Originally Posted by
mlefan3
I was just told that the window is open for pilots again and wanted to get someone's opinion on weather I should even bother.
1700TT, only 200 turbines, 450 multi crew/engine
Former Capeair F/O, left because I couldnt afford to stay. 10 years in military although not a mil pilot.
With that in mind should I just wait or do I have a chance? Thanks
Boy, some rough responses here, like we all haven't been in the same boat. Here's the good news, you're pretty close. 3k hours is what you need to at least merit a look. At this moment in time, since there's quite a few apps coming through, 4k hours will make you competitive. But with 3k hours and your military service I wouldn't be surprised if you at least got a look. And it really all depends on the pilot supply at any given time. I would've never have gotten hired here had I not applied pre-contract (3500 hrs regional fo, nothing special about me at all).
So, get an intense flying job for a year or two, preferably 121, and start hitting some job fairs just to get some face time with recruiters; so when you are competitive, it's not a question of "why you" it's "when can you start"...
Call/text with any questions/comments.
-Alex-
cel: 484-661-7716