Originally Posted by
USMCFLYR
Though I have said that my background probably made for the worst possible entry into my new flying job, I do bring certain aspects to the environment. That experience comes from many different sources. Combine that with willingness to be trained and an ability to listen and learn - and most, but not all, can be successful with an appropriate amount of time and effort put into training a future (insert your type of pilot here).
USMCFLYR
Agree 100% While I've always been a fan of the ATP rule (even before I was anywhere near 1500hr), I will say that a small percentage of pilots will be able to make the transition to the airline world very early. I've trained one or two students who I'd be confident would make excellent FO's with 300hrs- partially because of their superior skill, but mostly because of how much they knew and their willingness to learn.