Can pretty much confirm just about everything said here (including the vow to Joseph Smith). For non prior CPZ they’re not even hiring into the ERJ unless you want to sit in the waitlist pool (approx 9 months for a class). For CPZ folks, they mentioned that there are 20 spots reserved for us per class @ 2 classes a month.
Basically if you’re hired you have your pick of whatever class you want, as early as Oct 22. As far as the interview, can also confirm that if you bring in a hard copy of your CPZ training records (request from our CPs) you can forgo the technical questioning which is supposedly a majority of the interview. It was so easy and quick it seemed to be more of a formality for us.
Got the call the next day with the CJO and class date of my choosing, also punted til after the new year.
Nice to have as a plan B if you’re a west coast FO with only lateral options. PM for more details.