Originally Posted by
ABR030719
I'm planning on getting my SWA app in this window for FO (getting the app reviewed by Cage this week - I already have apps in at the other majors since Dec/Jan). I was also thinking of applying to their Flight Crew Training Instructor position as another option/backup, because I'm qualified. I also don't want to be out of work in May when my terminal is done. Thoughts on this being a good/bad idea? Not sure how the company would view it. I would not want to do it if it compromises my chances at FO.
I am not sure if it's a problem now, but I can say that it has
not been an issue in the past.
SW has lots of "internals" (folks that move from one employee group to another, including into the pilot group). I have flown with people that have started as ops agents, ramp guys, instructors and even one that started as a sky cap!
I am sure that your record as a SW employee will play into their willingness to hire you as a pilot, which could be good or bad.
FWIW, I've flown with at least half a dozen folks who made the jump from the schoolhouse to the cockpit over the years, and they're
all great pilots/folks.
Good luck!