Originally Posted by
Tjodalv43
Hello everyone,
I was wondering if anyone knows of someone with an Air Force Commander Directed Downgrade as it relates to getting an interview. I’ve applied to the last couple windows but haven’t heard anything. I’ve had several friends with about the same experience level (meeting or exceeding all the time requirements and preferences, Air Force safety experience, current check pilot, etc) who applied after me and aren’t available for hiring immediately (I’m available now) that have already received invites. The only difference is I have a CDD from 6 years ago so I had to check yes on that box.
I was hoping all the good “yes” questions would outweigh that one, but at this point I’m starting to get discouraged. I also have only applied to SWA as it’s my #1 preference but am looking at expanding out based on the above discussion and not hearing anything. Anyone know of someone hired with a Q3 or CDD and if they had a similar experience?
I don’t have the decoder ring nor am I aware of anyone with a Q3 history, but given the number of former AMC guys flying here I guarantee there are some. On the surface a 6-year old Q3 shouldn’t be a showstopper, especially with the hiring environment in the next few months. I understand SWA uses a computer algorithm to weed out apps/resumes, so if you haven’t already gotten both professionally reviewed that might be an option.
Otherwise I agree to open up your apps to other airlines. Best case it’s moot and you get a SWA interview first anyways, “worst” case you get a practice interview and get to wait X months for SWA on someone else’s seniority list instead of spending X months at home. And who knows, maybe you’ll like the someone else better anyways. Good luck!