I am not sure if this the correct forum for this but do they tell you about call outs at your interview or are you suppose to already know what to say? If so, what things do you call out?

 

Call outs are company specific(although many use the same or similar ones), so if you need to know them you should be informed before or at the interview.

 

Some airlines include a simulator evaluation. The goal here is to see how well you can adapt your skills to something new. An ILS is still an ILS no matter what aircraft you are flying. They are looking at how you brief the approach, how you deal with mistakes, corrections, and if you can apply the “IFR Basics” to a different aircraft. Some airlines conduct the sim rides in planes they don’t even fly. It’s an exercise in CRM and the basics. When preparing for a simulator evaluation focus on some key areas.

Simulator briefing - learn to listen to instructions closely and carefully. Be sure not to miss important numbers, power settings, resources, or objectives. Be sure to note the profile used for the maneuver or approach. If unsure, ask how something should be set or used, the sim instructor will let you know if they can be used as an additional crew member or how to set radios and navaids.


Flying the FTD - Be sure to prepare yourself to fly a simulator or FTD. The handling qualities of these devices are generally different than that you are used to. Learn to interpret raw data, use the trim, and make smooth corrections. While focusing on flying, don’t forget some basic things like holding speeds and other IFR rules.


CRM - Don’t forget that one of the main things you will develop while in ground school at an airline is CRM. Be sure to demonstrate good use of others if available during your simulator session. If the sim instructor says he will act as your Captain or First Officer be sure to take advantage of that resource. Manage the cockpit and use standard callouts or as instructed during the brief.


Sound judgment - When conducting an approach or landing the aircraft, be mindful of the touchdown zone, as well as runway centerline, and remaining stabilized on the approach course. A missed approach looks better than a crash or fouled up approach.


Quality - Hold yourself to a high standard. Practice approaches before your sim ride if possible and stay instrument proficient.

Good Luck,
APM

 

At my sim ride. . .they told me to fly as if I was flying single pilot IFR.

 

Who's sim ride was that for?

 

wow..... way back when the sim evaluator was a damn good co pilot for me....LOL