Considering GoJet
04-25-2018, 05:30 AM
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Considering GoJet
Hey all!
I’m looking pretty heavily into GoJet. Just trying to get all the information and make the best decision. Currently a Metro pilot for a 135 operator with about 1000 hrs prior experience in a 91K. The earliest I could think about going to class would be November or so.
1- What are the chances of a new hire getting based in ORD or DEN?
2- How is the schedule? Pretty commuter friendly? I will be doing a 1 leg commute, but there are quite a few flights from my home to ORD and DEN everyday.
3- How long is the upgrade time? Of course everybody hears the canned “12-18 months,” but is that realistic?
4- How long is the training timeline? I will need to complete the ATP-CTP course.
I apologize if these questions have been answered before. Just trying to decide if this is the right fit for me. Thank you!
I’m looking pretty heavily into GoJet. Just trying to get all the information and make the best decision. Currently a Metro pilot for a 135 operator with about 1000 hrs prior experience in a 91K. The earliest I could think about going to class would be November or so.
1- What are the chances of a new hire getting based in ORD or DEN?
2- How is the schedule? Pretty commuter friendly? I will be doing a 1 leg commute, but there are quite a few flights from my home to ORD and DEN everyday.
3- How long is the upgrade time? Of course everybody hears the canned “12-18 months,” but is that realistic?
4- How long is the training timeline? I will need to complete the ATP-CTP course.
I apologize if these questions have been answered before. Just trying to decide if this is the right fit for me. Thank you!
04-25-2018, 07:33 AM
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Originally Posted by YerOnGuard
Hey all!
I’m looking pretty heavily into GoJet. Just trying to get all the information and make the best decision. Currently a Metro pilot for a 135 operator with about 1000 hrs prior experience in a 91K. The earliest I could think about going to class would be November or so.
1- What are the chances of a new hire getting based in ORD or DEN?
As an FO or CA? You might be eligible for a street captain slot with your times in the metro, but I’m not 100% on all the rules. As of right now as an FO, you can get ORD or DEN straight off training. You’ll hold a line immediately as an FO in ORD, expect a few months of reserve in DEN tops.
2- How is the schedule? Pretty commuter friendly? I will be doing a 1 leg commute, but there are quite a few flights from my home to ORD and DEN everyday.
It’s all in how you bid your schedule and which base. ORD, DEn and DTW are very commuter friendly. I rarely have to get any hotels above the 4 free ones we get per month. STL and RDU are not as commuter friendly,as they have early shows and late ends more often.
3- How long is the upgrade time? Of course everybody hears the canned “12-18 months,” but is that realistic?
As of right now, it’s as soon as you qualify. I think the average 0 time 121 FO is doing it in about 15 months from date of hire.
4- How long is the training timeline? I will need to complete the ATP-CTP course.
2 weeks indoc, 2 weeks systems and 2 weeks in the SIM then maybe a few weeks to start IOE. Expect 3-4 months total. That doesn’t include the ATP/CtP courses, which I have no clue about.
I apologize if these questions have been answered before. Just trying to decide if this is the right fit for me. Thank you!
I’m looking pretty heavily into GoJet. Just trying to get all the information and make the best decision. Currently a Metro pilot for a 135 operator with about 1000 hrs prior experience in a 91K. The earliest I could think about going to class would be November or so.
1- What are the chances of a new hire getting based in ORD or DEN?
As an FO or CA? You might be eligible for a street captain slot with your times in the metro, but I’m not 100% on all the rules. As of right now as an FO, you can get ORD or DEN straight off training. You’ll hold a line immediately as an FO in ORD, expect a few months of reserve in DEN tops.
2- How is the schedule? Pretty commuter friendly? I will be doing a 1 leg commute, but there are quite a few flights from my home to ORD and DEN everyday.
It’s all in how you bid your schedule and which base. ORD, DEn and DTW are very commuter friendly. I rarely have to get any hotels above the 4 free ones we get per month. STL and RDU are not as commuter friendly,as they have early shows and late ends more often.
3- How long is the upgrade time? Of course everybody hears the canned “12-18 months,” but is that realistic?
As of right now, it’s as soon as you qualify. I think the average 0 time 121 FO is doing it in about 15 months from date of hire.
