Originally Posted by
boeingsky
Upgrade time still 1.5 years? Looks like a nice place to stay at while building time and the 2 pilots that i have had a chance to jumpseat with were over all happy.
Are you sure you talked to Silver pilots? Most here are unhappy, except the top 40ish guys. I've been here almost 2 years, and I "....might be able to hold B1900 Captain" according to the CP.
Originally Posted by
Cruz5350
Given your circumstances you shouldn't go to Silver. The training is not good and many people wash out. I wouldn't expect you to get extra sim sessions if you are struggling either that's been hit or miss. There is other regionals that come to mind with much better training programs and give extra sims if need be that I'd consider first. Good luck in your decision barring on major screw up at the interview you'll get the job they need every body with a pulse they can get.
Cruz is spot on. Here at Silver, you're allotted so many sim sessions, and if you can't finish, you're sent home. This is not the place to come to if you don't have a good foundation. As Mexipilot said, Silver puts people through the Space Shuttle training, you guys remember the B1900 days?
You have to take a very honest assessment of yourself and why you didn't make it through RAH.... and never ever ever blame another airline of why you didn't make it through, especially in an interview. Learn from your mistakes, and don't let it happen again.