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Quote: Originally Posted by flystoofast once you are on a contract in china it's pretty much impossible to change to another airline / contract company, even if you finish a contract when it's time for renewal they won't let you transfer your records which is why it's important to do some research before you are locked in for that country. True statement. Work visas reflect the company/airline you are contracted to work...

Now if only our hedge fund company would do this, our CEO would be as nervous as a long-tailed cat in a room full of rockin' chairs. Japan Airlines wipes out wages for December

Is anyone familiar with the requirements to fly for a Canadian carrier? Mainly looking to see if they accept FAA ATP's and medicals or if there is a conversion requirement.

There is a way to convert your ATP to an ATPL, look at Welcome Page | Page d'accueil , should give you info. The short version is that you need to pass the writtens (there's two) and they are not easy, like down here in the US. There is no flight test for an ATPL, so the writtens cover for an oral. You'll need a canadian medical and need to keep your FAA current, because that will be the basis for your conversion. The biggest...

I got my Canadian ATPL in April. I had to get a medical, take a written test (basically a differences test/ instrument knowledge) and show them many documents proving I passed my PC and type ride(that covers the practical). If you have numerous types they will charge you $30 each to have them included on your certificate. MOT will not accept a US medical, you must have one yes, but you will need to go to a Canadian DR. for a Canadian 1st...

Look into Pegasus Flight Academy.. They are 'selling' type ratings with 500 hours on the right seat.. You have to pass their initial assessment though..

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MADRID (AP) -- Iberia and British Airways have approved an agreement establishing the basis for a merger, the Spanish carrier said late Thursday. Iberia called it a "binding agreement" aimed at creating one of the world's largest airline groups, with a fleet of 419 aircraft flying to 205 destinations. The company would take the form of new holding company that owns the two current carriers. Iberia would own 45 percent of...

Heard that they are having problems figuring out bases?? Looks like a mess to me ...

Quote: Originally Posted by Fastmover Greetings, and this is my first post here. I am currently interested in applying for Cathay's cadet pilot program which has recently been opened up to all nationalities. However, when I was going through the online application several questions arose: 1) When asked if you are affiliated or a member of any aviation-related organization (I'm thinking AOPA, Angel Flight, CAP or some-such), does it...