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Written by Capt Lim
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Tuesday, 16 February 2010 15:18 |
Dear Captain Lim,
Thank you for putting the effort into making such a wonderful web site. I was able to find answers to many of the questions I had.
I have a question regarding the average altitude that a commercial airliner cruises at. From my understanding, an airliner flies at an altitude from 35 000ft to 40 000 ft (Please correct me if I am wrong). However, I was just studying the section on the atmosphere.
My textbook stated that the Tropopause at the poles is located at a height of roughly 28000 ft above sea level and around 54 000 ft at the Equator. Knowing that an airliner would try to utilize the jet stream, which is located at the Tropopause, does that mean an airliner would fly lower in altitude over the upper portion of the Northern Hemisphere (due to the Tropopause being lower) than they would in the Southern Hemisphere in order to take advantage of the jet stream?
Also, does an airliner fly in the Stratosphere? If not, what is the reason behind it?
Once again, thank you very much. I greatly appreciate your help.
Regards
Steve
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Written by Capt Lim
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Sunday, 14 February 2010 16:03 |
Emirates employs highly skilled and successful Flight Deck Crew from around the world. We are currently recruiting experienced and technically proficient First Officers to fly our extensive international route network. The First Officer position offers an exceptional opportunity for ambitious pilots to develop their career on one of the youngest high-tech fleets, with one of the fastest growing and most profitable airlines in the world.
We also offer job security as well as a competitive package and many lifestyle benefits. In addition to a competitive salary and the opportunity to live in one of the world's most cosmopolitan cities, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes accommodation and utilities support, health and life insurance, excellent end-of-service benefits, generous staff travel access for family members and educational support for children (studying in Dubai or overseas).
Emirates' order of US$ 9.7 billion was the largest to date for the Boeing 777 family of aircraft. Delivery of the 24 B777-300ERs, 10 B777-200LR Worldliners and eight B777 freighters began last year and has helped to meet the increasing demand to our current destinations in over 60 countries. In addition, Emirates has taken delivery of 7 out of its 58 A380s orders, 30 expected to be delivered by December 2012. These new aircraft will also help us explore exciting new destinations on every continent.
To apply to Emirates, candidates must have a minimum of 4000 total and 2000 multi-engine jet hours (preferably with MTOW of > 55 T), ICAO ATPL and ICAO English level (4 or above). We will provide you with a round trip ticket to Dubai for our Selection Programme from any Emirates destination
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For further information on all aspects related to flying for Emirates, and to apply online, please visit emiratesgroupcareers.com
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Written by Capt Lim
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Saturday, 30 January 2010 04:35 |
Dear Capt Lim,
I am a 32 years old Chinese female Fight Attendant flying with Qatar Airways for many years now. I am planning to switch my career to become a pilot to fulfill my childhood dream and also to pursue a better future.
I have consulted our Chief Pilot here. He told me that there is a Second Officer program here and the requirement is JAA CPL + IR + FROZEN JAA ATPL + BELOW 28 years old. So it means that I am not able to meet this requirement.
The First Officer needs the same qualification but FULL ATPL with 1500 hours and below 45 years old. How do I get these hours and how long will it takes?
Some of my friends have gone to get their licenses in South Africa. It has one of the cheapest flying school where one can get the ICAO licenses. Some say, Cebu Flying School in the Philippine is good too. Malaysia is too expensive to get the above mentioned licenses. It is said that some Asian countries will require many pilots, especially in the Chinese Mainland.
Do you think I can find a Second Officer position in these Asian airlines if I am in possession of JAA CPL + IR + FROZEN JAA ATPL? How can I complete 1500 hours in a shortest time? Do you think I have chance to become a Cadet Pilot in a year or two?
Thank you for your time.
Best Regards.
Yours sincerely,
Helena
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Written by Capt Lim
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Monday, 25 January 2010 18:02 |
Dear Capt Lim,
Why the loss of radar contact always happen before the crash? What I mean to say is that, why can’t the radar keep contact of the plane even after the failure (just before crashing)?
I am Ethiopian and today, our plane has crashed.
I need to know about the possible causes of the crash, if you can tell me.
Biniyam Teka.
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Written by Capt Lim
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Friday, 08 January 2010 08:43 |
Dear Captain Lim,
I am a transfer student deciding between UCLA and UCSB for a B.A. in Economics.
Personally, I would rather go to UCSB. However, UCLA has a better reputation. Should I sacrifice my desire to go to Santa Barbara for a better school's reputation on my resume?
I think it will give me only a slightly higher chance, but I am looking to apply for Cathay Pacific's Cadet Pilot program, and the employers in Hong Kong will definitely recognize UCLA's name, but maybe not UCSB.
It's a pretty big dilemma I'm having!
Thanks!
Sincerely,
Brian Tsui
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