Originally Posted by
Gretzky
FYI...BB is right. I got the call for a 01 Oct training date at 10:30pm (EST) Saturday night while walking back to my car post USAFA/Utah football game. Mr Bolt either works long hours or makes his calls after he tucks the kids in bed. Either way, it relieved a lot of stress...moral of the story, if you're waiting for the next call, Mother D will call at any time.
Anyone else in the 01 Oct class?
I'll be in that class. Interviewed 22/23 Aug, got OK to train email 30 Aug, phone call from Brian Bolt 8/8 (Sat) 1600 or so. I was away from the phone at the time, called him back soon thereafter. Made contact about 1900 and set up the first available class date. I was on the edge of my seat awaiting that phone call. Keep your phone on and stay busy, you'll hear from them!
For all those preparing to interview:
Study materials online were right on the money, not quite exact but VERY close. You should have no problem in the knowledge dept. if you've been flying high performance swept wing jets with modern avionics. If not, you can easily get the right books to read and review. Definitely read up on aerodynamics and practice mental math exercises, especially VVI/descent points.
The interview process couldn't have been a better experience. The folks at Delta are a class act. Everyone's nice as can be, they try to put you at ease all day long. Prepare thoroughly, be there early, get a good sleep, relax and be yourself! Make sure you triple check your airlineapps package for spelling/grammar errors.
Cognitive tests were not really something you can study for. Make sure you thoroughly understand the instructions and practice exercises before you take the tests. Stay relaxed and take a 2 min break if you start to fatigue. Sip some H2o too.
The interview itself was professional and relaxed, 2 capts (1 retired, 1 current) and 1 HR gent. A 5 min. review of your airlineapps right off the bat lets you tell your story, add details that provide the bigger picture of who you are and why you'd be a good fit at Delta. Mainly situational questions thereafter.
This is my first post, I'm not much of a computer guy... thought I'd share my experiences, hope this helps.