Training/hiring timeline
03-03-2017 | 07:31 PM
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Training/hiring timeline
So I'm contacting/applying the PSA, Piedmont, and Envoy regarding their RW transition program. I'm still a year out from my end of service. Is it unrealistic to think I can enter/they would offer a job based on that timeline. All I see is "we need us some pilots" messages everywhere. As such, is it unrealistic to think they'd be willing to lock me in that far out?
03-04-2017 | 01:27 AM
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I know the PSA program wants you to have your flight hours completed within 3 months so that might put a damper on things. Wouldn't hurt to put an application in at least they get to know you. Just update it when closer to.
03-04-2017 | 02:36 AM
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So I'm contacting/applying the PSA, Piedmont, and Envoy regarding their RW transition program. I'm still a year out from my end of service. Is it unrealistic to think I can enter/they would offer a job based on that timeline. All I see is "we need us some pilots" messages everywhere. As such, is it unrealistic to think they'd be willing to lock me in that far out?
03-04-2017 | 03:55 AM
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At PSA, you have to start training within 6 months of interviewing. If you interview now, and are not able to start training in 6 months, it isn't a problem, you just have to interview again.
The RTP (Rotor Transition Program) is a great program, and the first pilots are just starting it now. Make sure to read the details about each program, as they are different. Envoy makes you use your GI Bill benefits, where PSA does not. If you prefer West Coast, then Envoy does their training there for RTP, PSA uses Pensacola, FL.
The RTP (Rotor Transition Program) is a great program, and the first pilots are just starting it now. Make sure to read the details about each program, as they are different. Envoy makes you use your GI Bill benefits, where PSA does not. If you prefer West Coast, then Envoy does their training there for RTP, PSA uses Pensacola, FL.
03-06-2017 | 06:29 PM
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At PSA, you have to start training within 6 months of interviewing. If you interview now, and are not able to start training in 6 months, it isn't a problem, you just have to interview again.
The RTP (Rotor Transition Program) is a great program, and the first pilots are just starting it now. Make sure to read the details about each program, as they are different. Envoy makes you use your GI Bill benefits, where PSA does not. If you prefer West Coast, then Envoy does their training there for RTP, PSA uses Pensacola, FL.
The RTP (Rotor Transition Program) is a great program, and the first pilots are just starting it now. Make sure to read the details about each program, as they are different. Envoy makes you use your GI Bill benefits, where PSA does not. If you prefer West Coast, then Envoy does their training there for RTP, PSA uses Pensacola, FL.
If after meeting with these groups and seeing what's on the other side, I may we'll decide to keep doing what I do. I figure this is the best way to see what the real deal is out there in the civilian world.
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