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Flatbiller 02-07-2017 09:49 AM


Originally Posted by Wildcard90W (Post 2296493)
I do have a BS in Prof Aviation Flight Technology... All I heard in college back in '04-'06 is how PERFECTLY my/our timing was for this career. Then I continued to hear how PERFECT my timing was by all of the older mainline captains that would frequent my jumpseat during the 7 years I was stuck in the right seat. Something's not adding up.

I agree that there isn't a shortage at the majors whatsoever. The regionals are obviously feeling it now. Maybe in five more years, it will domino to the majors, but there will always be military guys for the majors to choose from, so then again maybe not.

I wouldn't hire you based on that fact alone.

They'll tell you anything to get your money.

Look on the bright side, with all the other pilots in your regional leaving for the majors, you'll a top dog in seniority a lot sooner than you originally thought.

PotatoChip 02-07-2017 10:11 AM


Originally Posted by Flatbiller (Post 2296705)
I wouldn't hire you based on that fact alone.

They'll tell you anything to get your money.

Look on the bright side, with all the other pilots in your regional leaving for the majors, you'll a top dog in seniority a lot sooner than you originally thought.

Deleted. This troll isn't worth it.

LotsaTypes 02-07-2017 10:45 AM

For those of you not "getting the call"... First thing is to "background check" yourself...HR departments will do this first thing... Big one is a credit check as it speaks volumes as to you're character. They will also check you out on the popular social media platforms...i.e. Did you post anything you regret on Facebook? They WILL see it. Many companies use outside agencies to do basic level checks before ever calling someone for an interview...once you are interviewed and moved forward in the process, more extensive background will be done. This is in addition to the PRIA stuff.

AboveMins 02-07-2017 11:02 AM


Originally Posted by LotsaTypes (Post 2296747)
For those of you not "getting the call"... First thing is to "background check" yourself...HR departments will do this first thing... Big one is a credit check as it speaks volumes as to you're character. They will also check you out on the popular social media platforms...i.e. Did you post anything you regret on Facebook? They WILL see it. Many companies use outside agencies to do basic level checks before ever calling someone for an interview...once you are interviewed and moved forward in the process, more extensive background will be done. This is in addition to the PRIA stuff.

I don't think they can do an actual credit check without your consent...

PotatoChip 02-07-2017 11:24 AM


Originally Posted by AboveMins (Post 2296757)
I don't think they can do an actual credit check without your consent...

Or without your social which should not be on your app. As far as social media, set everything to private and friends only. Consider changing your name, and mostly just don't post really stupid things.

BoilerUP 02-07-2017 11:25 AM

A cursory glance on social media could be a disqualifier for many...

Flatbiller 02-07-2017 01:07 PM


Originally Posted by BoilerUP (Post 2296770)
A cursory glance on social media could be a disqualifier for many...

Like the UPS guy who called in sick and then posted on Facebook that he was racing his car that weekend???

GogglesPisano 02-07-2017 01:40 PM

How can anyone see your profile on FB without being a "friend?" (Unless, of course, you don't know how to manage your privacy settings.)

BoilerUP 02-07-2017 01:40 PM


Originally Posted by GogglesPisano
(Unless, of course, you don't know how to manage your privacy settings.)

You might be surprised how few people have their social media accounts 'locked down'.

FTFF 02-07-2017 07:31 PM

Business insider had multiple articles about the trends companies were using to pre-screen potential candidates to include a review of social media activity. They were focusing on financial and tech companies but the broader implications suggested that it was (is) happening on a widespread basis. Best protocol: post neutral; support common core values.


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