FlyGlobespan
 

Hi all,

I'm just sending some CV's out and I was just wondering if anyone can give me a contact address for Capt Shaun Simpson at FlyGlobespan? I'v only got part of the address as shown on ppjn.com
Also i cant find an address for BritishJet, Can anyone help with this one also?

Cheers

Foil

Re: FlyGlobespan
 

I used Colinton House at 10 West Mill Road, Edinburgh EH13 0NX

Good luck!

Re: FlyGlobespan
 

I think BritishJet are based in Malta have you tried google?

flyglobespan recruitment
 

Anyone know if they are recruiting at the moment? or will be again before the summer? cheers

Got an email from them recently saying they have finished for the time being :{

Sky Captain...
are you 737, 767, both or neither?
cheers


ok, sorry... just found out how to find the profiles and have answered it myself.

Fun searching through the site since it's been done up :p
Mine was a responce to an FO application, don't know about captains though,
Sure would like to fly that 767 though :ok:

S.C.

They looking for guys with unfrozen ATPLs and 75/76 ratings. Or were!
FAA only wants guys with ATPLs flying the Florida route!
Mates say the enjoy the flying with GS!

FlyGlobeSpan introduce dual basing
 

A little bird has told me that FlyGlobeSpan are about to introduce dual basing of pilots 'by the back door'.

Apparently contract pilots are being issued with 'new' contracts to sign under the cover of a compliments slip.

Inoccuous enough you might think - except ONE word has changed - Glasgow OR Edinburgh base, to Edinburgh AND Glasgow base.

A bit sneaky that - I hope no one has signed because this has been something of a hot potato with pilots there for some time.

I don't know how the airline stands with the CAA, as they weren't keen on this arrangement I understand?!

Anyone got any info?

SITW

SPANNER
This was the issue of a recent CAA FODCOM. The CAA are reluctant as I understand to get too involved so worded to the effect that "volunteers" would be dual based. A good example would be a seasonal base for Airline XX at LPL using crews from MAN most of whom live near LPL.

If my memory serves me rightly airlines have to apply to the CAA for the dual base. Clearly if its in a job offer your going to sign it, otherwise cause to complain a change to your contract ?

Just another way of saving money particularly if long flights involved :\

SpannerInTheWerks
Contract pilots are not any different to any other pilots at flyglobespan; they have minds of their own...........if they don't like what's on offer, they don't sign up to it............simple.

flyglobespan has had dual basing approval from the CAA for some time now for both flight deck and cabin crew, and yes it is perfectly true that both existing and new starts from both regimes are being asked, if their domestic situation suits, to be dual based.

They aren't being asked to do it for free and are only considered for dual basing if they live within 90 minutes of either base.

And let's be absolutely clear here, people are not being forced to do anything, they are being asked.

The dual basing idea has CAA approval, it is being succesfully utilised by UK operators now, as it has been in the past, there are financial incentives for those who are eligible, it's a win win for all involved, so what's the big deal ?

:confused:

Flyglobespan 767
 

Not seen anything advertised for them but am wondering what the requirements are for the Boeing 767?

Any ideas? Are they recruiting for the longhaul operation?

I have 4000 hours total time with 3000 hours on the 737-300 and 737-700.

Contact Wynwith, they are handling it all....but I think there are a load of 757/767 exp guys in the queue already:ok:

Contract for the summer to see how the routes go, that way you dont have to sack a load of blokes if it goes TU.

:cool:

Flyglobespan assessment
 

Howdy

I got an assessment(p1) upcoming next month with flyglobespan (LGW). Any clue on what to expect?

cheers

LE

Is it based at LGW? This must be a new base for them then.

nay. The screening takes place in LGW (GECAT).

Howdy Ice

I am on the 737(classic) and currently a skipper.

Flyglobespan LHS Assessment
 

Hi Guys,

LHS assessment at GECAT usually takes the form of either a B737 NG or -300 sim check conducted by one of the senior GECAT trainers/examiners.

The format is similar to the old Britannia initial jet assessment.

Expect basic raw data flying in compass rose or expanded VOR display modes, over a triangular route with standard departure, cruise and descent profiles focusing on ADF and VOR tracking at nominated airspeeds for climb, cruise & descent etc.etc. plus steep turns and general handling exercises

Expect an NDB hold a short notice and perhaps an engine failure in the hold usually on the inbound turn to the beacon. Thereafter procedural s/e ILS and go-around and perhaps a non precision approach as well.

Focus is on good communications, CRM, recall and QRH checklists, more importantly focusing on prioritisation, use of all resources available and the acquisition of all available data and options etc..etc..... All pretty standard stuff as they say..!!!

