The Air Canada OTS thread
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Has anyone heard back after doing their video interview? PFO or in person interview? If so, what was the turn around time?
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1.5 years for the video interview but likely much faster now.
I applied in the first AC window in 2016.
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I applied in the first AC window in 2016.
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3 weeks from online interview completion to offer for in-person interview.
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My question is - if OTS is going in 3 weeks - why even bother with the Express PML...that's awesome.
Good luck 98.
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Good luck 98.
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Well I’m coming up on 5 weeks from video interview. Am I out?
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Nope, 6 weeks for some of the latest guys from video to in person. Patience
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Doesn't the new Express Carrier Portal and PMA drastically change the game for OTS? I would say it is pretty obvious AC is going all in on filling their Express aircraft with pilots
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I suppose I am feeling slightly defeated at the moment. I applied long long ago and was put into a pool, (2 years in the pool). I was eventually (finally) given my PIT course date and medical, offered in March 2014; however I had already taken a job with another company and signed a contract. Which is fine its a fantastic company and schedule is awesome, good people ect. On October 27th I reapplied to AC thinking that in 18 months from then I may be ready to leave the current position and who knows, maybe fly for Big Red!! I haven't heard a thing back since applying, and I suppose Im feeling down on myself cause When I was offered the interview and subsequent Job the first time I had half the time and most of my Turbine time was a darn Caravan in Africa! Now I got all this fancy Jet PIC and Glass time and well wouldn't you know.....all is quiet.
6000Hrs, Enough Jet Pic, 3500 Total PIC.
What is a guy to think. I Will hang in there!
6000Hrs, Enough Jet Pic, 3500 Total PIC.
What is a guy to think. I Will hang in there!
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C208 wrote: ↑Sat Mar 03, 2018 6:23 pm I suppose I am feeling slightly defeated at the moment. I applied long long ago and was put into a pool, (2 years in the pool). I was eventually (finally) given my PIT course date and medical, offered in March 2014; however I had already taken a job with another company and signed a contract. Which is fine its a fantastic company and schedule is awesome, good people ect. On October 27th I reapplied to AC thinking that in 18 months from then I may be ready to leave the current position and who knows, maybe fly for Big Red!! I haven't heard a thing back since applying, and I suppose Im feeling down on myself cause When I was offered the interview and subsequent Job the first time I had half the time and most of my Turbine time was a darn Caravan in Africa! Now I got all this fancy Jet PIC and Glass time and well wouldn't you know.....all is quiet.
6000Hrs, Enough Jet Pic, 3500 Total PIC.
What is a guy to think. I Will hang in there!
Go to an express carrier. No brainer
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5 Days from video interview to call for in-person interview. Apparently there are 3 online assessments we have to complete at home before heading in for the interview....sound like behavioural stuff. Has anyone does this? Would love some info if anyone can share! Cheers
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The online stuff is a personality test where you rank which statements are most like to least. You do one involving numbers but don't worry it's very simple math. I think it tests your ability to work accurately while working quickly. Then there is one involving symbols which I imagine tests your spatial awareness. I think that was it. I recommend doing the last two in a very quiet, distraction free environment. Not right after you wake up or when you are tired either. You want to be alert and focused.
When you go to the in-person there is also a psych exam on the computer. It's just simple yes or no questions or similar.
They try to do your medical the same day as the interview but it depends on if there is a doctor slot available that day.
When you go to the in-person there is also a psych exam on the computer. It's just simple yes or no questions or similar.
They try to do your medical the same day as the interview but it depends on if there is a doctor slot available that day.
