Jet Connect Pilot Interview Information and Study Guide
Jet Connect Pilot selection is similar to all Qantas group assessments. Jet Connect pilots operate B737-800 flying between New Zealand and Australia under the Qantas banner. Below are assessment breakdowns and a study guide to help you with your process through the Jet Connect/Qantas group interview and assessments as a pilot.
Minimum Requirements for Jet Connect
Aptitude Testing for the Jet Connect
Online Application
Includes the following that must be entered and submitted
My Information
Name, Address and Contact details
My Experience
Please provide a summary of up to 10 years of your work experience starting with your most recent.
Training History: Degrees or Colleges
Resume and Cover Letter
Websites: Linkedin, own website
Application Questions 1 of 2
Do you have 700 hours total aeronautical experience?*
Do you have 250 hours as Pilot in Command (PIC) of a multi-engine aeroplane (MEA) (excluding ICUS & SIM)?
Do you have 250 hours as PIC of a single engine turbine aeroplane greater than 3,400kg MTOW (excluding ICUS & SIM)?
Do you have 250 hours as a co-pilot in a multi-engine turbine, multi-crew aero plane (excluding ICUS & SIM)?
Application Questions 2 of 2
What gender do you identify with?
Which statement most closely describes your right to work in the country that this position is based?*
Do you hold a current passport with unrestricted access to all countries?
Please provide your ARN License number
Are you currently employed by a Qantas Group entity in the role of a Pilot?
Please enter the date you commenced with your current employer.
What aircraft type are you currently flying?
What is your current job title / rank?
Do you hold an Australian and /or New Zealand ATPL(A) or CPL(A)?
Do you hold a CASA Multi-Engine Aeroplane (MEA) with current IAP 2D and 3D instrument endorsements?
Do you have an ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 6 endorsed on your licence?
Do you hold or are you eligible to hold a CASA Class 1 Aviation Medical Certificate?
Please provide your total aeroplane flying hours (excluding ICUS and SIM)
Please provide your actual total aeroplane flying hours (excluding ICUS and SIM)
Please provide your total PIC aeroplane flying hours (excluding ICUS and SIM)
Please provide your actual total PIC aeroplane flying hours (excluding ICUS and SIM)
Please provide your total multi-engine aeroplane flying hours (excluding SIM)
Please provide your actual total multi-engine aeroplane flying hours (excluding SIM)
Please provide your total PIC multi-engine aeroplane flying hours (excluding ICUS and SIM)
Please provide your actual total PIC multi-engine aeroplane flying hours (excluding ICUS and SIM)
Please provide your total multi-crew hours (excluding SIM). Only include hours on an aeroplane that is certified to be operated for multi-crew operations.
Please provide your actual total multi-crew hours (excluding SIM). Only include hours on an aeroplane that is certified to be operated for multi-crew operations
Please provide your total PIC multi-crew hours (excluding SIM). Only include hours on an aeroplane that is certified to be operated for multi-crew operations.
Please provide your actual total PIC multi-crew hours (excluding SIM). Only include hours on an aeroplane that is certified to be operated for multi-crew operations
Please provide your total aeroplane flying hours in last 12 months
Do you have Instructing, Training and/or Checking experience?
Please indicate the flight training organisation/institution that conducted the training for your initial CPL
Please select your highest level of education
Do you hold a current First Aid Certificate as required by CASA, CASR Part 121?
Are you able to swim 50 metres fully clothed and then tread water for a minimum of 3 minutes? (Please note: you will be asked to provide supporting documentation should your application proceed)
Have you ever had an aviation related accident or serious incident?
Have you ever had your licence suspended for any reason?
Have you been convicted of any criminal offence and/or have any pending criminal proceedings in any country which may impact your ability to obtain aviation security clearance?
Are there any factor/s which may prevent you from working any day, time or period without restriction?
Please confirm where you currently reside.
Voluntary Disclosures
Anything they should know that you have not been able to upload or disclose?
Review
Check and Submit
Minimum Requirements for Qantas Freight Pilot/ EFA
First Officer with Jet Connect, you’ll have;
An Australian Air Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL (A)) or Australian Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL (A)).
For CPL holders, passes in a complete set of Australian CASA or New Zealand CAA ATPL subjects are required.
Endorsements for Instrument Approach 2D and 3D on a CASA Multi Engine Aeroplane Instrument Rating.
A current Instrument Proficiency Check (MEA).
Level 6 English Language Proficiency on your CASA Licence.
Current CASA Class 1 Aviation Medical Certificate.
The ability to hold an Aviation Security card, ASIC (Aust) and AvSec (NZ).
Hold a current passport with at least 12 months validity.
The right to live and work in New Zealand without restriction or sponsorship. Non-New Zealand or non-Australian passport holders require a New Zealand Permanent Resident Visa
Hours Requirements: (Updated)
1,500 hours total aeronautical experience,
500 hours of powered fixed wing multi-engine or single-engine-turbine aeroplane, and
either:
250 hours in Command of a powered fixed wing aeroplane, or
250 hours in Command of a powered fixed wing aeroplane, of which up to 180 hours may be ICUS, and 500 hours as Co-Pilot of a transport category aeroplane.
Personality and Motivation Testing: 2 separate assessments, very easy, be your self and follow the instructions.
Measure your behavioral style, opinions, and motivators- for example, whether you prefer to work independently or in a group, whether you prefer to follow others or take charge.
Your answers will be limited to 5 categories.
1. Very demotivating
2. Demotivating
3. Neutral
4. Motivating
5. Very Motivating
EXAMPLE:
I prefer to work in a team environment.
1. Very demotivating
2. Demotivating
3. Neutral
4. Motivating
5. Very Motivating
Aptitude Testing for the Express Freighter Pilot
Aptitude Testing
Practice makes perfect, read all instructions on the pages when doing your testing. Free Practice Aptitude Tests: Jobtestprep.co.uk Use the (General Ability Test)
JobTestPrep seems to have the best practice tests and paid-for version for QF
General Ability Test:
36 Minutes: 30 Questions
A product is shipped 100 times, It is increased by 10% every year.
How many are shipped in year 4?
A car is Blue, but not all toys are blue, which statement is true?
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