French requirement

[beingcanadian]

I'd like to confirm if bilingualism is mandatory to become a pilot in Air Transat.
I can speak French but not like quebecois and not so fluently. I would like to know the expectations before applying.

[TeePeeCreeper]

You may want to re read the job posting. Your answer lies there.

[330heavy]

Not required, and we have pilots who don't speak a word of French, but it's nice if you know some, or try to learn. And since you say you know some you'll fit in, and will likely improve it.

[beingcanadian]

Well I heard from a lot of pilots, they won't even consider your application if you don't know French. It's like an unwritten rule.
One of my highly experienced buddies also said, "My name doesn't sounds French, of course they won't hire me."

[Tbayer2021]

Not only do you have to speak French but you best have a Chibougamau accent or else you won't get an interview.

[Inverted2]

It’s also best to drive an EV to the interview and have a Pepsi in the cup holder to show you are a true Quebecois. Bonus points if you’re pants are extra tight.

[itaserb]

French is not required. Whoever says it’s mandatory is lying straight to your face.

[beingcanadian]

Hahaha funny responses.
I'm gonna be eating French Baguette & croissants during my interview.

[flying4dollars]

Well I heard from a lot of pilots, they won't even consider your application if you don't know French. It's like an unwritten rule.
One of my highly experienced buddies also said, "My name doesn't sounds French, of course they won't hire me."

Heard it directly from Transat pilots? What does the job ad say?

[DanWEC]

Well when actual TS pilots tell you that there are plenty who don't speak French fluently, I'd perhaps be inclined to believe them over others, but hey, fill your boots.