BA Direct Entry Pilot.
Last time the test was without a calculator.
Just a quick one on the verbal test, a test I'm horrible at. Is it still done using SHL booklets? I'm hoping using SHL online tests are a good way of practicing.
I presume its better to answer yes or no rather then unable to tell, if the statement is clearly logically implied or inferred..
Just a quick one on the verbal test, a test I'm horrible at. Is it still done using SHL booklets? I'm hoping using SHL online tests are a good way of practicing.
I presume its better to answer yes or no rather then unable to tell, if the statement is clearly logically implied or inferred..
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These guys are quite good for practice tests for the verbal reasoning:
Verbal Reasoning, Free Online Practice Tests
No calculators allowed. You need to be fast. I think I did about 20 or so. I completed all the verbal reasoning tests though!
Verbal Reasoning, Free Online Practice Tests
No calculators allowed. You need to be fast. I think I did about 20 or so. I completed all the verbal reasoning tests though!
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Re Are there significant numbers commuting at BA?
It seems that just about ALL our BALPA reps live in USA or Canada - I couldn't possibly comment on the accuracy of the rumour that they mostly commute for free thanks to amazing "luck" with adjacent BALPA duties...
Also couldn't comment on why, since the Open Skies fiasco, they have given everything BA have asked for without even bothering to check with the membership first - something rotten in the State of Denmark...
Also couldn't comment on why, since the Open Skies fiasco, they have given everything BA have asked for without even bothering to check with the membership first - something rotten in the State of Denmark...
It seems that just about ALL our BALPA reps live in USA or Canada
since the Open Skies fiasco, they have given everything BA have asked for without even bothering to check with the membership first
From memory post Open Skies the entire BA BALPA constituency has been balloted on at least two things: Flying Pay and issues surrounding the BMI merger. I have absolutely no doubt many didn't like the result of either of those - but nevertheless there were ballots....
P.S. In case you are wondering I am not, and never have been a Rep..
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Latestpilotjobs.com is a decent place to practice flight director stuff. There is no parking at waterside. We parked in short stay at T5 and got the bus (1 stop). It cost about £20 for 6 hours.
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Invite to assessments
Hi, has anyone else been online and booked a date yet from the ones being offered initially?
Also if anyone has been to assessment day one recently wouldn't mind sharing their experience?? I've read 234's feedback which is helpful.
Is mental arithmetic still part of the numerical reasoning or just the standard SHL format (data from graphs and tables based). SHL ones allow a calculator is this still the case with BA or I'll need some serious prep work before I book a date...
Thanks
Also if anyone has been to assessment day one recently wouldn't mind sharing their experience?? I've read 234's feedback which is helpful.
Is mental arithmetic still part of the numerical reasoning or just the standard SHL format (data from graphs and tables based). SHL ones allow a calculator is this still the case with BA or I'll need some serious prep work before I book a date...
Thanks
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Would anyone be kind enough to explain the staff travel perks for new entrants?
Also, how much on average can you expect to receive in Elapsed hourly rate per month and at what rate is this taxed (and FPA)?
Also, how much on average can you expect to receive in Elapsed hourly rate per month and at what rate is this taxed (and FPA)?
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FPA depends on your fleet 320 fleet is £590 give or take a few quid. Taxed at your nominal tax rate. Duty pay is £3.19 per hour from check in until you clear on return to LHR. This is taxed at 20%. Depending on your work line you would be between about £600 and 1000 a month if trip heavy.
Staff travel: bit hazy here I am afraid but pilots get a management bookable ticket each year for themselves and nominated travel partners. FO's club world and skippers in first. It is still subject to availability and various rules. It all is done on seniority so if your waiting to get home you can get bumped off by senior cabin crew etc. Personally I think it's a pain in the ass and don't risk using it right now. You also get standby tickets unlimited and a number of hotline tickets.
If you join us on SH the last thing you will be interested in is spending more time in an aeroplane. Anyhow I digress.....all is moderately above average and great at the top
Staff travel: bit hazy here I am afraid but pilots get a management bookable ticket each year for themselves and nominated travel partners. FO's club world and skippers in first. It is still subject to availability and various rules. It all is done on seniority so if your waiting to get home you can get bumped off by senior cabin crew etc. Personally I think it's a pain in the ass and don't risk using it right now. You also get standby tickets unlimited and a number of hotline tickets.
If you join us on SH the last thing you will be interested in is spending more time in an aeroplane. Anyhow I digress.....all is moderately above average and great at the top
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Captains and SFO's get 'F' priority if not travelling with dependents under 12 years. 1 in the first 4 years (after 6 months) and 2 after that.
Onload priority on 'bookable' concessions is quite high, standard ID90's are even onload priority with all other departments with date of joining deciding who gets on first. Bookable does not mean you are guaranteed a seat/flight, you can always be bumped for commercial passengers.
Personally I use ST quite a bit and have found the staff and my colleagues on the aircraft to be most helpful.
Onload priority on 'bookable' concessions is quite high, standard ID90's are even onload priority with all other departments with date of joining deciding who gets on first. Bookable does not mean you are guaranteed a seat/flight, you can always be bumped for commercial passengers.
Personally I use ST quite a bit and have found the staff and my colleagues on the aircraft to be most helpful.
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Once you trigger the second bunch of 'management tickets' after 4 or 5 years one set are F class but with a reduced onload priority.
Ie you'll be in first if you get on but you stand less chance of getting on.
Ie you'll be in first if you get on but you stand less chance of getting on.