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Hi guys , sounds like a few more chillies have been added to the curry.
I dont mean to harp on this issue , but how flexible are SQ on the 3000 hr requirement ? I have emailed them but no response ( have not appied yet just enquiring , dont want to waste my time or theirs if I dont qualify)
2100 hrs of pic mix on 777 and A330 ??? does anyone know . I guess its the old supply and demand thing. Chambudzi you out there ? any idea,s from your management / recruitment chums ? would appreciate some feedback.
I dont mean to harp on this issue , but how flexible are SQ on the 3000 hr requirement ? I have emailed them but no response ( have not appied yet just enquiring , dont want to waste my time or theirs if I dont qualify)
2100 hrs of pic mix on 777 and A330 ??? does anyone know . I guess its the old supply and demand thing. Chambudzi you out there ? any idea,s from your management / recruitment chums ? would appreciate some feedback.
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Sorry to be a wet blanket, but you've got to either set your sights on someone else or hunker down until you've got the 3000. No, it's not a supply and demand thing. No, it's not 'you're not good enough' either. It is a requirement deemed appropriate because it's deemed appropriate. Patience, Grasshopper. It will come. 
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Can anyone advise me whether the SIA Cargo job is commutable from the UK, like at KAL? Have an interview shortly and would like to find out, as what I've trawled seems to be a bit vague on whether you can string your monthly days off allocation together. Many thanks in advance.
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4 holer knows the right stuff.
The requirement is 3000 hrs in command of a 767 or heavier/wider on International routes.
No the SIA cargo job is not commutable as far as the company is concerned but I think some are trying it on their own with little success.
Great Wall is allowing their guys to commute via their Amsterdam flight. You just walk onto the flight- no cost and dont be late for your next rostered trip
Burnden asked about what routes the A330 flies. The short answer is SIA doesnt have any A330s. Their arrival in 2009 will probably have them doing the short flights, Australia, India, SE Asia, Dacca and Colombo. The pilots already flying LA and NY on the A340 may be doing a CCQ to fly both types. There is presently an arguement over that. Most 340 pilots dont want to fly both types and there is some CAA reluctance.
The requirement is 3000 hrs in command of a 767 or heavier/wider on International routes.
No the SIA cargo job is not commutable as far as the company is concerned but I think some are trying it on their own with little success.
Great Wall is allowing their guys to commute via their Amsterdam flight. You just walk onto the flight- no cost and dont be late for your next rostered trip
Burnden asked about what routes the A330 flies. The short answer is SIA doesnt have any A330s. Their arrival in 2009 will probably have them doing the short flights, Australia, India, SE Asia, Dacca and Colombo. The pilots already flying LA and NY on the A340 may be doing a CCQ to fly both types. There is presently an arguement over that. Most 340 pilots dont want to fly both types and there is some CAA reluctance.
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Guys,
I keep hearing the same thing over n over again...."Don't sign the training bond". Or "re-read the fine print on the bond".
My q is WHEN EXACTLY do u get the training bond so that u can read it thoroughly and then either sign or otherwise.Just a thought....
I keep hearing the same thing over n over again...."Don't sign the training bond". Or "re-read the fine print on the bond".
My q is WHEN EXACTLY do u get the training bond so that u can read it thoroughly and then either sign or otherwise.Just a thought....
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There is no real need to read the small print if you are happy to stay at SIA for the full term of the Bond. This means you may have to accept over a period of 5 years from being checked out large changes in the T & C's such as increased rentals without a worthwhile increase in the allowance, currency changes not in your favour, perhaps no bonus in some years, perhaps no service increments, perhaps large increases in school fees etc etc
It will cost you dear to leave before the Bond is up. That is all those people who say read the small print are getting at.
One also has to wonder as Expat400 has already suggested whether a B744 rating will be worth the paper it is printed on in 5+ years time.Perhaps that should also be a consideration to those thinking of SIA Cargo unless they are quite old.
There is no real need to read the small print if you are happy to stay at SIA for the full term of the Bond. This means you may have to accept over a period of 5 years from being checked out large changes in the T & C's such as increased rentals without a worthwhile increase in the allowance, currency changes not in your favour, perhaps no bonus in some years, perhaps no service increments, perhaps large increases in school fees etc etc
It will cost you dear to leave before the Bond is up. That is all those people who say read the small print are getting at.
One also has to wonder as Expat400 has already suggested whether a B744 rating will be worth the paper it is printed on in 5+ years time.Perhaps that should also be a consideration to those thinking of SIA Cargo unless they are quite old.
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Not Worth The Paper its written on??
MC- whilst I respect your point of view i do not agree that a 747-400 ticket will not be worth the paper its written on in the future.
Take a look at the Classic,DC8,B707,A300 etc to name abut a few and they have been soldiering on for years in the freight market!!
Believe me I should know!!!,anyhow keep up your posts its all good gen,
Brgds Goma
Take a look at the Classic,DC8,B707,A300 etc to name abut a few and they have been soldiering on for years in the freight market!!
