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  • Read Page 1 ... and some ATPL questions, some questions about HK runway vectors, flight time to Taipei. 47 questions of general aviation and HK knowledge really. Personality assessment: It is what it is. Cant really prepare for it there was maybe 100 questions. That wrapped up the first day. Got an email about the 2nd day about 5pm. Had to book and pay for english language test. Second day started with a benefits breifing, talking about the package and places to live, how to get around, general HK living, training program if successful. Found this actually quite valuable. Medical: Did a full class one HKCAD medical, all the extras, ECG, blood tests, drug tests, chest xray etc etc. Standard initial issue. HR & Technical interview: Normal kind of interview questions were asked, (view the study guide of this website).                    Had a mental maths calculation about rest periods on a flight, first break at a certain time everyone needs to be back by a certain time, equal breaks, what time was each changeover.   Also covered couple questions I got wrong...

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    Jul 04, 2024
    The sim was a A330 but other have used the 777. It is exactly as the profit that they send you. Follow it. You need to pass the sim for the hr interview. The HR it is exactly the same as the study guide. You need to remember the engine that they used for their A/C. The interview is very specific to your background. Remember CX history and goals/ plans. Medical is ok but you need to do the X ray in the airport. They like you to be very prepared and organized with the...

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    Jun 25, 2024
    Sim day one for DEFO, as per the profile they send, aircraft requires a lot of trim, the instructor is passive, no Heading Bug, Alt or callouts- Nil- nothing, nothing at all like a real multi crew flight. Engine failure on downwind after missed approach, instructor will attempt to close incorrect fuel lever, watch them. Also, really consider if Hong Kong is something you want, not for all. Me included. Good experience for bigger and better things...

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    Jun 24, 2024
    I applied for DESO , attend the meeting on MS teams. I was a 30 min interview where i was asked questions, (view the study guide of this website).   What aircraft are you expecting . I was told I will be hearing...

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    Jun 18, 2024
    Interview was done via Microsoft Teams and conducted by 1 person.  Position applied for is for DESO and application was submitted via online when the SO position was opened to foreigners. The study guide was spot on, it totally helped in calming my nerves by giving me a peace of mind of what questions interviewers are going to ask. Interview started as usual by introducing yourself, which is a very good ice breaker and become more comfortable with each other. Here I did not lay down...

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    Jun 11, 2024
    Interviewee will be provided the link to PHAK after submission of their application. Better start your revision soonest. After the ICAO english test, aptitude test and HR interview (if you pass), you will be called to attend the final interview (sometimes it will be scheduled the week right after your HR interview). For final interview, it really depends on your interviewer's style and they do not only limit their questions on the chapters they asked you to revise. They can go for any...

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    May 13, 2024
    I was asked several HR type questions, (view the study guide of this website).  Tell me something about Hongkong if you have visited.  Any questions from the candidate in the end.   Result expected in 2 weeks...

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    Apr 30, 2024
    1. Simulator is as briefed. Extremely straightforward. Medical is full. Everything is checked. Eyes, ears, drug usage(hair is collected), x-ray, blood and urine. Very comprehensive. By the time you're done you will definitely know if you're healthy or not. 2. If you don't have it you will have to do an ICAO English exam. Approximately one hour long. Here your Aviation terms come into play. Must be able to describe scenarios given properly. It is quite simple for a native English speaker but...

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    Apr 25, 2024
    HR Lady and a guy from flight ops. Standard HR + tech video interview lasted about an hour. Was asked about company fleet and whether I’d be ok to fly narrow body. Tech side bunch of ATPL question like climb segment, hydroplaning. Also questions about your own type, wind shear system, reduced/derate take off etc. Study guide was pretty...

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    Apr 15, 2024
    I applied for DFO. The HR lady responded to my application within 2 days. Had to fill up a 607 form for the breakdown of my hours. They replied after 9 days to schedule my initial interview. The interview was via teams and it was conducted by 1 hr person. The questions that was asked was very basic.  The rest of the time the interviewer set the expectations moving forward such as the sim, panel interview, and English prof. The entire interview took about 40min. No curve balls what...

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    Apr 10, 2024
    Applied for Direct Entry FO The assessment was very straight forward, 2 days in Hong Kong. Staying at the Hotel at Cathay City which is very convenient as the interview takes place just next building. DAY 1. Welcome brief. Meeting fellow candidates at the recruitment Centre, followed by a welcome brief by a representative from the talent acquisition team. Sim assessment. A briefing will be conducted by the sim assessors (same as the sim guide provide on the email a week prior) Then the...

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