people like different things ….

And it appears he disliked the 7 other months of the year NOT doing nearly 100 hours...

Funny you should say that - he did say he disliked it - bored watching the rain, but still on standbys which they still filled the roster up with. Depends on your circumstances, hobbies and ability to go on term time winter holidays I guess - ok for me.

I can only speak for myself, but as someone who spent 15yrs in the desert.
If he didn't like flying deep nights or 100hrs a month, then respectfully why did he go to EK?

Having gone the other way, summer was similar to the desert. But winter has been an absolute dream.

Ha, ha - dunno. My thoughts too! Ask him - They're somewhere way up this thread - I'm pretty sure he went to EK as FO. For the layovers after said deep night flight I guess. It's what I did until recently, and I wouldn't recommend it (or any back of the clock stuff) if you want a long healthy retirement.

slight topic drift - how long is the average wait time to hear from J2 (success or not) after completing all interviews and assessments?

Usually quite quickly (within a couple of days) to tell you you’ve passed selection and will be placed in a hold pool, which does not constitute a job offer. Depending on training plans/resource, a further call could be expected within a few days with an actual offer. The delay can sometimes be down to your choice of base, as they work hard to try and get you your requested base, if not your second or third choice at point of offer. All the best!

I heard on the rumour mill that jet2 are struggling to recruit Airbus pilots , does anyone know if they are going to do more pay increases or adjust terms and conditions? In big airlines, they have offered two weekends off per month which is pretty good , although I’m still looking to move

By 'big airlines' who are you referring to?

Big Airlines. Although the statement is slightly inaccurate. It's 2 guaranteed weekend days, not whole weekends and not necessarily together. And only if that obligation hasn't already been covered by leave, golden days, reserve fixed days off etc...

Yes sorry, I just couldn’t be bothered to type all the intricacies

Another NTR FO swimming in the hold pool here. Anyone know if they actually run many TR courses in summer? I have a 3 month notice period so at the moment wondering if I can expect to at least wait until September/October.

May have mis-read elsewhere but thought you were one of the few that had already made the big leap away from BA? And I thought the 2 weekend days was just for short haulers?

Jet2 are now year round recruitment to smooth out the training burden.
Winter is still where most training occurs though.

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I can’t see why they’d struggle , I’d imagine lots of Wizz uk would be more than happy to go

Wizzair are trying to retain existing uk pilots by paying more than competitors- some skippers there over £200k (but they’re doing 900hrs for it). They’re also doing fixed pattern rosters now, which is one fairly large reason why jet2 will struggle to get airbus pilots.

Those of us working backsides off in the summer appreciate a block of 4 days off, particularly with family. Jet2’s working all summer random roster puts most off. That’s just the general vibe I get around the network, not just me! 5/2 or 6/3 in the summer, regardless of odd rest days in an amongst that, just doesn’t sit well, particularly if you’ve got kids.

Depends on circumstances but give me a random roster any day (I've done both). A block of 5 on, renders me useless for the first 2 days off (ends up being recovery time). I think it's a psychological con trick.

I wonder if buying the Wizz UK AOC would be a possibility, and a good move for Jet2? Much sought after LGW (slots) & LTN bases to further challenge TUI, plus an instant ‘delivery’ of 18 Airbus aircraft.

Don’t see why they would . Do they want to move into Gatwick and Luton - Luton would dilute their business at both bhx and stn ?
And is their any rush to get the aircraft ?

Depends how motivated by money you are .
Isnt the wizzair block off a bit of a fantasy ? The first day you can work to 2 am or something ? Thats a rest day ( what’s left of it after you wake up ..) not a day off .

Well, LGW base is a strong rumour for the next 2-3 years. Slot availability is an issue, as we’d need critical mass to make it viable. We already have a 737 Winter flying program there Oct-Mar.

As for the Airbus, there’s a delay in deliveries, meaning current airframes are training aircraft with line Pilots just keeping current.

I’m trying to create positive vibes for this idea to the universe/management, for personal reasons. :ok:

I thought they were meant to be buying BA Euroflyer? Or was it easyJet? Maybe there will be another secret meeting in Leeds about buying Wizzair.

When are the A330Neos due again?

Are you getting confused between rumours, which you have read or heard somewhere, and facts, which you are not privy to?

I often wonder why you spend so much time commenting about an airline you were rejected from, it's a bit sad. Move on, maybe get a hobby.

There’s been rumours they are coming to Gatwick about since the time they flew F27s full of tomatoes ..

Well I’m just keeping the dream alive.

Given the Winter ops we already have there, it’s not a huge leap. Plenty of FD live around the area so wouldn’t be an issue to crew.

I am pretty sure if that was happening, the resident Jet2 Jobsworth would make sure you know about it.

Because you keep nibbling.

Gatwick has hundreds of spare slots in the Winter and no spare (peak) slots in the Summer. So it’s a huge leap.

If LGW is the dream, just go to BA Euroflyer.

Ha ha, was on the cards at one point… but too much hard work for too little reward, no thanks. Horses for courses.

OK, if you crave attention and validation that much why don't you send me a PM?

Leave this thread to those who want to use it for their own good.

Three of the rumours you mention are just silly speculations by internet users. One of the rumours actually has very serious substance to it based on cost savings, future fleet renewal and flexibility of crew at the largest base. Watch this space.

Actually, by dispelling most of the nonsense that your lot spew out on this forum, I’m contributing significant balance to the thread for those considering making big and often irreversible career moves.

For example, I hope 737 jockey didn’t join Jet2 on the back of “strong rumours” of a LGW base spouted around on here - or worse, false promises from management.

The fact that you bite every time is just a little bonus.

Don’t worry about me Boss, I joined with eyes wide open. I got my first base preference and LGW would just be a bonus due to being a bit closer to home and avoid the dreaded Dartford crossing, I suspect there are quite a number of others who feel the same.

Jet 2 is great. Company, people, conditions and frankly, workload, albeit with busy Summers! I have very little to complain about, and would recommend it for anyone who enjoys short haul and being in your own bed each night, and not flying 700/800/900 hours a year. That’s just my experience and thoughts so far, as always, it’s horses for courses.

So you're a crusader! Selflessly trawling the Jet2 threads in the quest for truth and justice for all?:D You're not just a sad, disaffected Jet2 reject endlessly trolling the Jet2 threads because you weren't good enough to be employed by an airline you hold in such contempt.

You do realise what the 'R' in PPRuNe stands for...don't you?

The same could be said of you on other non Jet2 threads where all you offer nothing of any value

You don’t seem to like the taste of the medicine that you so often dish out yourself.

Grow up for goodness sake.

On the contrary I offer my opinion or fact. I do not actively deny or refute actual facts about anything I have no knowledge of. Unlike certain posters who have been rejected by Jet2 who have gone all...sulky.

Hello All,

Has anyone heard back from Jet2 A320 assessments in Feb 24? If yes, how long after the assessment did you hear back?

Thanks and good luck!

Worked for Jet2 for 6 years. Great airline and a fantastic way to conclude my flying career. No agenda, no points scoring over other airlines which I know have their pros and cons. Very down to earth company in line with the oop North roots. Just my opinion of course.

Chesty has been contributing to Jet 2 on this forum for years and always on point imho.

Anyone had any update or offers come through since passing assessments lately ? I've had an email asking for base confirmation and notice period but think it is pretty generic. From what I hear, they are pretty maxed out on the training front :) Good times for the industry as a whole just now!