Originally Posted by
deeznutz18E
Thanks for the reply. It’s been almost four years since I’ve flown a high performance jet, so I’ll be a little rusty,
I’m sure. It’s just been GA flying since. I won’t apply until I think I’m where I need to be, skills wise. I don’t want to set myself up for failure in training.
I just didn’t know if there was a magic number—I know the majors like to see at least 100.
There really isn't a magic number as everyone is different in terms of recency, type of experience, age, etc. Can you brief an approach? Can you fly the approach? Can you read weather and know the legal requirements? The training department will teach you the jet and how to fly it. The physical flying and knowing how to fly the approach off the plate is up to you.
Seniority is everything and as it sits now you'd be about 3/4 of the way through the AA retirements IF you were to need the flow. That's a whole other discussion as to the metrics involved and if AA will be a good place to land in the close to 9 years you'll take to get there (if you even want a seat at AA). Get on it, knock the dust off and get to the interview. Study the Jepp charts (king schools has a good DVD refresher and Jepp has a printed guide), review IFR knowledge test type questions, and most importantly emphasize your desire to learn and become an asset to the company. Get your foot in the door ASAP.