Xojet
05-12-2015, 06:36 AM
#592
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Why isn't XO a good place to be for the long term? I understand the pay is low (for now), but with guy/gals leaving for "the legacies", I would assume it would be a short stay in the right seat. Is there a bigger than usual management vs. pilot struggle here? Are there any thoughts about the future of the company? Most people I talk to seem bleak on that topic, I just want to know why.
05-12-2015, 06:46 AM
#593
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Joined APC: Sep 2009
Position: Left seat of a Jet
Posts: 514
I have always been hesitate to go to a company or send anyone there unless I can determine why employees feel a certain way about a company, especially if its it not warm and fuzzy. I have had my share of nightmares on elm street with certain companies.
05-12-2015, 10:21 AM
#594
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Joined APC: Dec 2012
Posts: 181
Originally Posted by ChooChooMF
Why isn't XO a good place to be for the long term? I understand the pay is low (for now), but with guy/gals leaving for "the legacies", I would assume it would be a short stay in the right seat. Is there a bigger than usual management vs. pilot struggle here? Are there any thoughts about the future of the company? Most people I talk to seem bleak on that topic, I just want to know why.
I was able to get hired in 2008 by United; but I heard from the chief pilot about it. Thankfully I now work there.
XOJet insists on scheduling crews using a "rolling rest" schedule. It's illegal. I know for sure because I was a POI at the FAA for 135 operations.
05-12-2015, 11:48 AM
#595
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Position: FO
Posts: 627
They're hiring.
Job Description
XOJET, Inc is currently hiring qualified pilots to join our team of professionals.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
FAA First Class Medical
ATP rated or Commercial rated with ATP written complete
Restricted Radiotelephone Operators Permit
Valid driver’s license
Valid passport
Impeccable safety record
A strong work ethic and excellent team member
Excellent Crew Resource Management skills
COMPETITIVE SIC APPLICANTS SHOULD HAVE THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
2000 Total Time
500 PIC
500 MEL
150 Instrument
100 Turbine
Job Description
XOJET, Inc is currently hiring qualified pilots to join our team of professionals.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
FAA First Class Medical
ATP rated or Commercial rated with ATP written complete
Restricted Radiotelephone Operators Permit
Valid driver’s license
Valid passport
Impeccable safety record
A strong work ethic and excellent team member
Excellent Crew Resource Management skills
COMPETITIVE SIC APPLICANTS SHOULD HAVE THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
2000 Total Time
500 PIC
500 MEL
150 Instrument
100 Turbine
05-12-2015, 11:51 AM
#596
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Joined APC: Nov 2014
Position: Phenom
Posts: 82
Are there any other ways of getting an interview at XOJet outside of knowing someone in the company? I keep my resume updated with them and see them still advertising that they need pilots. ATP MEL, 4000+ total, 3800+ turbine, 3500+ PIC, line/instrument check current. I would think I'm at least somewhat competitive to at least get a call.
05-12-2015, 01:39 PM
#597
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Joined APC: Oct 2008
Position: Boeing right seat
Posts: 1,541
Originally Posted by BuddhaPilot73
ATP MEL, 4000+ total, 3800+ turbine, 3500+ PIC, line/instrument check current. I would think I'm at least somewhat competitive to at least get a call.
05-12-2015, 03:19 PM
#598
weekends off? Nope...
Joined APC: Apr 2014
Posts: 1,941
Originally Posted by FAAFlyer
XOJet insists on scheduling crews using a "rolling rest" schedule. It's illegal. I know for sure because I was a POI at the FAA for 135 operations.
05-12-2015, 03:34 PM
#599
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Joined APC: Aug 2011
Position: Hoping for any position
Posts: 2,504
Originally Posted by Smooth at FL450
This policy, or really lack of policy, is going away thanks to our new VP of Safety. Things are improving...finally.
05-12-2015, 11:32 PM
#600
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Originally Posted by fishforfun
When I met with the recruiters at WAI I was tough on them about these rules and how they follow them. Either all the recruiters had the same talking points or the company is doing a good job of not violating them. That was a big concern when looking at a 135 company. I was actually very impressed with XOJET and if they paid a bit more wouldn't have a problem working for them for an extended period. Long term, the money just isn't there and they will only be a touch and go for many.
XOJet would beat gaining experience at a regional. If rolling rest is no longer an issue I stand corrected.
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