BA Direct Entry Pilot.

[polepilot]

Originally Posted by average-punter

A very valid question as he's probably suffered the misery of car park x in a previous airline

Indeed I have!

[reeko]

Originally Posted by RexBanner

Rumour has it there has been a massive miscalculation of pilot manpower levels (possibly one of the issues in part that caused the departure of the DFO) and hence it wouldn’t surprise me to see a new campaign open up, depends whether network will have just had to adjust their plans though.

Wonder how many of those left in the paddling pool will still accept if offered. Surely that will make an impact on that too?

[cycles gladiator]

Hi guys.

An assessment for DEC coming up at Waterside. Is parking there an issue? Many thanks.

[RHINO]

Which fleet have you a 'DEC' interview for?

[cycles gladiator]

Originally Posted by RHINO

Which fleet have you a 'DEC' interview for?

Sorry RHINO. It was meant to be DEP. Airbus320 based at LGW.

Parking at Waterside?

[rustynut]

There is no parking at Waterside unless you work there and even so that is extremely limited. Unfortunately there is basically no parking near Waterside apart from a carpark on a road nearby(tarmac way) but it becomes completely congested in the morning, its not actually anything to do with BA but first comes first served(nature reserve parking?). I wouldn't rely on parking here.

The best bet is to basically park at short term airport parking and get a bus, or get a lift..

Others might have better ideas but its not ideal, Waterside is very close to the airport itself, so as you can imagine, parking is very limited and at a premium!

[patm92]

Anyone been through the Day 1 Assessment recently, looking for some information about it all? Apparently the style of testing has changed from what BA did a while ago?

[cycles gladiator]

Thanks Rusty.

[Capt Ecureuil]

There IS parking at Swampside.

Either turn right at the roundabout and through the barrier with the code security give you to the visitors carpark, or turn left and parking up by the Community (or whatever they call it) portacabin.

Do they really not give you any information about parking when they invite for an interview?

[PPRuNeUser442803]

Originally Posted by cycles gladiator

Parking at Waterside?

When I went through there was some pretty explicit information available on the recruitment portal about not parking at Waterside, but at T5 and taking the staff bus... maybe have a read through that again.

[cycles gladiator]

Originally Posted by FoxChaRomeo

When I went through there was some pretty explicit information available on the recruitment portal about not parking at Waterside, but at T5 and taking the staff bus... maybe have a read through that again.

Train then bus is the general info.

[wiggy]

Re: travelling for interview, etc..yes, there is parking at Waterside but given even existing staff temporarily visiting Waterside (e.g. for a medical) find parking there somewhat problematic due to lack of space I’d second the advice given to use public transport and/or one the frequent shuttle buses....especially if you are up against the clock...

If you really really have to drive into LHR then consider using one of the perimeter car parks and then either their own shuttle buses, or one of the TfL buses (hopefully within the free zone) to travel onwards..FWIW the weekday BA1 shuttle bus that goes via T5 and Waterside actually picks up/drops off up at Hatton Cross at one end of it’s route, and Harlington Corner at the other....just don’t forget your letter...

[cycles gladiator]

Seems like that is the thing to do. Thanks. May get a lift if I’m lucky.

[ifonlyiknew]

Has anyone recently undertaken day one assessment. If so can I ask if is the same tests as before or have they changed it slightly since 2015?

Any feedback much appreciated.

[Serenity]

Any updates or info from those who have been through this weeks process please ???

[cycles gladiator]

Unfortunately got caught up in the tail back on M25 caused by a 4 vehicle crash. I hope all those involved are okay. I will live another day. Let’s hope BA see it the same way.
Waiting to see.

[3Greens]

unfortunate, but frankly, forseeable. Why didn’t you book a local hotel? Schoolboy error.

[student88]

unfortunate, but frankly, forseeable. Why didn’t you book a local hotel? Schoolboy error.

Ignore him ^

Sorry to hear about your M25 experience! I would have found it extremely stressful! Good news is the people in pilot recruitment are actually very understanding and decent people so I'm sure they won't hold it against you.

Fingers crossed you'll get another assessment day booked and you'll be joining us soon after

[cycles gladiator]

Originally Posted by student88

Ignore him ^

Sorry to hear about your M25 experience! I would have found it extremely stressful! Good news is the people in pilot recruitment are actually very understanding and decent people so I'm sure they won't hold it against you.

Fingers crossed you'll get another assessment day booked and you'll be joining us soon after

Thanks. Waiting. Keeping calm.

[bex88]

Cycles gladiator: I would not worry about BA this happens everyday with pilots, cabin crew, managers etc. Most times I call to say I am in traffic they can tell me what the cause is and what the delays are likely to be. I would be very proactive in getting back into the recruitment system and if you have numbers pick up the phone and speak to someone then follow it up with an email etc. The last thing you want to do is fall into a dark hole within the computer booking system. Anyone coming down the M4 today at about 7am got stuffed too.