Thank You very much Fratemate.

Just curious, what countries make up the majority/top groups of commuting pilots at AJX? Any pilots from the sub continent?

We do have one that I believe is originally from the sub-continent, but he now lives and commutes to Kuala Lumpur. Frate or Dom can correct me if I'm wrong on that one, though.

I would guess most are Aussie. But there are a large number of Americans and Europeans.

Hi ymdema,

There are ways to get a visa for your wife and or your family if you really want to stay and live full time in Japan, a few guys have done it over the years. The company (AJX) will not assist in anyway though, and you will have to sort that out by yourself. There are a couple of lawyers in Narita that are very good with setting this up and speak very good English that can help. Different options involve setting up Japanese companies (surprisingly easy to do) or student visas for your kids (requiring Adult supervisor visas) etc......International schooling can be expensive here though, so think long and hard about it if you have a number of children. Commuting to Italy is always another option.

Cheers.

Are there any guys who commute from Vancouver? If so, how do you find the commute and quality of life?
My Mrs is from B.C. and anxious to get back there...
I'm already typed with plenty of Boeing experience / considering the Vancouver screening coming up. Any insight appreciated :ok:

lowspeedaluminium,

I know that one of our Australian pilots commutes to Vancouver due to his other half being there. He told me the flights are normally quite full so ZED travel is not always an option but, as he has the C Class capability, he has no problems getting home. He's one of the lucky ones who have a direct flight from NRT :)

The Random Damage Continues
 

FYI.

Just a few days ago, another DEC trainee had his training stopped, and then got fired. This is the second case in a very short time where they discontinue the Line training right before the Final JCAB check, cancel the JCAB check, and fire the trainee. The last two guys were already JCAB rated, with more than 15 years experience flying as Captain in Japan ranging from DC10, B747, B744, B737, B767. They both were great and polite Mates, Switched on, knew their environment well, studied hard, and performed well. One can question the action of the AJX management pilots.
I can guarantee that these Blokes performed well above the required standard.
Seems like AJX management just want to show the JCAB how severe they can be, and put on the standard theatrical “Kabuki” play. Failing people when they are performing to/and above standards is wrong. It’s really pathetic, and what a complete waste of resources ( so what’s new). It is of course AJX’s Loss.

This place has been getting worse over time, and this is not a happy place to work. It is just a Job and a Very Low cost operation.
Countless Captain and First Officer Careers and Families have been ruined here.
AJX has reached the Korean Airlines level, and they have the same practices.
In fact it is borderline Skymark Airlines behavior. Lately we have had Captains leaving for Ethiad and other Airlines. AJX has become a springboard for better opportunities.
If you are considering working here you should take this into account, and as I have mentioned before, the Terms & Conditions looks good on paper but it is just a facade. Unless you need a job, then think carefully before you quit your day job.

Cheers, and Happy Holidays.

ARMANI san (showing respect, the san bit)

I take offence when you say the recent DEC termination is "borderline Skymark Airlines behaviour."

It is EXACTLY in line with Skymark Airlines behaviour, whether because of the recruiting OR the training the OTHER part of JALmark (apologies, SKYmark) will be blamed: adequate recruiting Vs inadequate training OR inadequate recruiting Vs untrainable trainees.

Whilst the children squabble the entity is destroyed. So sad, so sad! :{

Maybe you're just catching up with some "ethnic cleansing" as Jet* Japan has done so effectively, 12-18 months ago 20 gaijin Captains today (happy to be corrected) one or two.
Pilots sacked by JAL...who want J*starJapan ....who NEED J*starJapan to be as inefficiect and backward as JAL....from where they were dismissed because the whole organisation was....inefficient and backward.

So backward to the future - hey, they could probably make a movie about that!!

All "independant" airlines in Japan have suffered from the JAL bankrupcy, SKY more than most because they picked up more of their "mates".

More could be said regards the changes in SKY regards safety and efficiency with the "JAL invasion"....but that is another question.

Once again - maybe the start of "ethnic cleansing" within AirJapan??

Cheers
galdian :ok:

We only have like what 25 Japanese pilots out of almost 250 total pilots. Wow, that's quite a bit of "ethnic cleansing" to go through ! Hahahaha, some of the stuff that gets posted on here is truly amazing at times. Hey, good entertainment though ! :D

Armani, I'm not gonna start a pissing match with you, but if you're gonna post something at least make it a bit more credible. We only had one captain go to Abu Dhabi and one or two joining from there recently, not to mention a bunch of Emirates guys. Korean, well I can tell right now you obviously never worked there, so just lay that one to rest please.
Finally, I actually know one of the sacked DECs that you keep on advertising. Well, let's just say he was "hanging by a thread" at his former 2 Japanese airlines before AJX. Whatever happened to him, the general consensus even among the majority of expats (obviously not you) is that he was definitely not the right fit for this company.
Anyway, I'm not defending anyone or anything, but just correcting the facts. If you disagree let's meet at the Barge for a few cold ones and work on our rumor control !

