Originally Posted by
Lori Clark
SWA changes with the tide - if you are in a competitive hiring environment then you'll probably find that having the type is necessary for interview. They always require the type for hiring, but relax the requirement for interview if they are finding it tough to fill their interview sessions with those how already have it.
Since this type requirement is such a well-known fact, all airlines are savvy and will look for it on your resume or ticket. Every employer out there wants to know you really want to work for them (it's all about ROI, my friend) so they will inquire if you have obtained it. This certainly doesn't mean you won't get the "other" airline job, they know the score and the competitive environment. You'll just have to be a little more convincing that you won't jump from their ship once SWA starts hiring again or invites you to interview.
Hope that helps
First off, hi Lori. I dealt with you and was one of the many pilots hired at the regional you were working at in 2004. You were great to work with. After 4 years at that job I was hired by US Airways and flying out of Charlotte, which was great for me since that is where I live!! Unfortunately I was furloughed in January, so here we are again!
A couple questions:
Forgive my ignorance, but what is ROI?
Second question is: I may have a way that part or most of a 737 type rating might be paid for. So I think this may be worth it to me. If I interview with someone else, do you think it would "fly" to tell them that I couldn't pass up such an opportunity just simply because it adds to my qualifications and makes me more marketable?
Third question: If I remember right, wasn't there a specific recommended place where folks were going to get 737 type?
Thanks.