TPIC requirement vs "preferred"
04-23-2017 | 04:58 AM
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TPIC requirement vs "preferred"
Could anyone help clarify what is happening with the turbine PIC requirement for new hires. I've heard that it's only "preferred " now versus required. But, I also heard that "preferred" actually means "required" unless you have a 767 type rating . I saw Southwest just changed their TPIC to "preferred " . Has anyone been hired at FedEx without 1000 TPIC who does not have a 767 type rating?
04-23-2017 | 06:12 AM
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Could anyone help clarify what is happening with the turbine PIC requirement for new hires. I've heard that it's only "preferred " now versus required. But, I also heard that "preferred" actually means "required" unless you have a 767 type rating . I saw Southwest just changed their TPIC to "preferred " . Has anyone been hired at FedEx without 1000 TPIC who does not have a 767 type rating?
04-28-2017 | 07:42 PM
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Did they give any insight to what is competitive? Looking to transition in a year and anticipate having ~1750 PIC (mil, fighter background). Just want to make sure I set realistic expectations.
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04-28-2017 | 07:54 PM
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04-28-2017 | 08:09 PM
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Thanks for the insight, Check6. I recognize that these things can change for innumerable reasons but FDX is my number one choice and I want to ensure I am doing everything in my power to be as competitive as possible.
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04-29-2017 | 04:01 AM
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04-29-2017 | 04:58 PM
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Any idea if there are special Mil quals that might lower the 1000 PIC "preferred" like the mentioned 767 Type might do?
Mil guy, ~1900TT, ~800 Multi-engine turbine PIC, instructor/evaluator, Test Pilot School graduate. Not being a jet guy means about half the test flights I fly now, I'm not the PIC. Transitioning in about a year and also looking to temper expectations.
Mil guy, ~1900TT, ~800 Multi-engine turbine PIC, instructor/evaluator, Test Pilot School graduate. Not being a jet guy means about half the test flights I fly now, I'm not the PIC. Transitioning in about a year and also looking to temper expectations.
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