4- How long is the training timeline? I will need to complete the ATP-CTP course.
2 weeks indoc, 2 weeks systems and 2 weeks in the SIM then maybe a few weeks to start IOE. Expect 3-4 months total. That doesn’t include the ATP/CtP courses, which I have no clue about.
I apologize if these questions have been answered before. Just trying to decide if this is the right fit for me. Thank you!
04-25-2018, 07:54 AM
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I have just over 1400 turbine, with about 600 SIC and 800 PIC. Types in the SA227 and CE500, but I don’t meet the 2500TT requirement and don’t have an ATP. I was super lucky out of school and got on with a 91K with very low time, so most of my total time is turbine.
GoJet is definitely starting to make its way to the top of my list for places to send and application to.
Thank you for your insight! I appreciate it!
GoJet is definitely starting to make its way to the top of my list for places to send and application to.
Thank you for your insight! I appreciate it!
04-26-2018, 05:10 PM
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Originally Posted by Clear left
Does anyone know if there are any breaks between indoc and systems?Just wondering if I will have time to travel home for a couple of days.
04-26-2018, 05:14 PM
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2 weeks indoc, 3 weeks systems, 4 Cpt training sessions and Oral and 2 weeks in the SIM then maybe a few weeks to start IOE. Expect 3-4 months total. That doesn’t include the ATP/CtP courses, which I have no clue about.
ATP/CTP is M-M the week before starting Indoc. The Written is taken during the program, travel and hotels are included.
ATP/CTP is M-M the week before starting Indoc. The Written is taken during the program, travel and hotels are included.
05-04-2018, 10:39 AM
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Originally Posted by Clear left
Does anyone know if there are any breaks between indoc and systems?Just wondering if I will have time to travel home for a couple of days.
05-06-2018, 08:38 PM
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Welcome aboard guys, you must have really done your homework and you will be rewarded commensurate with the effort that you put in, just as I was.
Den, Ord, I am sure you will get whichever one you choose. The schedule, just email scheduling a week before the month starts listing what days you want to work, where you want to layover, and the amount of credit you need per day and then lay back and enjoy. The schedulers are here to take care of all your needs.
Time between training and IOE, let us know. Can't work because one of the kids is sick, expect a knock on your door by a Mary Poppings professional nanny, a licensed RN.
I hope your experience at GJ is as wonderful as mine.
Den, Ord, I am sure you will get whichever one you choose. The schedule, just email scheduling a week before the month starts listing what days you want to work, where you want to layover, and the amount of credit you need per day and then lay back and enjoy. The schedulers are here to take care of all your needs.
Time between training and IOE, let us know. Can't work because one of the kids is sick, expect a knock on your door by a Mary Poppings professional nanny, a licensed RN.
I hope your experience at GJ is as wonderful as mine.
05-07-2018, 04:48 AM
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Keep in mind that major airlines track how applicants perform after they are hired. There is a definite pecking order in how they rank the various regional airlines training programs and output. If you have options you may want to explore them before committing to go jets.
05-07-2018, 07:35 AM
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So, how much of this should I take with a big grain of salt?
Originally Posted by StlLifer
Welcome aboard guys, you must have really done your homework and you will be rewarded commensurate with the effort that you put in, just as I was.
Den, Ord, I am sure you will get whichever one you choose. The schedule, just email scheduling a week before the month starts listing what days you want to work, where you want to layover, and the amount of credit you need per day and then lay back and enjoy. The schedulers are here to take care of all your needs.
Time between training and IOE, let us know. Can't work because one of the kids is sick, expect a knock on your door by a Mary Poppings professional nanny, a licensed RN.
I hope your experience at GJ is as wonderful as mine.
Den, Ord, I am sure you will get whichever one you choose. The schedule, just email scheduling a week before the month starts listing what days you want to work, where you want to layover, and the amount of credit you need per day and then lay back and enjoy. The schedulers are here to take care of all your needs.
Time between training and IOE, let us know. Can't work because one of the kids is sick, expect a knock on your door by a Mary Poppings professional nanny, a licensed RN.
I hope your experience at GJ is as wonderful as mine.
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