Originally Posted by
Packrat
It doesn't have anything to do with worship. When I interview an ex-military pilot I KNOW the standardization of training and qualifications that he/she has been required to meet over the course of his/her career.
I KNOW for a fact that they didn't "earn" their licenses at some cheesy Mom and Pop FBO that will pass you as long as you can pay. They didn't get their type ratings at some sim center that will sign you off when your check clears.
They didn't get their PIC experience at some backwater "regional" airline that flies between Denver and Gillette three times a day.
That's why ex-military guys get preference. But, I wouldn't expect non-military types to even begin to comprehend that simple fact.
The guy flying Denver to Gillette probably has more practical experience and more and more skill than some guy who flew a fighter a couple hours a month.
Originally Posted by
sailingfun
What you state is exactly why mil guys get hired. Most have fantastic resumes on the non flying side including masters degrees, good to excellent performance in college, lots of leadership schools combined with lots of actual leadership experience. I find many civilian pilots focus on the flying and neglect to build out the rest of their resume.
Honestly why? We just fly from point A to B. This career requires a very specific set of skills.