Originally Posted by Std Deviation

I get that's not the priority. And I'm not trying to bash the company or the interview process- I'd love to work there and would start this afternoon (no, really). Again, my situation is unique. I was at a 142 operation that scheduled clients far in advance with the mentality that, "If we can't count on you to be here...good luck going back to line flying."

As has been mentioned, the pool process is not a guarantee. The background checks are all in (according to the third party vendor they use). If it's just a matter of scheduling a class they should be able to predict that - yes, you're hired, see you next year (or whenever, but you're "in"). The issue comes when someone swims in the pool for months (or a year) and then is told...TBNT. If that's the case, you've got my stuff, tell me now and cut me loose. The pilot hiring committee has probably already stamped yea or nay on a slew of candidates.

Realizing that it is what it is, my original question was: is it now "ok" to get another gig (even contract work in a biz jet) while swimming in the pool even though my background checks are complete? What about a 121 op? Do I now need to re-run my background check? Catch-22. I've tried to get an official answer - no response.