Becoming a SIA pilot.
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Becoming a SIA pilot.
I am Muhammad Zailan and I am studying in computer engineering at Temasek Polytechnic. My ambition is to be a pilot of Singapore Airlines but, the only thing is that I obtained a D7 for English Language in my GCE"O" Levels. Therefore, I did not obtain a credit in my English Language.I am very worried now. Will I be accepted as a pilot of Singapore Airlines? or what should I do to achieve my ambition as a pilot of Singapore Airlines?
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Muhd Zailan,
In Life There Is Hope, In Hope There Is Life
So don't despair ! Since the minimium requirements to enter to SQ as a Cadet Pilot is 5 'O' Levels in one sitting. So if you are going to redo your English and combine both results that'll be two sittings. I assume you are only 18/19 and there is still so much time left. Prepare yourself to retake your O's again, all 5 subjects. And you when you are done with your Poly Diploma, I can say you are on the path, at least !
Have faith and All the Best !
Best Regards,
Herman
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Ad Astra Per Aspera
To The Stars, Through Any Difficulties
In Life There Is Hope, In Hope There Is Life
So don't despair ! Since the minimium requirements to enter to SQ as a Cadet Pilot is 5 'O' Levels in one sitting. So if you are going to redo your English and combine both results that'll be two sittings. I assume you are only 18/19 and there is still so much time left. Prepare yourself to retake your O's again, all 5 subjects. And you when you are done with your Poly Diploma, I can say you are on the path, at least !
Have faith and All the Best !
Best Regards,
Herman
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Ad Astra Per Aspera
To The Stars, Through Any Difficulties
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MZ,
You should ideally complete your studies first before applying. A poly diploma is acceptable should do you fine but if you're really worried about your english results, I'd advise you to resit the exam privately.
I've also heard that requirements are for applicants 26 years and above (judging that you're still studying at a polytechnic, you can't be 26 yet?) Nevertheless, give it a shot but don't be too disappointed if you don't get accepted. THere are many other ways to learning flying. This is just one avenue. Good luck!
You should ideally complete your studies first before applying. A poly diploma is acceptable should do you fine but if you're really worried about your english results, I'd advise you to resit the exam privately.
I've also heard that requirements are for applicants 26 years and above (judging that you're still studying at a polytechnic, you can't be 26 yet?) Nevertheless, give it a shot but don't be too disappointed if you don't get accepted. THere are many other ways to learning flying. This is just one avenue. Good luck!
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Muhd Zailan,
You should do okay applying with your with your Temasek Dip. It's not difficult to get in these days as there is a shortage of pilots viz-a-viz pilot trainees in the aviation industry.
Yeah, get your application on the way first and see what they say...
Cheerios.
You should do okay applying with your with your Temasek Dip. It's not difficult to get in these days as there is a shortage of pilots viz-a-viz pilot trainees in the aviation industry.
Yeah, get your application on the way first and see what they say...
Cheerios.
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Muhdzailan,
I will suggest that you try improve your spoken and written English with or without sitting for the exam again, this is especially important when it comes to interview. If you can speak well enough to convince them that your grade doesn't matter, they will let you go for written test with your poly diploma.
So, some preparations are definitely recommended...
Rgds,
CRL
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I will suggest that you try improve your spoken and written English with or without sitting for the exam again, this is especially important when it comes to interview. If you can speak well enough to convince them that your grade doesn't matter, they will let you go for written test with your poly diploma.
So, some preparations are definitely recommended...
Rgds,
CRL
[This message has been edited by crl (edited 14 June 2001).]
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Aeronort,
Have you checked on your NS obligations and exemptions on returning to Sin? If one of your parents is Singaporean, it will be wise for you to find out your "status" before hand.
Anyway, you are most welcomed to contact me directly if you wish for more info.
Rgds,
CRL
Have you checked on your NS obligations and exemptions on returning to Sin? If one of your parents is Singaporean, it will be wise for you to find out your "status" before hand.
Anyway, you are most welcomed to contact me directly if you wish for more info.
Rgds,
CRL
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one of the requirements if u are singaporean is to be at least 25 1/2 yrs old.
have u done your ns already ??
it would do your chances a lot of good if u went and got your degree, i could be wrong but it is one of the major factors if u don't have any flight experience.
have u done your ns already ??
it would do your chances a lot of good if u went and got your degree, i could be wrong but it is one of the major factors if u don't have any flight experience.
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Dear Aeronort and Muhdzailan,
I congratulate and respect both of you for your ambitions. However, please, do yourself a big favor and throughly read with in this Far East forumn the 5 March posting "Thoughts from an almost SIA Pilot".
Not to discourage anybody but please read this and be truely informed. SIA is of the opinion that they can do anything they want and people will still want to fly for them. Somehow, I just don't feel that way.
Much luck and preserverance to all...
I congratulate and respect both of you for your ambitions. However, please, do yourself a big favor and throughly read with in this Far East forumn the 5 March posting "Thoughts from an almost SIA Pilot".
Not to discourage anybody but please read this and be truely informed. SIA is of the opinion that they can do anything they want and people will still want to fly for them. Somehow, I just don't feel that way.
Much luck and preserverance to all...
