Originally Posted by
Aldo Raine
Can anyone with first-hand knowledge discuss if there is any kind of backlog on the CA or FO side for 787 training? There have been a lot of awards over the past few vacancies, and I am just trying to figure out if a July activation date is realistic for the current vacancy.
When can one realistically expect to go to training if they are awarded the position now, since they indicate the possibility of going as early as June, possibly May with pop-up vacancies.
Thanks.
There’s definitely an issue retaining 787 sim instructors at TK. I’m not sure that would qualify as a “backlog” but if I had to guess I’d say July is pushing your luck for 22-08. I certainly wouldn’t count on any pop-ups. The shortage of check airmen is even worse. Three weeks to a couple months for IOE which only matters because you don’t get your new pay rate until you turn a wheel. Be aggressive with IOE scheduling. They like it when you do their job for them.