Originally Posted by
morerightrudder
Thought I would resurrect this thread since there are new hire classes this month.
1. Is the info in this thread still valid? (perhaps someone from the resumed classes in July could chime in)
2. When does the probationary period start? Date of hire, Expected training completion date, or IOE signoff?
As to number 2 question,
probation ends at the earlier of either
12 months from your date of hire(indoc start date).
OR
400 hours of credited hours of work and completion of 1st recurrent training course.
Since recurrent is now a 12 month cycle. It will most likely end at 12 months from INDOC start date.
Other things you should know, unlike other carriers,, there is NO 401(k) direct contribution from the company until you have 12 months of service with the company. If you spent 12 months at a wholly-owned regional of AA, that does count.
2nd year pay does not begin until 12 months after planned completion of your LOE (check ride). You will know that date (CLASification date) when you select your plane and base in INDOC.