Cebu Pacific Pilot Req
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Hi !
I just really need to know this info - does CEB impose height requirements on pilot applicants ?
Not yet a pilot here, I plan to study in the US soon... however being a typical Filipina, my height is only about 158cm.
I have tried an A320 sim and seats are fully adjustable. But given PAL's 5'4 requirement, I'm worried that CEB might be the last option left (???)
I don't want to risk spending all the money for flight school and end up nowhere after because of my height.
I've been trying to ask around but thought it'd be nice to hear from the PPRUNE community as well.
Thanks for the time and help !
I just really need to know this info - does CEB impose height requirements on pilot applicants ?
Not yet a pilot here, I plan to study in the US soon... however being a typical Filipina, my height is only about 158cm.
I have tried an A320 sim and seats are fully adjustable. But given PAL's 5'4 requirement, I'm worried that CEB might be the last option left (???)
I don't want to risk spending all the money for flight school and end up nowhere after because of my height.
I've been trying to ask around but thought it'd be nice to hear from the PPRUNE community as well.
Thanks for the time and help !
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Mate dont listen to anyone and go speak to them directly! Call up HR and ask for medical requirements yourself. That way you will be 100% sure... However I am sure that some members here would have up to date and correct information
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Problem is I can't seem to get in touch with their HR. Have asked around, still waiting for response from other CEB employees. Thanks
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Just a word of caution. If you do go to CP HR and request the information (good call btw) make sure you get it in writing and signed.
CP HR and Flight Ops are infamous for telling people one thing then completely denying it later.
CP HR and Flight Ops are infamous for telling people one thing then completely denying it later.
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Will keep this in mind, thanks ! Ha ha did you have bad experience with CP ?
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I know of several female pilots that are even shorter than that. Just go for it if it is your dream and consider other options if Cebu doesn't deliver what you are expect. Height requirement now a days that everything works with the touch of a button is a nonsense.
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That's quite a relief to know. Thank you. If only there are ways to grow taller but with my age all I can do is stretch now. 😂
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Most A320 operators have their requirement around 160, the lowest I've come across is 158cm for easyJet. The reality is you will have to ask Cebu Pacific directly as each airline has their own unique requirements. How it works in the Philippines with regards being told one thing then seeing another being done, I've never been there so don't know, take the advice of those who know how it works there and I wish you the best of luck
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Shouldn't be an issue , I've flown with some really short guys and gals and the bus who have not had any problems at all. Certain turboprops and Pistons aren't designed as well...
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An FAA license will open opportunities for you worldwide. A CAAP license is useless outside of the Philippines except for some 3rd world countries.
With the FAA license you will have to actually receive the training and actually show competence to obtain it. With the CAAP license? It depends on how many pesos you have to spend.
With the FAA license you will have to actually receive the training and actually show competence to obtain it. With the CAAP license? It depends on how many pesos you have to spend.
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Take your CAAP license to another country, especially in the west, and try to do a conversion. It's not a one for one, if they will accept it at all.
For example, in the US they will accept your CAAP Commercial or ATP........in exchange they will issue you a foreign based Private Pilot License, nothing higher. If you want commercial or ATP, then you have to test for all the steps, both written and practical test, to US standards.
Same for all western countries.
For example, in the US they will accept your CAAP Commercial or ATP........in exchange they will issue you a foreign based Private Pilot License, nothing higher. If you want commercial or ATP, then you have to test for all the steps, both written and practical test, to US standards.
Same for all western countries.
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An FAA license will open opportunities for you worldwide. A CAAP license is useless outside of the Philippines except for some 3rd world countries.
With the FAA license you will have to actually receive the training and actually show competence to obtain it. With the CAAP license? It depends on how many pesos you have to spend.
With the FAA license you will have to actually receive the training and actually show competence to obtain it. With the CAAP license? It depends on how many pesos you have to spend.
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But isn't this true for all licenses converting to FAA with the exception of Canada which has a mutual agreement . Is there any country that you can think of that does not accept the CAAP license ?
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Yes so I heard. Which is why I decided not to train in the PH if ever I decide to fix my Japan residency and well I just really want to try and apply abroad in the far future.
Have you considered Qatar Airways via STAA ?
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I know it's a big risk but I'm sure we'll end up somewhere... might just take years of hour building.