Originally Posted by
NedsKid
Ground training is bad, FTD's and sims are pretty good. Hmm . . . I wonder why?
Spirit Facts
- Ground training is taught by guys who've NEVER flown the aircraft
- Ground training is taught by guys who've NEVER flown for an airline
- Ground training is taught by guys who've NEVER flown a jet
- 99% of Captains @ Spirit have more Airbus time than the entire ground training department AND the entire Flight Ops department . . . combined
- FTD's and sims are taught by line pilots on the seniority list
The EmbryO's aren't the issue. Most of them are fine, if not a bit unappreciative of the incredible shortcut they all just scored. If you ask them a line operations question they don't know, they'll get back to you with an answer. Their systems knowledge is commendable.
At least, mine did.
No, the real issue with the indoc remains that it's an absurdly long day, 10 hours (11-12 with hotel transportation factored in), a lousy hotel completely unsuitable for any stay longer than 3 days, no laundry, no affordable eating establishments within a quick walking distance, zero time to decompress or study, just non-stop firehose for two solid weeks.
We're not a an entry-level regional job; this is supposed to be an enjoyable experience, not the most stressful two weeks of your aviation career.