New Hire Thread
07-12-2021, 04:34 PM
#171
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Originally Posted by JacksonThunder
It’s really based on attrition. Our training pipeline (ground, sims, OE) can only handle x amount per month.
07-12-2021, 04:52 PM
#172
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Originally Posted by flybub
Is there a new class every week? Last I heard class sizes were 12-15 because of Covid restrictions.
07-12-2021, 07:38 PM
#173
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Originally Posted by flybub
Is there a new class every week? Last I heard class sizes were 12-15 because of Covid restrictions.
07-13-2021, 12:47 AM
#174
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Originally Posted by JacksonThunder
12-15 a week is 48-60 a month. We have limited training resources. In fact, in 2019, it was a complete **** show. Individuals were waiting weeks between sims. And the majority of pilots could not consolidate due to the lack of flying
07-13-2021, 02:35 AM
#175
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Originally Posted by JacksonThunder
12-15 a week is 48-60 a month. We have limited training resources. In fact, in 2019, it was a complete **** show. Individuals were waiting weeks between sims. And the majority of pilots could not consolidate due to the lack of flying
07-13-2021, 07:34 AM
#176
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Originally Posted by flybub
What do you mean by consolidate?
07-13-2021, 08:01 AM
#177
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Originally Posted by JacksonThunder
Consolidation of knowledge it’s a FAR requirement. You must fly 100 hours in 120 days, otherwise you must retake your initial checkride to reset the clock. There is an extension available provided you fly with a line check pilot who signs off on the extension.
07-13-2021, 02:31 PM
#179
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Originally Posted by skyhawk33
How far ahead of training date should I expect to receive an email for fingerprints, background check, PRIA, drug test and all that good stuff? Two months to my class and I haven’t received anything yet. Just wondering
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