Originally Posted by
FlyingOkra
You seem to keep missing the link between lesser experienced pilots being hired and a Training Program designed for higher experienced pilots.
Yes, the legacies have a different training program that can compensate for lower time. AQP is a very long and metered process with multiple Validation phases. You only have to focus on one Phase at a time over a 3-4 month period. Spirit is a fire hose that requires you to constantly study material from multiple phases all at once in a 6 week footprint.
That's exactly what I'm saying. Candidates are not to blame (fully) but rather the training program. Lesser experienced as in flight time? Doesn't seem to be the case if you look at other airlines. Is it having a degree? Perhaps.
Master Mozekian is claiming that no one with experience is going to Spirt. I think he's full of POOP. I believe you guys are getting good/qualified/experienced applicant. Unfortunately the training program you guys have is very different from every other airline and guys are failing. I would love to see Spirits hiring demographics. I would bet a good % of the guys have good amount time and experience.
Last few guys who posted on "Who's Been Hired?"
TT-2700, 1,200 Turbine
TT- 4700, 2550 TPIC, Degree