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hi ppl, am really glad that there's a forum like for those whom are interested to join SQ as finding info about flying in singapore is quite difficult. thanks guys
i'm currently doing ns and am about to start looking for a uni. i've heard quite abit about massey offering BAV, bach of aviation. any comments from anyone? comments on the degree, is it worth the $$ or should i go for a general engine degree? if i were too join SQ with BAV, which part of the training do i start from? could i get a loan to pay off my study loan while drawing that miserable pay of a cadet? and for medical history, i've passed airforce pilot's medical but torned my ankle ligament while i was back at OCS after i've failed air grading. would that be a problem to pass caas's med? and what if my ankle has been repaired?
one last question, if i were to fly as a bush pilot, would my flight time be credited?
hee hee.. think thats quite abit of messy questions... if there's anyone out there to answer these Qs...... pls...??
thanks
i'm currently doing ns and am about to start looking for a uni. i've heard quite abit about massey offering BAV, bach of aviation. any comments from anyone? comments on the degree, is it worth the $$ or should i go for a general engine degree? if i were too join SQ with BAV, which part of the training do i start from? could i get a loan to pay off my study loan while drawing that miserable pay of a cadet? and for medical history, i've passed airforce pilot's medical but torned my ankle ligament while i was back at OCS after i've failed air grading. would that be a problem to pass caas's med? and what if my ankle has been repaired?
one last question, if i were to fly as a bush pilot, would my flight time be credited?
hee hee.. think thats quite abit of messy questions... if there's anyone out there to answer these Qs...... pls...??
thanks
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Hi Ichewa,
Getting a degree at Massey would be a good move but would not ensure a place in SQ.
But if you do get the degree & ATPL, you would go to the Learjet phase. Not sure about your medical situation. About the bush pilot thing, If you go to Massey, there would not be a need for that but it would be a good experience.
Getting a degree at Massey would be a good move but would not ensure a place in SQ.
But if you do get the degree & ATPL, you would go to the Learjet phase. Not sure about your medical situation. About the bush pilot thing, If you go to Massey, there would not be a need for that but it would be a good experience.
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Yo Sunny,
Thanks for the tips you provided the other time, my friend who got chopped in the airforce made it through and currently in Seletar with the cadet scheme.
How's life at SQ, heard that they are removing all the A340, A310 fleet in the near future and standardising to 744 and 777 fleet.
Cheers,
Thanks for the tips you provided the other time, my friend who got chopped in the airforce made it through and currently in Seletar with the cadet scheme.
How's life at SQ, heard that they are removing all the A340, A310 fleet in the near future and standardising to 744 and 777 fleet.
Cheers,
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Ichewa,
I just wanna point out again that a degree from Massey does not guarantee anything. It may help in getting an interview. My advice will be to get a degree that will help you get a good job if you fail the SQ interview. Good luck. It is still quite some time before you apply.
MZ,
Take it easy. Try for a spot in the RSAF first. If you are unsuccessful, at least SQ will know that you have passion for flying because your records will show that you tried for the RSAF. However, gotta wait till you are 26. A short wait. During that time, talk to as many pilots as possible and try to formulate what will be appropriate to say during the interview. I cannot stress enough to need for earnest, honest and humble answers in front of the panel. (the interview is a joke to the management captains and all they are looking for are answers that will please their ears)
As for all the anti-SIA postings, all I can say is that it is partially true but if you are seriously interested in flying and you are Singaporean, it is probably the only route. You have to realize that SQ will never pay as well as say, CX or BA. It is run like the military but it does offer a stable job and if flying is a passion, even better.
However, let me remind all the young and clueless guys who do not know what it is all about. If you are in it for the girls and money, you will be disappointed. Go be an investment banker or trader. If you are in it for the passion, you will be fine. However, gotta remind you that you will be treated like a dog during the 2.5 years of training. Gotta be prepared to eat the humble pie during that stretch.
Pardon my straight talking but I think any Singaporean who is in it will agree with me. Let me remind you that we are not expats and will never be. They have more choices. Your chance will come but only after seven years when the bond is served. However, will you then make the move when you have way too many commitments like wife, kids and housing loans? Too early for the aspiring young guns out there to think about this.
To all flying enthusiasts out there. Good luck and godspeed.
WLT
I just wanna point out again that a degree from Massey does not guarantee anything. It may help in getting an interview. My advice will be to get a degree that will help you get a good job if you fail the SQ interview. Good luck. It is still quite some time before you apply.
MZ,
Take it easy. Try for a spot in the RSAF first. If you are unsuccessful, at least SQ will know that you have passion for flying because your records will show that you tried for the RSAF. However, gotta wait till you are 26. A short wait. During that time, talk to as many pilots as possible and try to formulate what will be appropriate to say during the interview. I cannot stress enough to need for earnest, honest and humble answers in front of the panel. (the interview is a joke to the management captains and all they are looking for are answers that will please their ears)
As for all the anti-SIA postings, all I can say is that it is partially true but if you are seriously interested in flying and you are Singaporean, it is probably the only route. You have to realize that SQ will never pay as well as say, CX or BA. It is run like the military but it does offer a stable job and if flying is a passion, even better.
However, let me remind all the young and clueless guys who do not know what it is all about. If you are in it for the girls and money, you will be disappointed. Go be an investment banker or trader. If you are in it for the passion, you will be fine. However, gotta remind you that you will be treated like a dog during the 2.5 years of training. Gotta be prepared to eat the humble pie during that stretch.
Pardon my straight talking but I think any Singaporean who is in it will agree with me. Let me remind you that we are not expats and will never be. They have more choices. Your chance will come but only after seven years when the bond is served. However, will you then make the move when you have way too many commitments like wife, kids and housing loans? Too early for the aspiring young guns out there to think about this.
To all flying enthusiasts out there. Good luck and godspeed.
WLT