Galdian San: I agree with you, and no I am not just now beginning to understand or catch up with the Ethnic Cleansing going on here in Japan Mate.

Atlanticjet San: What needs to be more credible? I simply stated " Captains leaving for Ethiad and other airlines" these are facts Mate.
About KAL, one doesn't have to work there to understand what goes on, and sadly we have the same practices right here at AJX firing people without an honest reason. This isn't something new, but hopefully people take this into consideration so they understand what could happen to them by coming here. We are used to the training environment here in Japan, but someone that has never been exposed to it will be in for a surprise. I am just referring to recent events.

BTW, none of the two DEC's was ever in trouble or holding on by a thread at their previous airlines Mate.

Cheers.

Atlanticjet - I'm raising the BS flag on this one. I happen to know both mates that were recently sacked very well and they were MOST DEFINITELY NOT hanging by a thread at their previous carriers prior to joining that dysfunctional group that you so vehemently defend. Both have been captains in Japan for well over 10 years as Captain on several different type's. I'm betting this is your first stint in Japan and you think you know, but you really don't. Also, the 25 or so Japanese at AJX compared to the 250 foreigners - Seriously? You and your company belong under the ANA group where the Japanese are 2000+ pilots strong compared to the 250 foreign devil's there. You are nothing but a cheap contract pilot whore to them and they will never accept you as one of them. The second that ANA starts having financial troubles, you will be the first to go. Guaranteed. Just ask all the JALways pilot's what happened to them, including the one that recently got terminated and was there for 16+ years. Review your facts and lay off the Kool-Aid.

And this is coming from a fella that obviously works for AJX !?!?

Armani, blink

Log onto the CIS and check again......he hasn't been sacked(not yet anyway) he has been assigned more training. On the CIS it looks like Dec, Jan and maybe Feb.

I heard him in the locker room telling one of his mates that he has been assigned 2 more months training.

I do realise some people take that as having failed (being sacked) but over the years some people have got through the extra training some people haven't.

The one captain we had that went to Etihad did not leave AJX because he hated working here. He left because he did want to commute anymore and hoped that at Etihad he would be able to spend more time with his family.

The recent DEC was not signed off for his JCAB ride and has been assigned more training. I do not know the guy but have heard rumors that maybe his attitude was not the greatest. As has been mentioned previously your attitude plays a big part in training. You just have to be humble, bite your tongue, and accept the criticism during training. Everyone who comes here has experience but during training you are treated like a cadet and for some people that is hard to accept.

For guys considering coming to AJX there are a lot of us here who still enjoy the job and the flexibility it offers. I am sure there are people who are miserable here just like at every airline but most of the guys I have flown with are happy to be here. It is not all doom and gloom like certain people make it out to be.

Agents to use
 

I have just started reading this thread from page one. I am now on 15. I am going to read everything. i am not being lazy but Because I want to get an application in Asap before it closes and I havent reached where I can find an answer to this . Please someone kindly help me , Ive seen Parc,longreach and rishworth are all advertising for air japan F/O position. Does one apply to all the agencies advertising and see which one can get you an interview? or do you just choose only one agency apply through them,and hope you get called.

thanks.

It is normal to apply through one agency but some people have applied through two and taken the one that offers the first chance at the assessment. Once you agree to attend the selection process then you'll be stuck with that agency.

The principal agencies for this job are CREW and PARC, with Longreach mainly being used by the Qantas pilots on leave without pay. I believe Rishworth simply collect names and then hand them over to CREW and most people start sucking their teeth when Rishworth are mentioned and wouldn't touch them with a bargepole. My preference would be CREW, then PARC.

air japan
 

Thank you fratemate

Hi,

I'm in touch with Parc at the moment as I am interested in applying for an FO position.

I've been told that the command type rating is no longer a requirement and that P2 restricted type ratings will now be accepted.

They also said that the 100 hour PIC cross country requirement can be fulfilled with PICUS time.

Has anybody working for AJX or anybody currently going through the application process heard of this change in the requirements?

Thanks

Tiny Tango....!

If the information you were given is correct (not suggesting it isn't, just haven't heard it before) this is a complete reversal of their long standing policy:confused: