Southwest hiring in 2011
03-02-2011, 06:24 PM
#161
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Joined APC: Sep 2007
Position: C-17, all of em
Posts: 66
I would say your chances are none to none based on the reqs from the website (insert standard jab about time spent searching interwebs here).
Southwest Airlines Pilot Application Requirements:
Certificates/Ratings: U.S. FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate. Unrestricted1 U.S. Type Rating on a B-737 not required for interview, but required for employment2.
Age: Must be at least 23 years of age.
Flight Experience: 2,500 hours total or 1,500 hours TURBINE total. Additionally, a minimum of 1,000 hours in Turbine aircraft as the Pilot in command3 (as defined below) is required. Southwest considers only Pilot time in fixed-wing aircraft. This specifically excludes simulator, helicopter, WSO, RIO, FE, NAV, EWO, etc. NO other time is counted.3
Currency: A minimum of 200 hours must be logged in the preceding 36 months.
Medical: Must possess a current FAA Class 1 Medical Certificate. Must pass FAA mandated Drug Test.
Authorization to work in the United States: Must have established authorization to work in the United States.
Driver's License: Must possess a valid United States Driver's License.
Education: graduation from accredited, four-year college preferred.
Letters of Recommendation: At least three letters from any individuals who can attest to the pilot's flying skills, by having observed him/her over a sustained period of time.
Southwest Airlines Pilot Application Requirements:
Certificates/Ratings: U.S. FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate. Unrestricted1 U.S. Type Rating on a B-737 not required for interview, but required for employment2.
Age: Must be at least 23 years of age.
Flight Experience: 2,500 hours total or 1,500 hours TURBINE total. Additionally, a minimum of 1,000 hours in Turbine aircraft as the Pilot in command3 (as defined below) is required. Southwest considers only Pilot time in fixed-wing aircraft. This specifically excludes simulator, helicopter, WSO, RIO, FE, NAV, EWO, etc. NO other time is counted.3
Currency: A minimum of 200 hours must be logged in the preceding 36 months.
Medical: Must possess a current FAA Class 1 Medical Certificate. Must pass FAA mandated Drug Test.
Authorization to work in the United States: Must have established authorization to work in the United States.
Driver's License: Must possess a valid United States Driver's License.
Education: graduation from accredited, four-year college preferred.
Letters of Recommendation: At least three letters from any individuals who can attest to the pilot's flying skills, by having observed him/her over a sustained period of time.
03-02-2011, 07:43 PM
#163
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Joined APC: Jan 2009
Posts: 1,459
Originally Posted by cargowannabe
Hey what are SWA min's
I have 720 hours TT
02 hours multi
67 hours under the hood (ifr' ish)
12 hours actual
I know that there are more qualified guys but what are my chances!?!~ I will buy my own type!~!!!!!!!!!!
I have 720 hours TT
02 hours multi
67 hours under the hood (ifr' ish)
12 hours actual
I know that there are more qualified guys but what are my chances!?!~ I will buy my own type!~!!!!!!!!!!
Now that’s funny! They do appreciate a sense of humor though - so ya got that : )
03-02-2011, 08:00 PM
#164
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Joined APC: Aug 2006
Position: ANG
Posts: 276
Originally Posted by EP11
I would say your chances are none to none based on the reqs from the website (insert standard jab about time spent searching interwebs here).
Southwest Airlines Pilot Application Requirements:
Certificates/Ratings: U.S. FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate. Unrestricted1 U.S. Type Rating on a B-737 not required for interview, but required for employment2.
Age: Must be at least 23 years of age.
Flight Experience: 2,500 hours total or 1,500 hours TURBINE total. Additionally, a minimum of 1,000 hours in Turbine aircraft as the Pilot in command3 (as defined below) is required. Southwest considers only Pilot time in fixed-wing aircraft. This specifically excludes simulator, helicopter, WSO, RIO, FE, NAV, EWO, etc. NO other time is counted.3
Currency: A minimum of 200 hours must be logged in the preceding 36 months.
Medical: Must possess a current FAA Class 1 Medical Certificate. Must pass FAA mandated Drug Test.
Authorization to work in the United States: Must have established authorization to work in the United States.
Driver's License: Must possess a valid United States Driver's License.
Education: graduation from accredited, four-year college preferred.
Letters of Recommendation: At least three letters from any individuals who can attest to the pilot's flying skills, by having observed him/her over a sustained period of time.
Southwest Airlines Pilot Application Requirements:
Certificates/Ratings: U.S. FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate. Unrestricted1 U.S. Type Rating on a B-737 not required for interview, but required for employment2.
Age: Must be at least 23 years of age.
Flight Experience: 2,500 hours total or 1,500 hours TURBINE total. Additionally, a minimum of 1,000 hours in Turbine aircraft as the Pilot in command3 (as defined below) is required. Southwest considers only Pilot time in fixed-wing aircraft. This specifically excludes simulator, helicopter, WSO, RIO, FE, NAV, EWO, etc. NO other time is counted.3
Currency: A minimum of 200 hours must be logged in the preceding 36 months.
Medical: Must possess a current FAA Class 1 Medical Certificate. Must pass FAA mandated Drug Test.
Authorization to work in the United States: Must have established authorization to work in the United States.
Driver's License: Must possess a valid United States Driver's License.
Education: graduation from accredited, four-year college preferred.
Letters of Recommendation: At least three letters from any individuals who can attest to the pilot's flying skills, by having observed him/her over a sustained period of time.
03-03-2011, 08:25 AM
#166
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Joined APC: Jul 2010
Position: Upright
Posts: 77
Originally Posted by cargowannabe
Hey what are SWA min's
I have 720 hours TT
02 hours multi
67 hours under the hood (ifr' ish)
12 hours actual
I know that there are more qualified guys but what are my chances!?!~ I will buy my own type!~!!!!!!!!!!
I have 720 hours TT
02 hours multi
67 hours under the hood (ifr' ish)
12 hours actual
I know that there are more qualified guys but what are my chances!?!~ I will buy my own type!~!!!!!!!!!!
03-03-2011, 09:28 AM
#167
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Joined APC: Apr 2009
Position: A-320 FO
Posts: 693
Originally Posted by dudemize
I think the currency requirements have changed. The pamphlet they passed out at the WAI conference says they prefer candidates that were actively flying in 2 of the past 5 years (something like that). No longer a hard 200 hr/36 month requirement.
03-22-2011, 06:11 PM
#168
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Joined APC: Jul 2010
Position: Needs a State-side flying career
Posts: 22
Currently employed button on app
Go check your applications. PilotCredentials.com added a drop down for "currently employed" in each employer section without telling anyone! Good luck to all.
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