Originally Posted by
tunes
i think that is per person sending the rec for the same person...
Nope. At least, that's not what Capt Miller said. In fact, he specifically addressed the question about different internals for the same applicant. He did acknowledge that some folks get through the cracks, and get re-scored 'early', but 1 score per year per applicant is the official policy. I'd still give it a try, fwiw.
Originally Posted by
BrasiliaFlyer
Can the recommendation come from a new hire who is still in training? Does the company give any kind of weight to recommendations from senior pilots?
Yes, Also heard from Capt Miller, as Hrkdrivr stated.
Originally Posted by
jetracer5
Any rumors on Delta dropping the 4 year degree requirement? They seem to be the last airline that requires it.
No, that is actually a big deal with big points for scoring. If you took 5+ years to get a BS/BA, that may hurt your score, even if you have a good reason. If you get called for an interview, prepare to explain.
Originally Posted by
ArmyRC12Dude
So, is the internal rec that triggers a re-score one that is sent in to be added to the airlineapps file or one sent directly to pilot selection?
There are two types of 'recommendation'. One is the Airline Apps rec, that does NOT have to be internal to Delta btw (though you should max out your internals, if able). The one we are talking about here is an internal e-mail that any Delta pilot can send to the pilot selection team asking them to score their buddy's application (but keep in mind, you attached to their name, so if you make a fool of yourself, it may reflect on them and their ability to get another app scored).
Originally Posted by
Hrkdrivr
From Capt OC Miller...
Yes a newhire can recommend someone. His response to that question was, "Are you a Delta Air Lines pilot or not?"
No extra points for a rec from a senior pilot. You need an email from your internal to the hiring office to get your APP scored. The score determines whether or not you get an invite.
+1, except that you don't HAVE to have an internal e-mail to get your app scored. Attendance at a career fair will also get your app scored. Either method will get your app scored. If you make the minimum score, you will get a call. Expect the minimum score to drop a little in the coming years, btw.