Atlas Air Hiring
09-06-2013, 02:19 PM
#6752
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Joined APC: Apr 2007
Position: B744 FO
Posts: 375
Originally Posted by captainv
I wouldn't even go that far. You're bidding on a potential footprint, nothing more.YMMV
But having said that, still enjoying it.... always an adventure.
09-06-2013, 04:30 PM
#6753
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Joined APC: Apr 2007
Position: 747
Posts: 1,290
Originally Posted by Nineteener
I submitted an application about 4 months ago. I haven't heard anything back. I'm a 121 steam gauge turbo prop guy. Is it true that although I meet the minimums, these guys are only looking for jet/glass time?
There was a C-130 driver with less than 3k in my new hire class who had only turbo prop time - about half of what you have - who is a 744 FO now.
And, yes they do like glass time, too. But if they think you are quick on the uptake, you may get the nod.
Some guys don't get called for years - literally. Some get called right away. You never know.
They seem like persistence and enthusiasm, so just keep trying.
Update, study up, and be ready if and when they call.
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09-06-2013, 07:11 PM
#6754
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Joined APC: May 2010
Position: B767 CA
Posts: 1,100
Another interview gouge...is to always have several situations that you have experienced, and (here is the key) what you learned from them...even if at the time it may have been a failure or some kind on your part.
Also, they will determine how well you are prepared by the types of questions you ask...remember, it is a two-way street when it comes to the suitability of this company (or any other like Atlas) to what you are looking for, or even what your personal situation can handle.
Good luck...I might see some of you in Miami next week...it it time for my annual attitude readjustment (commonly known as Recurrent Training and Checkride!!)...
Also, they will determine how well you are prepared by the types of questions you ask...remember, it is a two-way street when it comes to the suitability of this company (or any other like Atlas) to what you are looking for, or even what your personal situation can handle.
Good luck...I might see some of you in Miami next week...it it time for my annual attitude readjustment (commonly known as Recurrent Training and Checkride!!)...
09-07-2013, 09:35 AM
#6755
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Joined APC: Nov 2012
Posts: 131
Is Atlas still "home based"? Or do you have to commute into a domicile to start a trip? To be more specific do you get "positive space" tickets to where they need you to start your trip from where you live or from where you are based?
09-07-2013, 09:49 AM
#6756
In The Clouds
Joined APC: Apr 2011
Posts: 119
Magpuller: There are some very detailed responses regarding all of the commuting issues from many articulate Atlas Drivers on board.
From my reviews of this thread including the recent ones: If you live under 130 miles from your base, you do not get positive spaced to your base (i.e. Newburgh, NY to JFK).
The above is just a summary. I currently commute for my current gig. Whenever my lottery number comes up for Atlas, I will gladly take their positive space gateway travel/hotel arrangements.
Best of luck to you.
J
From my reviews of this thread including the recent ones: If you live under 130 miles from your base, you do not get positive spaced to your base (i.e. Newburgh, NY to JFK).
The above is just a summary. I currently commute for my current gig. Whenever my lottery number comes up for Atlas, I will gladly take their positive space gateway travel/hotel arrangements.
Best of luck to you.
J
09-07-2013, 09:53 AM
#6757
In The Clouds
Joined APC: Apr 2011
Posts: 119
Operational Question For Atlas Gurus
I get the flexibility and the differences for Warm Wx vs. Cold Wx trips and what to pack. Are the aircraft supplied with parkas and other cold weather gear for those who may find themselves in sunny paradise one week with a trip deviation to Thule, Greenland to pick up mating penguins?
Just inquiring an operational question while on vacation.
Best of luck next week to the interviewee's.
Just inquiring an operational question while on vacation.
Best of luck next week to the interviewee's.
09-07-2013, 10:50 AM
#6758
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Joined APC: Oct 2007
Position: Sr. VP of button pushing
Posts: 2,730
Ah, no. While I've been awarded lines that went to Europe and when I left the house I went to Shanghai, I haven't made unplanned crossings of the Tropic of Capricorn. Currently I'd say most of the business (outside of the MIA-SA runs and QANTAS rim trips) stays in the northern hemisphere. So if I have clothes suitable for home and suitable for ANC I think I've covered the bases. Of course it only takes one charter to the Falkland Islands in August to blow that theory. YMMV
09-07-2013, 02:04 PM
#6759
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Position: Exploring the world, oh yeah and I fly big planes!
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Then again if you're on the 763F doing DHL in the pacific you'll be crossing the equator regularly and when it's winter on one side of the equator it's summer on the other. Part of the Atlas Adventure (AA) 
09-07-2013, 03:11 PM
#6760
Tuk er jerbs!
Joined APC: Mar 2007
Position: B747 Left
Posts: 1,342
Originally Posted by worldfr8dog
Then again if you're on the 763F doing DHL in the pacific you'll be crossing the equator regularly and when it's winter on one side of the equator it's summer on the other. Part of the Atlas Adventure (AA)
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