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golf papa 02-10-2018 09:54 AM

Need a class 1 to apply to AAL?
 
Hi,

Should be an easy question to answer -- I am a current military pilot with a flight physical, and I want to get my app into AAL as soon as I can via pilotcredentials.com, but on the link, the minimum prerequisite questions tell me I need a valid FAA class 1 before applying.

I have found an AME in my local area, but I don't want to spend the money or get it too early if I don't need it yet, I'm about a year out from leaving the military.

Should I get my flight physical now or will AAL pay for it if I get hired or what?

Thanks,

GP

FlewNavy 02-10-2018 10:42 AM


Originally Posted by golf papa (Post 2524750)
Hi,

Should be an easy question to answer -- I am a current military pilot with a flight physical, and I want to get my app into AAL as soon as I can via pilotcredentials.com, but on the link, the minimum prerequisite questions tell me I need a valid FAA class 1 before applying.

I have found an AME in my local area, but I don't want to spend the money or get it too early if I don't need it yet, I'm about a year out from leaving the military.

Should I get my flight physical now or will AAL pay for it if I get hired or what?

Thanks,

GP

It is unlikely that your application would even be considered for review if you did not have a current 1st class medical.

Your military flight surgeon may also be an FAA AME and can give you a 2nd class and an EKG. You can then mail/fax in your EKG to Oklahoma and request your 2nd class be upgraded to a first class.

My recommendation is to find an AME in your area that you will use after you leave the military. Build a continuing relationship with the AME so that they know your history and your future class 1s will only take 5 min.

After you realize your AME is making $400-$800 per hour signing off flight physicals you will kick yourself for not going to medical school.

Mover 02-10-2018 01:01 PM


Originally Posted by golf papa (Post 2524750)
Hi,

Should be an easy question to answer -- I am a current military pilot with a flight physical, and I want to get my app into AAL as soon as I can via pilotcredentials.com, but on the link, the minimum prerequisite questions tell me I need a valid FAA class 1 before applying.

I have found an AME in my local area, but I don't want to spend the money or get it too early if I don't need it yet, I'm about a year out from leaving the military.

Should I get my flight physical now or will AAL pay for it if I get hired or what?

Thanks,

GP

AA will not pay for it ever.

MarineGrunt 02-10-2018 05:57 PM

Go get the physical. This is a pretty obvious one...

DarinFred 02-11-2018 08:01 AM

Don’t step over $5-7mil to save $100. Just get it.

Otterbox 02-11-2018 11:43 AM


Originally Posted by golf papa (Post 2524750)
Hi,

Should be an easy question to answer -- I am a current military pilot with a flight physical, and I want to get my app into AAL as soon as I can via pilotcredentials.com, but on the link, the minimum prerequisite questions tell me I need a valid FAA class 1 before applying.

I have found an AME in my local area, but I don't want to spend the money or get it too early if I don't need it yet, I'm about a year out from leaving the military.

Should I get my flight physical now or will AAL pay for it if I get hired or what?

Thanks,

GP

Better get used to paying to play...

Good news is your class 1 will allow you to apply to all the majors. Don’t forget to update it every 6 months if that’s required based on your age/ airline targets.

kme9418 02-11-2018 01:14 PM

Another reason to get it now is just to make sure there are no surprises. If you have to work a special issuance (waiver) for any reason, this gives you plenty of lead time to work with the FAA.

Sliceback 02-12-2018 04:40 AM

“the minimum prerequisite questions tell me I need a valid FAA class 1 before applying.”

Black and white. This isn’t a trick question.

jcountry 02-12-2018 08:17 AM


Originally Posted by Sliceback (Post 2526173)
“the minimum prerequisite questions tell me I need a valid FAA class 1 before applying.”

Black and white. This isn’t a trick question.

Yep.

I can’t imagine someone is cheaping out over this.

I never cease to be amazed at how strange some pilots are. 100 bucks for a medical. 300 bucks for interview prep. 60 bucks for shoes. Too much?

Damn. People spend more than that on just the examiner fee for a private pilot check ride. Quit being a cheap ass!

Battlinbear21 02-12-2018 09:35 AM


Originally Posted by jcountry (Post 2526369)
Yep.

I can’t imagine someone is cheaping out over this.

I never cease to be amazed at how strange some pilots are. 100 bucks for a medical. 300 bucks for interview prep. 60 bucks for shoes. Too much?

Damn. People spend more than that on just the examiner fee for a private pilot check ride. Quit being a cheap ass!

Hahaha. Doesn’t Yo Nited still charge $70 just to apply w airline apps membership? Cross that one off the list..


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