information about the conversion of an EASA ATPL with A320 type rating to a Japanese ATPL. Specifically, if one gets a job with a Japanese airline, what kind of exams are required and approximately how long does it take? Is there a database of questions for written and aural exams?
Thanks in advance!
Thanks in advance!
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Could anyone provide some information about the conversion of an EASA ATPL with A320 type rating to a Japanese ATPL. Specifically, if one gets a job with a Japanese airline, what kind of exams are required and approximately how long does it take? Is there a database of questions for written and aural exams?
Thanks in advance!
Thanks in advance!
By the way, all of this info is in this thread.
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Could anyone provide some information about the conversion of an EASA ATPL with A320 type rating to a Japanese ATPL. Specifically, if one gets a job with a Japanese airline, what kind of exams are required and approximately how long does it take? Is there a database of questions for written and aural exams?
Thanks in advance!
Thanks in advance!
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I’m currently flying the 787 as skipper in the Middle East. Is Air Japan genuinely recruiting B767 NTR skippers currently or are they putting all applications on hold ?
Just wondering very seriously
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Just wondering very seriously
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