Originally Posted by
ToughCall2020
For a variety of reasons I've been out of an Air Force cockpit for 4 years (all related to QoL for family, not related to interest in flying). I have about 3500 total jet time, about 3100 in a C-17. Debating whether I should go ahead and pay for CTP, written, practical on my own, or let a regional cover all that, then pay them back whatever I must if I get picked up by a major in, let's just say, one year. Bottom line, any chance a major hires me directly in next 8 months or so (without going to a regional at all)? I have been enjoying GA flying, but no other recency. Thanks!
If you were thinking of going to Delta, then go to the CTP course that's held at their sims by some retired capts, that will get you an interview with your background. I know at least three at Delta hired with a near career of military big wing experience and nothing more than a smattering of GA in the last 5 years.