It's not as easy as it sounds though.. good preparation is a must...!!! best of luck..!!!:ok: :ok:

PH...any favourite SIDs airports etc...eg TF always use the luton westerly SID.

I only ask cos some people will know....I don't and would really like to join your outfit (don't want to be disadvantaged).

Hi RMC...

Frankly the database of airports and routes they use is fairly large... and in any case if I was to quote a route ... you can bet your bottom dollar that it wouldn't be the one that you get..!!!

There is plenty of time to review the route and airport(s)... and I can tell you that this is not a "trapping" exercise... you are given all the info you need.. (power settings... pitch angles etc..etc..)... and the GECAT guys are very fair in this regard...... just know your stuff... solid raw data flying, and remember daft little things like correct holding & entry procedures ....after T/O checks... descent/approach checks... in the right sequence...recall checklists... QRH checklists..etc..etc..
Aslo remeber the PNF will execute the checklists on your instruction.... the key is to know which checks to call for...and when...... Good Luck...:ok:

Flyglobespan recruitment for Liverpool
 

Flyglobespan's website is now only showing the Liverpool - Tenerife flight. If the Liverpool - Prauge has been put on hold is this going to alter the recruitment situation?

Are Globespan opening a base in Liverpool?????????


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endofeng:ok:

yeah dual based MAN/LPL

Get your cheque book out Endofeng! Or rather - DON'T

If you have TP hours then you don't need to get your cheque book out, only if you have low hours and piston time, so your not 100% correct.

As for 'DON'T' tell us more?

Touch&go

By don't, I refer to my view that we shouldn't pay for type ratings or line training. If that doesn't happen at Globespan then I stand corrected. In fact, I might be interested myself.

I think you have to pay £15,000 for your type rating if you don't have one. If someone else knows otherwise please do tell.

Good luck endofeng, I shall be in touch soon! :ok:

Howdy Jinkster, speak soon.....

I've just heard that they have a full compliment of Pilots until spring 2007.

I'll apply again then!

Good Luck to all.........

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endofeng:ok:

Well I know that they are still looking for 737 & 767 Captains as their agency (Wynnwith) called me.

They are recruiting the 737 for the GLA/EDI dual base and MAN/LPL dual base for the 767.

Not sure about the Prauge going RMC but I hope to be on the 737 at LPL early next year. In answer to your other question I think £5000 for three years is the answer.

Flyglobespan holdpool
 

Anyone in it? I've not been swimming that long but just wondered just how many of us in it? Any gossip?:confused:

I've been in it since June. Was told at the interview and subsequent email confirmation that I would have a date by the end of the following month. Still waiting. I suspect that since they are binning a few of the routes, Glasgow-Vegas, Glasgow- Barbados Etc, that they no longer need as many pilots as they first thought. This is just my opinion, and not based on anything solid.

pool
 

Jockflyer,

Were you put in the pool for the 757/767 then?

They interviewed for the 737 hold pool in November as far as i know and pos. more now, for a spring start.

The last I heard was that there are at least 8 in the pool for the 737.

Cheers
AC

737. Wrote to the on Friday, and explained that my current company have approached me for Capt, and that if they weren't able to give me an indication of a start date, then I would stay with my present company. As yet no reply, but then it was only Friday.
My mate, who was interviewed immediately before me, started last week. One of my colleagues is starting in Jan. Spoke to Sam Quigley last month, but he couldn't give any indication then.
Its little disconcerting.
The initial excitement of being offered the job has certainly passed, and is now turning to frustration.

I know what you mean, but just hang in there if you can, Sam seems a nice guy and I'm sure your next on the list!
He did say that experience was first on the list and those with the most go first!
Let me know what happens.

He also indicated to me that he would be surprised if we were in the pool later than March due to their spring expansion.

Cheers AC
:ok:

''He also indicated to me that he would be surprised if we were in the pool later than March due to their spring expansion.''

Hi Aircart, when did he indicate this? :ok:

I, and I assume most people, will be required to work 3 months notice. So if they want me to start in March, they will need to tell me soon.
Like most airlines, they will probably ask us to start at short notice, but I for one will not be ale to do this. I've already asked if I could leave early when they were looking for people to start in Jan.
It would make Xmas nice if you got a call in the next couple of weeks.
However, I have heard that some people are being asked to pay for there own accomodation at Gatwick while doing the TR. Seems you need to cut your own deal though, as thats not across the board.
These are not things that endear me to them.

Jockflyer,
Well what can I say, thats the deal and you have to make your choice if you want to work for them. Globespan seem to like flexability and that might mean short notice! Very typical of a low cost airline.
I am fortunate to be able to leave with no notice but I can sympathise with your situation.

Sawotanao,
I was told that at the Interview. ps. check your mail. Cheers AC