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02-10-2017, 11:10 AM
#1021
Gets Weekends Off
Joined APC: Feb 2013
Position: CRJ200; FO
Posts: 391
Originally Posted by Petethedog
Nice to see the bump and movement in the right direction for you guys.
I recently visited job fair and had a phone screen with one of the captains/recruiters.
I enjoyed the conversations and I liked the folks I have interacted with as they seemed "on the level" about pros and cons. I found a lot to like about what I heard (great flying, decent pay, great crews/equipment, good advancement opportunities and a management that sounds interested in making it an attractive place to hang around for the long term).
The 8/6 schedule is daunting, however. It sounds like a 7/7 just ain't going to happen. OK....
For me, if the vacation time schedule was improved, the 8/6 would be far more attractive. Man, would love to see 2 weeks vacation offered at year two. 3 weeks at year 5. Then, it would be a super appealing opportunity.
Anyone there see a glimmer of hope in this regard?
I recently visited job fair and had a phone screen with one of the captains/recruiters.
I enjoyed the conversations and I liked the folks I have interacted with as they seemed "on the level" about pros and cons. I found a lot to like about what I heard (great flying, decent pay, great crews/equipment, good advancement opportunities and a management that sounds interested in making it an attractive place to hang around for the long term).
The 8/6 schedule is daunting, however. It sounds like a 7/7 just ain't going to happen. OK....
For me, if the vacation time schedule was improved, the 8/6 would be far more attractive. Man, would love to see 2 weeks vacation offered at year two. 3 weeks at year 5. Then, it would be a super appealing opportunity.
Anyone there see a glimmer of hope in this regard?
02-10-2017, 11:26 AM
#1022
Gets Weekends Off
Joined APC: Apr 2008
Position: Frieght Dog
Posts: 102
Originally Posted by MOGuy
I wholeheartedly agree. It shouldn't take 5 years to get to 2 weeks of vacation. 3 years max. But no I wouldn't bet on it anytime soon, or ever. But hey I've been wrong before.
... Quick question: What days do you start/end rotations?
02-10-2017, 11:36 AM
#1023
Gets Weekends Off
Joined APC: Apr 2008
Position: Frieght Dog
Posts: 102
Originally Posted by MOGuy
I wholeheartedly agree. It shouldn't take 5 years to get to 2 weeks of vacation. 3 years max. But no I wouldn't bet on it anytime soon, or ever. But hey I've been wrong before.
... Quick question: What days do you start/end rotations?
02-10-2017, 04:11 PM
#1025
Layover Master
Joined APC: Jan 2013
Position: Seated
Posts: 4,310
Originally Posted by MOGuy
I wholeheartedly agree. It shouldn't take 5 years to get to 2 weeks of vacation. 3 years max. But no I wouldn't bet on it anytime soon, or ever. But hey I've been wrong before.
7/7 with decent vacation... different story.
02-10-2017, 06:01 PM
#1026
Gets Weekends Off
Joined APC: Feb 2013
Position: CRJ200; FO
Posts: 391
Originally Posted by PotatoChip
I also agree. I had the phone screen conversation and it went very well. The pilot screener was open and candid about the pros and cons. Personally, I decided to turn down the technical screening. 8/6 with poor vacation isn't going to work long term and I am not trying to use XOJet as a stepping stone at this point in my career.
7/7 with decent vacation... different story.
7/7 with decent vacation... different story.
02-22-2017, 04:55 AM
#1028
Gets Weekends Off
Joined APC: Dec 2011
Position: Left seat
Posts: 273
Originally Posted by multipilot
I'm just now jumping into this thread. I'm thinking about moving on from my corporate King Air job and applying at XOJet.
Anyone know the training dates for new hires?
Anyone know the training dates for new hires?
03-07-2017, 08:33 PM
#1029
Line Holder
Joined APC: Aug 2016
Posts: 47
Potential new hire
I ran into an XOJet pilot in the FBO, and we started talking companies. I work for a smaller competitor and was intrigued by XOJet's aircraft and better pay scale. Though I don't know anybody in the company, I threw in an app. All they can do is ignore it, right?
But should I get the call, the question I won't ask - because it isn't appropriate - has to do with the work day. Specifically, how many legs (and how long) are XOJet pilots flying per workday? I usually fly 3-6, mostly quick turns, with the usual catering issues, gas, flight planning, etc. It can suck the fun out of flying pretty quickly.
At the risk of sounding naïve, is it better at XOJet? Are there fewer legs? Does ops change the game plan halfway through every day? Is there a little bit of downtime built into the day, or is it go-go-go?
As much as I love the work, I want to enjoy it a bit more and stress a bit less. Thanks y'all.
But should I get the call, the question I won't ask - because it isn't appropriate - has to do with the work day. Specifically, how many legs (and how long) are XOJet pilots flying per workday? I usually fly 3-6, mostly quick turns, with the usual catering issues, gas, flight planning, etc. It can suck the fun out of flying pretty quickly.
At the risk of sounding naïve, is it better at XOJet? Are there fewer legs? Does ops change the game plan halfway through every day? Is there a little bit of downtime built into the day, or is it go-go-go?
As much as I love the work, I want to enjoy it a bit more and stress a bit less. Thanks y'all.
03-08-2017, 05:40 AM
#1030
weekends off? Nope...
Joined APC: Apr 2014
Posts: 1,935
Originally Posted by Btoflyer
But should I get the call, the question I won't ask - because it isn't appropriate - has to do with the work day. Specifically, how many legs (and how long) are XOJet pilots flying per workday? I usually fly 3-6, mostly quick turns, with the usual catering issues, gas, flight planning, etc. It can suck the fun out of flying pretty quickly.
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