Originally Posted by
sevenforseven
I was actually contacted by SWA about this opportunity. I make quite a bit more than 130K as a 135 captain, but there's a lot to be said for SWA - I know a couple of guys who fly with ya'll and they love the company. Do any of you line pilots know if there's a path forward into flying over there from an instructor position if I elected to do that, or would I be better off simply applying for a pilot position?
If you meet the requirements, I would apply for the pilot position. The SIM position is the "carrot on the stick" and I think you have to commit to 3 years before being considered for a pilot position. In the current market, I don't think it's a good idea for someone who wants to keep flying or wants to get on with someone else. For someone without a medical, over 65, or just someone not interested in flying the line it is a good opportunity, especially if you live in the DAL area. They do offer positive space tickets for commuters but would need to get a hotel or place if you are from out of town. I know of one person (MIL and B737 qualified) who was turned down for a pilot position but was hired as a SIM guy. He went through everything and soon after being qualified he got picked up by a legacy carrier.