I asked this question directly to a Delta HR person. I was told they have no problem at all taking people from other majors and that's a common misconception they hear. They said in fact they really think highly of when someone would rather work for Delta and they know industry timing and such may be why you're there.

 

Along with regionals, my recent Indoc class had pilots from United, Frontier, and Jet Blue. It was probably 2/3 military.

 

Thanks for the speedy reply, I appreciate it. Now I guess I can blame my lack of an interview on my lackluster piloting!

 

Typically HR departments really like to hire away from their rivals when they can. I'd say you have a good shot. Although I'm sure time is ticking, as at some point you'll get the golden handcuffs where you're at.

 

Mike, Ghilis, and Yo...thanks for the input. I'll send an email. Sounds like it certainly doesn't hurt. Appreciate the info.

 

I think there's something as well of "if the person was picked out of the pile/hired at another legacy, theres definitely traits that are making tem stand out from the XX,XXX applicants on file".

It happened PLENTY before 9/11. Pilot leaves Legacy A for Legacy B, etc.

It's like wen you're dating a smoking hot chick, for some reason the other smoking hot chicks notice you. Not dating a smoking hot chick? Seems harder.

 

What's wrong with that? Working as a team was the first lesson!

 

Don't get your hopes up about that....dudes are leaving as fast as they can, even full-timers in the the ANG/AFR.

But don't worry about things you can't control. If you meet the mins and your resume is competitive, you'll get the call. Just DO NOT go into the interview with all the mil dudes thinking you're somehow competing with them. Interviewees are not competing. You bring unique skills to the table and show that with your winning personality!

I've flown with all shapes and sizes at DAL and they're all top notch. I, however, always spin back to 210 from 211, no matter who's flying!

 

One year in and you want to start over? I have so many questions haha. If its United, hang in there. You've got a great group and fairly good work rules, and your pay is only slightly lower but should achieve parity soon. If its USAir, hang in there. Youre about to be a part of the biggest airline with such a bright future that the management guys are coming into indoc classes telling us the main concern as far as competition within the US is the new American, and they will likely be the industry leader in 5-10 years. Delta and AA will likely be on par, and United will get there eventually.

If its location you're after, then disregard everything and keep pursuing Delta. Our shining star here is Mr. Richard Anderson. What a phenomenal visionary. When he leaves, whoever replaces him will have very big shoes to fill. Keep that in mind as your airline is certainly pursuing a similar leader. Good luck!

 

Honestly, I've had a great experience with my current employer. Nothing bad to say at all. I just have some personal and professional reasons that I feel that Delta is the best fit for me; not the least of which is the fact that I live in Atlanta!