SiouxCFI

I'm a shorter guy as well 5' 8" or so and I had no issues with the ol' Saab... I know some guys that were a lot shorter and they got through just fine, if they can do it you can to for sure... the seats are very adjustable and the rudders come up pretty far.

Mesaba03

Thanks, good to hear.

Mesaba03

Just got a call today movin up to 9/24 class, instead of 10/08. Anyone else in 9/24? Can't wait.

JAGflyer

Also was told to expect an October 8th class! Does anyone know how soon we will receive an employee number? Most of the new hire forms require it.

IHateMgmt

If I remember correctly, you get an employee number before you even start class. But seriously, you have better things to worry about right now. We're not gonna make you fill out form that require an employee number when you haven't be assigned one yet.

IHateMgmt

You know, its funny that both tall and short people are worried the Saab won't fit them. The Saab is not that old and wasn't made to be flown by exactly 5'10" pilots.

It seems like people are scared of the Saab. Don't worry, it doesn't bite... hard.

LoudFastRules

It doesn't bite, but it might kick you in the rear on your first few landings (and a few occasional ones later on!). As far as height, I've known both tall and short pilots who fit in just fine, with no complaints.

The funny things is, EVERYONE hits their head on the OH panel (and sometimes on the main door) regardless of height!

Mesaba03

Being short I have never had that problem! Glad to hear.

sigep_nm

I smoke my head on the fire handle all the time. Nothing the smell of Saab in the morning followed by a lump on the head.

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