Originally Posted by
Jefferson
1. Which regional airline sends more pilots to the Legacy carriers?
Generally majors don't seem to "prefer" any regional over others. The only place where that comes in is flow through agreements, but flow is always metered so it's more to the advantage of the major than the pilot. Flow (1) helps attracts pilots to regionals they might not otherwise consider, and (2) keeps them there longer while they wait for their number to come up.
Originally Posted by
Jefferson
2. If you reach the end of the new hire training program and need some more simulator time to get your check-ride recommendation...can you get it, or are you send on your way?
This is good to know, but I probably wouldn't ask a potential employer during an interview...they might think you expect to need extra training.
Get this kind of info from the forums.
Originally Posted by
Jefferson
3. Which major carrier (if any) puts weight on PIC time? (hint: Southwest only)
Wrong.
Three of the bigs require PIC time (SWA/FDX/UPS). All of the legacies place heavy emphasis on it.
Some of the LCC's routinely hire folks without TPIC.
Originally Posted by
Jefferson
4. What percentage of new hires make it to the line and what percentage are ultimately turned away?
This is good to know, and probably OK to ask. If you flunk out, another regional will be along shortly but that will always hurt your major prospects.