Originally Posted by
apu4eva
Hey guys! Just got hired and this is my first 121 gig. As such, I have a few questions if y'all don't mind.(Some of these will probably seem pretty ridiculous but all I've ever done is 91/135 corporate flying.) Curious as to what everyone generally packs in their bags. I'm assuming just clothes to change into when one gets to the hotel and Dopp kit, etc? Also, on the company issued iPad, are we only allowed SWA approved apps on there? Do most people take their own iPad as well? Are guys allowed to read/play games on iPads in cruise? When on the road, how do you find out where the hotel we are supposed to stay in? Do we have to pay for our own uniforms? I should probably just chill; I'm sure all of these will get answered. I am just curious because there are so many things that I have no idea how they all work. Anyway, thanks in advance and please, be gentle.
I pack 3 days worth of clothes including gym shorts and t-shirts. I wear one uniform shirt and pack another (sometimes 2 more in the summer). One extra pair of uniform pants. I have a small “emergency pharmacy” with things like antacids, pain relievers, nasal spray, cough drops in case I start feeling bad on the road. Things you don’t normally think of like an extra pair of shoe laces in case mine breaks. I also bring emergency food like a package of ramen noodles, peanut butter, and a Cliff bar or two. I bring a backup headset (just the company’s Telex 850) in case mine breaks so I don’t have to use the backup one on the plane.
Load whatever apps you want on the iPad. You will fly with aluminum foil hat guys who do everything including taping over the camera on the iPad. That isn’t really necessary. When you’re in training stop by the EFB office and have Amy show you what the company can see. It isn’t much.
CrewBuddy is a GREAT app to have on your phone, especially when you are on reserve and you are new. It’ll show you what hotel you are staying at, any discounts we get there, and most importantly, where to pick up the van!
Yes you’ll pay for your uniforms unfortunately. Welcome to the company! We are glad you’re here! It’s entirely different than part 91 in almost every way. Some better... some not so much. Generally the pros outweigh the cons though.
I flew for a Fortune 500 during the lost decade and you couldn’t get me to go back. Sure, there are things I miss. But 99% of things are way better here!
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