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Old 12-28-2006, 10:04 AM
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Hi,
Finally after several attempts to join APC, I have been granted a slot. So here it goes : I have been in the UPS pool for a freaking long a** time. I have had all sorts of intel about classes i.e. dates, equip, quals of new hires,bases, size of the pool (76) stc. What no one seems to figure out is how long was the longest someone swims for. I have tons of experience(presently flying Left seat 747 out of ANC), lor's and still I swim. So does anyone know the record for length before getting out? I interviewed 3/05 and received my letter 6/05. I know a guy that was put in the pool about the same time as me and he got a class 8/06. Any one else in the same set of circumstances?
Lastly, any advice for getting out?
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Old 12-28-2006, 10:20 AM
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maybe they are waiting for the 1st new hire class with a 747 ANC slot
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Old 12-28-2006, 10:30 AM
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I've heard that rumor before. Some of the guys who were my FO's were hired for 757/767, so if they were looking for whale drivers then they already put them in classes.
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Old 12-28-2006, 11:00 AM
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WOW, that is a long time ...






Almost sounds like something fell through the cracks ?
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Old 12-28-2006, 11:07 AM
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When was the last time you directly contacted HR? The guys in the room had some questions about that. What did the company say last time you contacted them?
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Old 12-28-2006, 01:32 PM
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a2b,

Sorry to hear that you are still swimming. I think there are folks that interviewed before you that are still in the pool. I think that the whole setup stinks, but it is what it is. Keep the faith and the call will come!

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Old 12-28-2006, 01:40 PM
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Interview Feb-02'
pool
Re-Interview Oct-04'
Class in Nov 04'

Not to sound sappy but its worth the wait.
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Old 12-28-2006, 01:51 PM
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I know of a guy who interviewed in Dec '04. Was flying a 75/76 international when he interview and sat in the pool for 1.5 years before he was called into class. Don't know why he did, he never asked. Just cglad he was in.

Just hang out and wait, and wait.......and wait.
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Old 12-28-2006, 02:02 PM
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That's an awfully long time.. I'd call HR and ask if they have your current contact information. Then mention that you are currently a 747 Captain out of ANC if they're looking for anyone to fly widebodies out of Alaska.
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Old 12-28-2006, 02:40 PM
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Know of two great people who have been swimming longer...
one interviewed in Mar. of 2005 and got the pool letter in Apr. of 2005.
The other interviewed in Feb of 2005 and has been swimming since Mar. of 2005. HR is aware of these two, as one has contacted them directly, and the other had his sponsor go check on his status. I believe there is someone on this board posting under the name Wigwags that has been swimming longer than these other two. Good luck KBB, MB, Wigwags, and the rest of those who have been swimming for what seems like forever. Hopefully 2007 will be the year for your phones to ring!
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