Believe me I should know!!!,anyhow keep up your posts its all good gen,
Brgds Goma
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I know of several guys who joined SQ mainline with only small jet time and some with less than 3000Pic. So keep at im if you really want the job, ring your Sq lady at the brick wall, every day,ask to speak to a pilot in recruiting, drive em up the wall with persistance, it works, believe me. Towards the end of the year we will be screaming for A330 drivers, unless fuel prices continue upwards, we bin the A345, bingo, instant A330 drivers.
MC, i have to agree with you on the B744. We only have them now because of the A380 delay. Someone do the figures for the Kg cost asross the Pac. in a 744F versus the hold of a shiney new A360XWB or B787 which can carry lots and go a long way. Old 777s and 330s will be converted and do the job, even new ones. bye bye 747 at $200/barrel.
MC, i have to agree with you on the B744. We only have them now because of the A380 delay. Someone do the figures for the Kg cost asross the Pac. in a 744F versus the hold of a shiney new A360XWB or B787 which can carry lots and go a long way. Old 777s and 330s will be converted and do the job, even new ones. bye bye 747 at $200/barrel.
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Question about commuting from Bangkok
Hi guys, I know the question has been asked before about commuting to Singapore and BananasBananas remarked:
I would like to live with my Thai partner in Bangkok and commute to Singapore. As there are many flights between the cities I think it is doable, only a longer commute.
Is there anybody with experience or reflection on this?
Thanks,
Daisy
I believe some guys commute from KL, Penang etc and don't have too many problems. You just need a mate in SIN with a spare room so you can cover your stand by duties etc.
Is there anybody with experience or reflection on this?
Thanks,
Daisy
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Bali & Bangkok High....
Though there are about 20 flights a day from Bangkok, you will have to do what bananas-bananas suggests.
Bali, would be a little more challenging.
Bali, would be a little more challenging.
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salary in SQ
Dear Capt. Bee
a salary of 210000pa works out to 17500 pm.
Does it mean that one takes home this amount & nothing more? Would other alolowances also add up to the same?
Have also heard, current pilots getting a better pay than this one.
Could any1 plz help me with this?
thanks and regards
a salary of 210000pa works out to 17500 pm.
Does it mean that one takes home this amount & nothing more? Would other alolowances also add up to the same?
Have also heard, current pilots getting a better pay than this one.
Could any1 plz help me with this?
thanks and regards
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Hey Raklameen
Very valid question.....I'm pretty sure we'd all be interested in the reply.....
Cheers....
Very valid question.....I'm pretty sure we'd all be interested in the reply.....
Cheers....
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raklameen ,yes 17500 is more or les your monthly salary. On top of this $3900 housing allowance,plus bonus(no guarantee), 13th salary, annual variable components(no guarantee), annual completion bonus (payable after completion of your 5 year term - $50 000 or 10 000 annually,instead of CPF), education allowance, share options + one of the best mates I've ever met down the road. For the last 2 years average $345 000, before tax and didn't claim education allowance, without year completion bonus and no share options. Taxes at approx. 10% for the first 5 years. Hope it helps. Regards.
P.S. I love the place and am happy here. For the 2 COPs monthly is damn good. It's my two cents though ! The happiness is state of the mind and it's up to everyone to make peace with himself. Money's not everything, but is's good to have.
P.S. I love the place and am happy here. For the 2 COPs monthly is damn good. It's my two cents though ! The happiness is state of the mind and it's up to everyone to make peace with himself. Money's not everything, but is's good to have.
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hi all
erm, y r so many of u guys so mindful of your salaries? isn't it all for the love of flying that u guys became pilots. I m pretty sure SIA wont pay u peanuts when u fly with them.
lookin at all the comments, i wonder if i wld be so money-minded when i do become a pilot..
lookin at all the comments, i wonder if i wld be so money-minded when i do become a pilot..
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Hil, not sure of your age but your first major grasp will be to get one of written language. Your posting creates an appalling impression - whatever you may think. Start sharpening up on your communication skills / grammar now; it is of paramount importance to the job. Any prospective employer would run a mile if your CV were filled out in this way. Good luck
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Hey Hil
Pilots " love of flying"
Same as a Doctors " love of medicine"
or An Engineers "love of Engineering"
or an Airline Managers " love of management"
you are a professional and deserve a professional wage. You will see that 90% of the time we are probably a little overpaid , but believe me that remaining 10% could justify a life times earnings in a month ! You also have to consider how uniquely qualified you will be. Should you loose your " profession" one day due to illlness or other reason you are not really qualified to do anything else. The long term effects on your health also demand compensation as your life expectancy will be less than the average human. I do like the innocence of your passion to fly though.
Sorry to have a thread creep here. Where were we ....
Pilots " love of flying"
Same as a Doctors " love of medicine"
or An Engineers "love of Engineering"
or an Airline Managers " love of management"
you are a professional and deserve a professional wage. You will see that 90% of the time we are probably a little overpaid , but believe me that remaining 10% could justify a life times earnings in a month ! You also have to consider how uniquely qualified you will be. Should you loose your " profession" one day due to illlness or other reason you are not really qualified to do anything else. The long term effects on your health also demand compensation as your life expectancy will be less than the average human. I do like the innocence of your passion to fly though.
Sorry to have a thread creep here. Where were we ....