New Hire Thread
06-09-2021, 08:30 PM
#11
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Joined APC: Apr 2019
Posts: 1,077
Originally Posted by Green Needles
I highly stress you DO go home. Work/life balance is extremely important. Don't burn yourself out during training. Yes, it's drinking water from a fire hose, but it's manageable. Be diligent about studying and ask lots of good questions. They will teach you what you need to know.
Ground school is pretty easy. Focus on it one step at a time. Before class make sure you have IFR procedures down cold. There also are a couple good Quizlets (trust, but verify) about limitations and memory items once you know your airplane. Don't go too deep into anything they don't tell you to before class, they want to teach you the Endeavor way. It's far easier to learn it correctly the first time. Between ground school and FTD/sims, know the normal procedures, supplemental procedures (specifically the FFOD checks), and profiles before you get in the box.
Be disciplined in your studies, but make sure to make time for family/loved ones and enjoy it. Our training department is good. Oh yeah, "You'll learn that on the line!"
Ground school is pretty easy. Focus on it one step at a time. Before class make sure you have IFR procedures down cold. There also are a couple good Quizlets (trust, but verify) about limitations and memory items once you know your airplane. Don't go too deep into anything they don't tell you to before class, they want to teach you the Endeavor way. It's far easier to learn it correctly the first time. Between ground school and FTD/sims, know the normal procedures, supplemental procedures (specifically the FFOD checks), and profiles before you get in the box.
Be disciplined in your studies, but make sure to make time for family/loved ones and enjoy it. Our training department is good. Oh yeah, "You'll learn that on the line!"
06-09-2021, 08:38 PM
#12
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Joined APC: Nov 2016
Posts: 896
Super secret OE shortcut: you need to open a bottle of Niagara water without spilling, then cleanly tear and Mesabagami the release. If you can satisfactorily complete these two tasks on your first leg of OE, you immediately pass and are promoted to Captain. 
06-09-2021, 09:05 PM
#13
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Joined APC: Apr 2019
Posts: 1,077
Originally Posted by Green Needles
Super secret OE shortcut: you need to open a bottle of Niagara water without spilling, then cleanly tear and Mesabagami the release. If you can satisfactorily complete these two tasks on your first leg of OE, you immediately pass and are promoted to Captain.
06-10-2021, 02:16 AM
#14
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Joined APC: Apr 2006
Position: Sofa Stress Tester
Posts: 614
Originally Posted by Green Needles
I highly stress you DO go home. Work/life balance is extremely important. Don't burn yourself out during training. Yes, it's drinking water from a fire hose, but it's manageable. Be diligent about studying and ask lots of good questions. They will teach you what you need to know.
Ground school is pretty easy. Focus on it one step at a time. Before class make sure you have IFR procedures down cold. There also are a couple good Quizlets (trust, but verify) about limitations and memory items once you know your airplane. Don't go too deep into anything they don't tell you to before class, they want to teach you the Endeavor way. It's far easier to learn it correctly the first time. Between ground school and FTD/sims, know the normal procedures, supplemental procedures (specifically the FFOD checks), and profiles before you get in the box.
Be disciplined in your studies, but make sure to make time for family/loved ones and enjoy it. Our training department is good. Oh yeah, "You'll learn that on the line!"
Ground school is pretty easy. Focus on it one step at a time. Before class make sure you have IFR procedures down cold. There also are a couple good Quizlets (trust, but verify) about limitations and memory items once you know your airplane. Don't go too deep into anything they don't tell you to before class, they want to teach you the Endeavor way. It's far easier to learn it correctly the first time. Between ground school and FTD/sims, know the normal procedures, supplemental procedures (specifically the FFOD checks), and profiles before you get in the box.
Be disciplined in your studies, but make sure to make time for family/loved ones and enjoy it. Our training department is good. Oh yeah, "You'll learn that on the line!"
You’re exactly correct! A work/life balance is extremely important, absolutely agree. Just not while you in initial training. Gut this out for the 3 months, if you have extended time off (not a 2 day weekend) then use your discretion.
I don’t know what you guys/gals are seeing, but FTD or procedures trainer is where a lot of folks get hung up. You need to give yourself time to understand the systems and procedures.
06-11-2021, 10:45 AM
#18
On Reserve
Joined APC: Jun 2021
Posts: 19
Originally Posted by OscarRomeo
Has anyone received a class date in the last week or two care to share how far out they are currently?
Edit: With that being said, they are now processing people both at HQ and also a building owned by Delta due to the amount of new-hire processing.
06-13-2021, 08:03 PM
#19
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Joined APC: Jun 2019
Posts: 415
Absolutely go home when you can. Especially if you are married and/or have kids. The ground school isn’t that hard that 2 days away should be an issue.
As for jumpseat, I believe it is after the first couple days you’ll get your ID. Then you can jumpseat.
Hotel will be a decent “suite” type hotel with a kitchenette so you can cook if you choose to. They really take good care of you with the hotel.
Seniority is based on last 4 of your social. Highest number is most senior.
As for jumpseat, I believe it is after the first couple days you’ll get your ID. Then you can jumpseat.
Hotel will be a decent “suite” type hotel with a kitchenette so you can cook if you choose to. They really take good care of you with the hotel.
Seniority is based on last 4 of your social. Highest number is most senior.
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