Originally Posted by
buzzpat
Maybe because they're not just testing your general knowledge but your attitude, decorum and professionalism? As has been stated ad infinitum by current DAL pilots here....if you get asked to interview, they know you can fly. If you take the approach that the questions are patronizing and ridiculous, we probably don't want you no matter how much 121 experience you have.
Bingo.
Sharply answer the question... or throw them off and go "well, I just plug it into the FMS..." give them a dumb look for a few seconds until they start to think you're serious .. then "ha, just kidding..." and correctly answer the question in a sharp manner. Score knowledge and enjoyable to be around if your comedic timing is good. If not, I didn't tell you to try it.
They are looking for good, confident, and well demeanored captains that can problem solve and work well with others. Safe, Clean, and On Time is the mantra. Think of that and the ideal legacy pilot as you interview.