Originally Posted by
SilentLurker
Why don’t we Ram them through training. Save some $,$$$. Let the newer LCA’s, and unseasoned CA’s save our butts by just train them on the on the line how to operate 121 IFR and how to properly shoot approaches on the line, and how to not royally jack up radio calls in IFR, professional, 121 environment!
OP... Don’t come here without IFR currency, comfort, and proficiency at both flying, handling radio calls, (general multi-tasking,thought processes/decision making) in that environment. You will thank the Aviation God(s) one day for this post and will have a prosperous career.
Edited: Taking short cuts into 121 when not ready for what is ahead is unwise, it could slap or bite you hard during training and beyond.
No one including myself said any of the above was a good idea. I simply stated that its been done before successfully. Personally I think the OP could be just as successful as anyone else if they have the right attitude along with taking the time to brush up on IFR flying before coming to 121 training.
I'd suggest a couple ground sessions with a seasoned CFII for review along with daily self study and with a few training/eval flights/FTD sessions. If the confidence of handling a solo IFR flight after that is not there then I'd suggest more IFR exposure. I'd be willing to bet if the OP has taught private students mostly their stick and rudder skills are probably pretty sharp.
OP make a plan and evaluate yourself just like you would a student. You're only hurting yourself if you get in over your head. Good Luck!