"Now Everyone Can't Fly" - KIA

Aircraft skids on KIA runway

Source : The Borneo Post

KUCHING: Passengers of an AirAsia flight last night (Monday night) experienced a rude shock when the aircraft skidded on the Kuching International Airport runway upon landing.

The incident happened around 10.15pm during a heavy downpour.

Initially, sources said four of the over 100 passengers were unwell. Some of those involved are said to suffer from asthma and heart problems, but the seriousness of their conditions could not be established.

Ambulances were, however, seen rushing to KIA to attend to passengers.

After the plane stopped moving, passengers said a flight attendant instructed them to calm down.

At some point smoke became visible inside the plane, leading to the opening of exit doors and activation of emergency slides.

The Borneo Post received a call from Balai Ringin assemblyman Snowdan Lawan, who was on the plane with his wife Melinda Claudia, regarding the incident around 10.30pm.

He said the first thing he grabbed was his small cabin beg as it contained important documents.

Snowdan, who is Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS) deputy secretary, said he travels regularly and had never had such a bad experience before.

He even lost his shoes in the mud. He and several others had to walk barefooted to the fire and rescue centre where they received attention from airport staff.

Snowdan said there were several children on the plane and most passengers were badly shaken by the ordeal.

He said it was possible the plane’s front tyre might have been damaged because he felt the plane was tilted at the front.

Around 11.30pm at the airport lobby, relatives and friends of the passengers as well as members of the media were seen waiting for news.

The flight had taken off from Kuala Lumpur around 7.40pm.

Prior to the incident, Snowdan said he had a premonition something bad was going to happen.

He said there was turbulence during the flight, probably because of the heavy rain.

“Fortunately, there was no report of fatality. However, most of us passengers were shaken,” he said.

Meanwhile, a few AirAsia flights were reportedly cancelled today (Tuesday).

A regular traveller said no reason was given for the cancellations.

“If it was not because of last night’s incident, then it should be due to the heavy rain today,” he said.

AirAsia Cadet Pilot intake 2010!

Finally, it opens now!

Let's try our luck and send our application. (:

Position Cadet Pilot Work Location LCC Terminal, Sepang Date Posted Friday, December 17, 2010

Responsibilities Requirements a)Malaysian citizen, aged between 18 and 28 as at date of application b) Passed SPM (or its equivalent that is recognised by the Malaysian Government) with a minimum score of, as listed below and all taken in ONE attempt Science Stream : “A” in English, “A” in Mathematics and “A-” in Physics OR Arts Stream: “A” in English, “A” in Mathematics and “A” in General Science AND With a minimum total of any 05 subjects , where the minimum achieved scoring must not be less than “B+” inclusive of English and Mathematics and Physics or General Science .OR Possess a Diploma/Degree in Engineering or Science-related disciplines with CGPA 3.0 and above and at SPM level scored at least a “B+” in the all the subjects mentioned above and taken in one sitting. c)Good command of English and Bahasa Malaysia both written and spoken d)Must be physically and mentally fit with good eyesight (visual acuity of at least 6/60 without optical aid, correctable to 6/6 and not colour blind. Should be able to successfully pass a medical examination up to a Class 1 standard conducted by a Department of Civil Aviation Authorised Medical Examiner (DAME) e) Minimum height of 163 cm (5ft 3in) f) Be prepared to sign a training bond with a surety Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Apply here : http://www.airasia.com/my/en/corporate/jobscadet.html

Source : http://www.airasia.com/my/en/corporate/jobsetc.html

Cathay Pacific Flight Attendants : Open!

Flight Attendant (Hong Kong Base)
(Kuala Lumpur)

Responsibilities:
Carry out inflight safety and security procedures
Provide excellent customer service which exceeds passengers’ expectations
Anticipate and respond to passengers’ needs promptly and in a professional manner

Requirements:
Citizen of Malaysia.
Minimum age of 18.
High school graduate or above (completion of SPM/GCE ‘O’ Level or equivalent, including a Pass in English).
Fluent in speaking and reading English, and any one of the following Asian languages: Bahasa Malaysia, Mandarin or Tamil. A third language is preferable.
Polished interpersonal skills with a positive and customer-oriented attitude.
Previous experience in the service industry is preferable.
A minimum arm-reach of 208cm and physical fitness to pass the pre-employment medical assessment.

To apply, qualified applicants can email your resume in English, titled ‘Malaysia Recruitment- (applicant’s name), to overseasapplication@cathaypacific.com by 22 December 2010, clearly stating:

• Your contact details (full name, telephone contact, permanent home address and email address).
• Your passport number.
• Your academic qualifications stating the results obtained in SPM/GCE ‘O’ Level including the grade in English.
• Your working experiences.

Interviews will be conducted in Kuala Lumpur in 2nd half of January 2011.

Successful applicants will enjoy the following:
Flexible work schedule 
Flying/Ground Duty Allowance and Outport Per Diems 
21 days’annual leave
Staff and family concessional travel benefits
Medical coverage
Comprehensive Insurance Scheme

Cathay Pacific is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with our personal data policy and for recruitment purposes only. Candidates not notified within eight weeks may consider their application unsuccessful. All related information will be kept in our file for up to 24 months. A copy of our Personal Information Collection Statement will be provided upon request by contacting our Data Protection Officer at overseasapplication@cathaypacifc.com.




Source : Flylah

Career in Aviation Industry

Aviation industry encompasses various activities and responsibilities with regards to aircraft operations. In the recent years the industry has grown with leaps and bounds offering more lucrative job opportunities to a vast number of skilled workers.

With the increasing pay package and a prosperous growth, many students are going in for aviation courses. There are many categories and classification of courses depending on the branch or sector of aviation. Opting for the course is a tough task as it is most expensive and only few can afford to go for it but once completed there is much to achieve and reach new peaks.

Almost all courses include the basic understanding of the aviation industry. Apart from that when it comes to learning about a specific area, the course involves a deeper and better learning of the industry specific sector. With these courses many go ahead with the career opportunities in flying operation like pilot, air crew operations like air hostess, ground operation like air traffic management, and technical know-how like aircraft engineering. These are the most widely known areas of aviation industry but apart from these there are other rewarding options as well. Other areas in the field are with regards to customer support, ticket reservation, cargo marketing, cargo management, cargo marketing, cockpit resource management, aeronautical engineering, navigation, crew synchronization, aviation safety, and aviation administration. There is also an aviation regulatory body that has a specific course and offer good employment opportunities. All these different sectors have their unique nature of work with respective roles and responsibilities.

The most significant quality for anyone opting for any career in aviation is personality. Anyone who joins the operation should have a presentable approach and a pleasing personality. They should also have good communication skill and should be well-versed in English language. Other key qualities required for this career are patience, dedication, hard-work, healthy attitude, thoughtful, humble, and generous. Apart from this minute observation, immediate response, alert mind, and a friendly behavior can take the personnel to unimaginable heights in the aviation industry.

Be it any option from the long list of bright career options, the aviation job calls for more responsibility as the life of passengers is completely based upon the alertness and response of the workforce. So, enter the field only if you have the strength to take over this challenging responsibility.

Source : http://ezinearticles.com/?Career-in-Aviation-Industry&id=5240194

By : Jennie Gandhi