Originally Posted by
CaptKak
I’d be very careful going for this job. I recommend reading previous posts for sure before you decide to apply. If you want to move to DFW there are a TONZ of better places to instruct and lots of pilot positions. Not trying to burst your bubble but if you are considering FCTI with SWA I’d definitely suggest talking to a few current instructors and at least reading the previous comments from other instructors.
Can you name the better places to instruct in Dallas? FlightSafety or CAE? Both pay less and require more working days each month. American? Pays substantially less.
I think the biggest gripe has been from retired (over 65) instructors, doing it for 'fun,' deciding they don't want to work 20 days each month. Hopefully most of them will be allowed to go part time.
Pay continues to improve and I expect QoL improvements with the next CBA. There are multiple pros and cons to every job. Instructing is a different lifestyle from line flying and a different skill set. Not every pilot will enjoy it or be cut out for it.