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08-26-2008, 08:08 PM

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dudewannabe

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Originally Posted by ducgsxr

I am about 3 yrs from the end of my obligation, and have a few questions. If UPS/FedEx are hiring then, I'm considering that route. Is it worth me going out of pocket for a 757/767 type? Just did the ATP, and the VA will pay for 60% of a type. From what I've been told, I should be ballpark on the resume with time and ground jobs, so will the type make a difference? Does the Masters Degree I'm working on at Embry Riddle help at all? Also, how does the cargo side differ from what I've heard is a mostly negative picture at the majors today? I've just heard that cargo "is where you want to be". Any info is much appreciated.

Thanks

It's not the type rating, it's the actual experience in type that counts.

Military guys usually get the red carpet treatment anyway. You should get the interview by just checking the military box, what happens after that is more your personality not so much what type ratings you have.

Good luck

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