Hiring 2021
08-21-2021, 10:08 AM
#12
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Position: Airline Pilot-Regional
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Originally Posted by Cholla6918
They should open the application window around October/November time frame. It sounds like it’ll be 100 new hires in 2022 (after the 787 bid comes out).
08-21-2021, 11:53 AM
#13
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Originally Posted by DragonFlyer14
During the OBAP webinar last week, representatives said that they would honor previous CJOs given “later” this year and that the hiring window would open sometime early next year (Februaryish). They did mention that no official dates for opening the window are set in stone so hoping it’s as early as later this year.
08-21-2021, 11:55 AM
#14
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Originally Posted by Optiplex
What are the schedules like for the wide body aircraft? How many days away from base normally?
08-21-2021, 02:05 PM
#15
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Originally Posted by Cholla6918
I just received word from management they are concerned that they might not have enough 330 pilots towards the end of this year. I would expect the company to burn through the pool pretty fast and restart the hiring process by quarter four (subject to change of course)…
08-21-2021, 06:08 PM
#16
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Originally Posted by TimetoClimb
great to hear, as a current poolie! Would they need 330 FOs or 717 like we’ve been told or both ? Thanks !
08-21-2021, 06:22 PM
#17
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Position: Airline Pilot-Regional
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Originally Posted by Cholla6918
I just received word from management they are concerned that they might not have enough 330 pilots towards the end of this year. I would expect the company to burn through the pool pretty fast and restart the hiring process by quarter four (subject to change of course)…
08-21-2021, 06:50 PM
#18
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Originally Posted by DragonFlyer14
That’s great news for some of the hopefuls like myself. I know this question is highly subjective but any idea what the average or competitive minimums are for flight time for those who have recently gotten or in the past couple of years?
08-21-2021, 07:12 PM
#19
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Originally Posted by TimetoClimb
I think the bare minimum is a year at a mainland regional. More typically 2-3, I myself had nearly 4 yrs though. So, 2000 - 4000 hrs. PIC varied, but certainly helps with the interview process. Having a Hawaii connection helps and showing them why you’re a good fit is important. I’ve known Locals that got the tbnt and plenty non locals hired on their first shot. Just Be the candidate they want you to be hehe
08-21-2021, 07:16 PM
#20
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Originally Posted by Cholla6918
Mostly 2 and 3 day trips leaving mid afternoon and returning late morning to early afternoon on the last day. Reserves are currently utilized to about 35-45 hours per month.
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