Originally Posted by
rvfanatic
Why rely on the hogan when there are 30+ bays of simulators waiting? I get that sim capacity is maxed out for training, but if UAL is serious about pilot skill then what better way than a 30 min sim session (like UPS) to assess hand flying skills?
Most airlines dropped the requirement because the profiles used quickly become public and those with cash simply go to hired guns and fly that exact type simulator and profile until they have it perfect. Does not mean they can fly, just means they had 10,000 to burn on sim prep.