Originally Posted by
MedSledDriver
Is there any common trends regarding upgrade failures on the Q? I know it’s a pretty rough experience going from jet FO to Q captain, but if you’re already a Q FO it shouldn’t be too difficult. I’ve flown with some captains on the Q that make it look a little too easy, if you know what I mean.
From 2014ish to 2017 the average upgrade time was about 2.5-3 years. So you had plenty of time to learn the Q and her quirks/isms... Today you can upgrade much faster than that. Simply put, people upgrading on it just don't have enough time to experience the things that will you "get you" on the line or on a check ride. And the jet guys have none at all when they come over.