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Old 08-22-2007, 06:47 AM
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I am really a newbie at this site - I really am an addict to all the knowledge - so thanks in advance....

If you have your ATP written, and you have the 1500 hours -

If you get hired and not washout - when you go for your sim ride as an FO, can you get a type rating added to your ticket - or is it a SIC rating?

Currently 1380 TT 80 ME holding out leaving for a full time aviation job till I finish my MEI and get 200 ME and thinking about finishing my ATP since I am close to the 1500.

With the competition at sim centers - I have seen type ratings (accelerated - 80 hours home study prior to class) for 737 as low as $4995 - $6995... Would it be actually to my disadvantage if I went and got a type rating prior to starting interviewing with airlines?

My thoughts would be that the interviewers would think I was not planning on staying long? When in reality who is going to let a 200 ME pilot fly for a 737?

I would be merely getting the Type to prove I could make it through structured training.

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Old 08-22-2007, 07:15 AM
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Depending on the airline, usually you'll have an SIC type after initial. You'll get the PIC type when you upgrade.

With the state of the regional industry today, getting a type rating is absurd. Save your money, and get the free type rating your company gives you. Someday, if you decide to go to Southwest, then consider a type rating.

Right now you're better off just investing the money and letting it grow over time.
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Old 08-31-2007, 09:34 PM
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What's the scoop if I want to get a DC-3 type rating. I know someone flys them somewhere, just don't know who or where.

I like the round sound and older planes anyway. So would be looking to work it out in a couple of years when I retire from my current career.

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Old 09-01-2007, 03:15 AM
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Originally Posted by FlyingDog View Post
With the competition at sim centers - I have seen type ratings (accelerated - 80 hours home study prior to class) for 737 as low as $4995 - $6995... Would it be actually to my disadvantage if I went and got a type rating prior to starting interviewing with airlines?

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I think to qualify for some of those sim only type rating courses you need some pretty heavy times. ie, 2000 hours in jet/turbine engines, or already hold a type rating in something. Take a look at the requirements before you fork over any deposit.
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Old 09-01-2007, 06:19 AM
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http://www.centercomp.com/dc3/flights_index.htm
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Old 09-01-2007, 08:59 AM
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Generally, it is a waste of money to buy a type rating unless you already have a firm job offer in hand which requires that type. The two possible exceptions:

You may benefit from a 737 type if you really want to work at SWA and already meet their mins (however plenty of people are getting the interview without the type these days).

If you have aspirations to be a career corporate pilot, a Citation type rating might be worth the investment (if you don't have any other jet types).


Other than that, buying types is a rich man's hobby.
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Old 09-03-2007, 08:52 AM
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Originally Posted by Skylane View Post
What's the scoop if I want to get a DC-3 type rating. I know someone flys them somewhere, just don't know who or where.

I like the round sound and older planes anyway. So would be looking to work it out in a couple of years when I retire from my current career.

Thanks, Bub
I would also like info on getting a DC-3 type. What if you are not at ATP minimums - can you still get a type rating, and have it become "active" when you hit minimums?
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