British Airways DEP Selection - THE lowdown Part 1
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From: UK
Could someone give me their thoughts on the quality of life for a new joiner intending to commute (UK based) on a LH roster? I've read most of the thread (some great info incidentally) and note there's plenty of info on SH patterns and commuting but wondered how this compared to LH. I understand why you would stay junior in the bidding system for a long time on LH with fleet crossovers of guys more senior to you, but would a junior guy sucking up blindlines on LH have a better life? The context being less single nights in Jury's Inn and less commuting (by air) up and down the country per month. Any thoughts gratefully received, any examples of a typical month on LH would be great too.
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From: The Winchester
Juan 
After twenty years you can still stuff it up and get wiped
SinBin
I don't think any other then a select few ever understand it "all" and I'm certainly not one of them. FWIW Bidline Rules in paper form are the size of a small novel. Fortunately there's some fancy bidding software available that'll take care of some of the basics, and most of us are vaguely expert on those bits of the rules that effect us most, given where we sit in the bidding pecking order.
New starts will almost inevitably be rostered ( aka Blindlines) anyway, so theres' plenty of time to see the system at work before bidding in anger.
After twenty years you can still stuff it up and get wiped
SinBin
how long does it take to understand all this?
New starts will almost inevitably be rostered ( aka Blindlines) anyway, so theres' plenty of time to see the system at work before bidding in anger.
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From: UK
This may or may not be news but the latest recruitment plans are for 140 pilots this year and 140+ pilots into the next financial year. There are plans for ongoing recruitment for the next 5 years. This is the current plan and will be subject to change and amendment in accordance with the prevailing economic conditions. It does show that BA have a commitment to expansion and that means more opportunities at all levels of the market for pilots, both experienced and newbies.
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Guys I can understand these sort of questions when thinking of a company move. I had the same questions running through my mind prior to joining also. The bidding sytem at LHR is complex but the basics are easily grasped. For all, concentrate on A) getting in first B)Once in concentrate on getting through TR and then released online. There is plenty of time to sort out the other stuff. BA look after you for the first 3 months or something post line training so there is no need to get hung up on trivial stuff.
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Guys I can understand these sort of questions when thinking of a company move. I had the same questions running through my mind prior to joining also. The bidding sytem at LHR is complex but the basics are easily grasped. For all, concentrate on A) getting in first B)Once in concentrate on getting through TR and then released online. There is plenty of time to sort out the other stuff. BA look after you for the first 3 months or something post line training so there is no need to get hung up on trivial stuff.
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From: commuter
WoW that must be the current record...
out of curiosity, do you guys have any idea of the pass rate of the sim opposed to day1 pass rate? i met many second timers that did not pass day1 at first attempt, have no idea about Sim part.
I read many positives, not many negatives...
out of curiosity, do you guys have any idea of the pass rate of the sim opposed to day1 pass rate? i met many second timers that did not pass day1 at first attempt, have no idea about Sim part.
I read many positives, not many negatives...
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From: UK
Thanks guys,
On day 9 of waiting, I did indeed get the good news!
Having read other people's replies and done some maths, it does seem like a lot of results come out on Fridays!
Anyone else get their place in the pool? Is there a priority order in the hold-pool, ie date of Sim, sim score, or does getting a course date simply depend on which type you're rated on, etc.
Cheers,
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On day 9 of waiting, I did indeed get the good news!
Having read other people's replies and done some maths, it does seem like a lot of results come out on Fridays!
Anyone else get their place in the pool? Is there a priority order in the hold-pool, ie date of Sim, sim score, or does getting a course date simply depend on which type you're rated on, etc.
Cheers,
Shortcut
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From: UK
So applications have been open for several weeks now unlike last time when they shut within a week. The military path has been reopened and there is talk of 150 pilots required every year for the next few years. 747 applicants are being fast tracked through the system because they are so short on the fleet. Surely it is a matter of time before non-rated recruitment starts again? Any updates from recent Q&A sessions?
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From: MC80 Home One type Star Cruiser
Due to very strong competition for this vacancy, we regret to advise you that after careful consideration, our decision is not to take your application further on this occasion.
2500h TT
2300h A320 FO
Frozen ATPL
Rating A320
150 pilots a year? I do hope so. Better luck next year.
2500h TT
2300h A320 FO
Frozen ATPL
Rating A320
150 pilots a year? I do hope so. Better luck next year.
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From: London
2000 hours on A320, currently 700 on type not asked for. Do you think they may change application parameters regarding A320 in last 12 months. Just sitting outside of requirements as they stand and bloody annoying.
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From: MC80 Home One type Star Cruiser
Because the company I work for is not so eager to give an ATPL to their hard working First Officers.
Management is afraid we will leave once we have our ATPL. And I guess they are right since a lot of First Officers are looking for a better job. But unfortunately, no ATPL limits the options.
Management is afraid we will leave once we have our ATPL. And I guess they are right since a lot of First Officers are looking for a better job. But unfortunately, no ATPL limits the options.