Old 03-14-2018, 02:29 PM
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morerightrudder
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The sims in STL are rented from FlightSafety, but it's all CP instructors doing the instruction and checking. Our instructor group used to be mostly seniority list active pilots, but many have gone back to the line to get their turbine PIC so they can leave.

CP's training program was designed for people with prior airline experience. The systems portion is basically self study via the CBTs, and systems class itself is review/ask questions. It has not changed much from what I've heard, so now with the typical new hire profile no longer being refugees from other regionals, there's naturally been an uptick in people needing more training. It helps to get instrument proficient (not just current) before starting, and if you have a good attitude and put in the work, you'll make it through.
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