GoJet Direct Entry CA
 

Greetings! I am recruiting for GoJet, particularly for Direct Entry Captain. Qualifying candidates could earn up to a $50,000 sign on bonus and a total compensation package of up to $126,000! This is a great opportunity, but I am interested to hear any questions you may have.

Hi, what bases would a new hire DEC expect, and how long on reserve? What is the commitment to accept the sign on bonus?

Thanks

Probably ewr on 550

EWR is not one of their bases.

ORD, RDU, STL, DEN, DTW

From https://www.flightglobal.com/news/articles/united-expands-premium-push-with-new-dual-class-crj5-455565/

United will add 50 CRJ550s operated by Trans States-owned GoJet Airlines to its regional fleet, with the first aircraft due this summer, it says. The aircraft will initially be based at Chicago O'Hare and Newark, and could replace 50-seat Bombardier CRJ200s


Looks like it will be a domicile in future.....

Ah, thanks for the info.

I was told it will be crewed from STL or RDU.

Sounds better than ORD or EWR to me.

How long on reserve?

FlyGoJet can likely give you a better answer...
But, I was told 1-2 months.

The recruiter needs to revisit his thread.

The recruiter got people to talk about GoJet without asking questions like, "how many of your new hires make it through training" or "how can I ensure you won't fire me during military service". Mission accomplished.

ninerdriver, do you have any interest in this program? I want to discuss it with them.

I'll PM you if you do.

Because that model worked out so well for staffing their NYC Delta flying...

My apologies in the delay in getting back! Training is typically 3 months including IOE, and most are getting DEN/ORD after training. Typically reserve time is 1-2 months if any. Just enough time to start getting acquainted with the base.

GoJet flight ops are always willing to help new hires through training, we don't want to see anyone fail, and want the pilots out flying the line. As for your question about the military, I would be happy to put you in touch with military line pilots for specific questions.

[QUOTE=Flyboy68;2776584]Hi, what bases would a new hire DEC expect, and how long on reserve? What is the commitment to accept the sign on bonus?

As of now DEN/ORD.

For Direct Entry is a one-year commitment.

AQP or not?

What's the deal with AQP? I've read a little about it on the FAA's website, but it hurts my brain.

Can you explain it in human terms?

Yes, GoJet has AQP Training. In short, AQP provides proficiency-based training and evaluation

Unless it’s changed in the past 5 months GoJet initial is not AQP.

Here's the simplified version:

You want it.

Come'on. Explain it to me in non-lawyer terms.

Normal PC is like a Type ride style, you are being checked on V1 cuts, single engine approach, steep turns, and so on. Every part is a "checking" and a jeopardize event. With AQP those things are more of a training events but the actual checkride is more of things you see on the line, such as normal procedure, or a failure of a system to see how you deal with it. You get more out an AQP since it's more of a training event as oppose to a checking event.

Thanks for the info.

Does ~1800 part 135 (3800tt, 1300mtpic) qualify someone for direct entry CA?

Is all your time Part 135 or do you have some Part 121?

Here are the requirements:
1,750​ hours, of which 100% must be fixed wing
1,000 hours multi-engine time
1,000 hours air carrier experience
1,000 hours turbine time

Can you tell me approx. what the size of the different bases are...as in, number of pilots or a/c based at each?

Pretty simple... AQP means All Quality Pass. Train to proficiency so if a airline is inclined they could spend 30 sims on someone to teach them how to fly any aircraft.

Thanks. Sounds beneficial to pilots.

Advanced Qualification Program, the rest is for the most part correct. There is defined limitations for progress though.

Zero 121 time. 135 is air carrier, is it not?

Its spelled out pretty clearly in 121.436

Depends on the equipment flown under 135. However you probably want some 121 FO experience before making that leap.

The vast majority of my 135 time is in a Lear. My learning curve will be with the 121 environment...and using pilot relief modes. Truthfully , I’m not sure I want to trade quality of life for 121 money.

Thanks, that helps. I haven’t even looked at 121 in 10 years.

How about 2300 hrs. part 121 non-pic in the -900? If you've been out of flying for a few months do they let you get your proficiency back, or do they expect you to be at captain proficiency immediately? Do you go through extra ground so you know the manuals more deeply? Do they train you to be a captain?

FlyGoJet, do you know the details of the $45k signing bonus? Like how much is paid and when?

I'm trying to crunch the numbers on the first year pay to compare. Thanks.

Have you put in your app at airlineapps.com yet?

They will contact you back pretty quickly. They also have a Near-DEC program which I am interested in although I have the hours to qualify as CA now, but I've been out of flying for a long time.

Here are the Min. req:
1,750​ hours, of which 100% must be fixed wing
1,000 hours multi-engine time
1,000 hours air carrier experience
1,000 hours turbine time

I will DM for more information!

Yes, I will DM you the breakdown. The total compensation package for Direct Entry is $125,174.

Let me guess - that includes your per diem, medical benefits, commuter hotels and other random sh*t that never gets listed when you're talking about compensation?