Originally Posted by
Jetlife
They set the bar really high on the level of pilot they want. They wash out a ton of pilots who can't meet that standard. Flying older equipment, single pilot in very crappy weather takes a certain amount of skill.
One of the reasons for the large washout stat is AMF is an entry level position. Most of the hires are flight instructors without being tested at faster more demanding levels. Single pilot also makes that more challenging for certain.
I have flown with pilots from every background imaginable. Including Space Shuttle pilots. I have flown with about a half dozen AMF pilots that came right to SWA in the late nineties to early 2000's. Don't take this the wrong way, but I haven't seen anything from any back ground that stands out more than others.
It is real good to be proud of where you came from. So am I. But in reality we are no better than the next guy.