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Not so far, OTS still being hiredAvifiskAlly wrote: ↑Sat Mar 03, 2018 5:15 pmDoesn't the new Express Carrier Portal and PMA drastically change the game for OTS? I would say it is pretty obvious AC is going all in on filling their Express aircraft with pilots
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The New PMA was just released Friday. Im sure OTS hiring will certainly continue but it seems like a lot more preference will be placed on moving people through the Express carriers. The language and commitment to/from each carrier has grown exponentially. It will be interesting to see what pans out once all those that have already been green lighted are on property.tbaylx wrote: ↑Sun Mar 04, 2018 5:09 amNot so far, OTS still being hiredAvifiskAlly wrote: ↑Sat Mar 03, 2018 5:15 pmDoesn't the new Express Carrier Portal and PMA drastically change the game for OTS? I would say it is pretty obvious AC is going all in on filling their Express aircraft with pilots
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Why? He could get a call tomorrow for an interview. People are going through the process in as little as 5 weeks during this spring hiring boom. Why miss this opportunity while waiting for 2 years at an express carrier? C208 can always apply to an express as a plan b.gtanorth wrote: ↑Sat Mar 03, 2018 7:20 pmC208 wrote: ↑Sat Mar 03, 2018 6:23 pm I suppose I am feeling slightly defeated at the moment. I applied long long ago and was put into a pool, (2 years in the pool). I was eventually (finally) given my PIT course date and medical, offered in March 2014; however I had already taken a job with another company and signed a contract. Which is fine its a fantastic company and schedule is awesome, good people ect. On October 27th I reapplied to AC thinking that in 18 months from then I may be ready to leave the current position and who knows, maybe fly for Big Red!! I haven't heard a thing back since applying, and I suppose Im feeling down on myself cause When I was offered the interview and subsequent Job the first time I had half the time and most of my Turbine time was a darn Caravan in Africa! Now I got all this fancy Jet PIC and Glass time and well wouldn't you know.....all is quiet.
6000Hrs, Enough Jet Pic, 3500 Total PIC.
What is a guy to think. I Will hang in there!
Go to an express carrier. No brainer
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Fair just think the new PMA changes the game a bit. If you have been spinning around waiting that means they did not want you at the time and you have 0 visibility as to why. Yes, a call could come next weak but a call could not come for 3 years or at all. At least going to express he would have points for that itself and be able to see where he is and reduce the competitive field to only his own express peers. People that have been moving through quickly from OTS have almost all been 737 skippers or people with 4 yrs uni and some great big jet PIC time. If he has been waiting in limbo there is something they dont like or are waiting to change.Transonic wrote: ↑Sun Mar 04, 2018 6:26 amWhy? He could get a call tomorrow for an interview. People are going through the process in as little as 5 weeks during this spring hiring boom. Why miss this opportunity while waiting for 2 years at an express carrier? C208 can always apply to an express as a plan b.gtanorth wrote: ↑Sat Mar 03, 2018 7:20 pmC208 wrote: ↑Sat Mar 03, 2018 6:23 pm I suppose I am feeling slightly defeated at the moment. I applied long long ago and was put into a pool, (2 years in the pool). I was eventually (finally) given my PIT course date and medical, offered in March 2014; however I had already taken a job with another company and signed a contract. Which is fine its a fantastic company and schedule is awesome, good people ect. On October 27th I reapplied to AC thinking that in 18 months from then I may be ready to leave the current position and who knows, maybe fly for Big Red!! I haven't heard a thing back since applying, and I suppose Im feeling down on myself cause When I was offered the interview and subsequent Job the first time I had half the time and most of my Turbine time was a darn Caravan in Africa! Now I got all this fancy Jet PIC and Glass time and well wouldn't you know.....all is quiet.
6000Hrs, Enough Jet Pic, 3500 Total PIC.
What is a guy to think. I Will hang in there!
Go to an express carrier. No brainer
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Even with the preference of Express carriers - the lifestyle they tend to carry and salary they tend not to pay - my money (quite literally) would be on remaining OTS.
Granted if your current lifestyle salary is equivalent - then it makes sense but otherwise OTS, sit back, and make your money.
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Granted if your current lifestyle salary is equivalent - then it makes sense but otherwise OTS, sit back, and make your money.
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Thanks for the info!! Any word on a GS for ya??98 Corolla wrote: ↑Sat Mar 03, 2018 8:59 pm The online stuff is a personality test where you rank which statements are most like to least. You do one involving numbers but don't worry it's very simple math. I think it tests your ability to work accurately while working quickly. Then there is one involving symbols which I imagine tests your spatial awareness. I think that was it. I recommend doing the last two in a very quiet, distraction free environment. Not right after you wake up or when you are tired either. You want to be alert and focused.
When you go to the in-person there is also a psych exam on the computer. It's just simple yes or no questions or similar.
They try to do your medical the same day as the interview but it depends on if there is a doctor slot available that day.
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Video interview was early Feb. Nothing heard back. Do they send PFO letters, or just leave you hanging?
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If they want to interview you you'll hear eventually, if not you'll get a PFO. They'll reply either way. The process takes awhile at AC, patience is key and not stressing out in the meantime.
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Anyone have any info regarding upcoming GS dates?