Does AirTran require a four year degree?

 

Have you tried looking at their website or calling HR?

 

I dont think they require one if you are applying for a flight attendant position or to work in the ramp.
---if u are thinking about a pilot position you are a little far behind in reading this website, give it a little research through the threads

 

I did look at their web site and I see nothing about requiring one, but I would bet it would be hard to get hired without one. Just beginning to look at going to the airlines. Will probably go to ASA, finish my degree, and apply to AirTran within the next two years.

 

Bear in mind that the minimums listed is just that, minimums. AirTran is still looking at candidates a bit higher than the minimums, probably with more than 2000 total PIC, 500> turbine PIC, and though I do not know if the 4 year degree is a must, i haven't come across anyone that doesn't have one. Hope it helped.

 

Going into the airline industry without a 4 year college degree is a bad idea,

unless you want to become a flight attendant or a ramper. Then you don't need a 4 year college degree.

 

yes they will hire you with out a 4 year degree.

 

..as will CAL, Jetblue, or SWA (when they are hiring). I've helped folks without 4 year degrees at all those places.

I definately think getting the degree is a good investment. That said, when I find a client without one they are often waaaaay too worried about that missing piece of paper. My analogy is they are like that prom queen with the 23 inch waste with a 38 inch rack, 5 foot 8 with long blonde hair....and every guy in the place would kill to date her. She goes to the restroom and notices a tiny little blemish on her cheek....so she returns to the room and runs for the door thinking "I look HORRIBLE!". In fact--every dude in the place ain't looking at her cheek, and she's a hammer! I've seen guys who were LCAs, who raised a family and did some great things as regional or corporate guys--completely intimidated because they were 25-40 and "failed" to get the degree. They completely overlook all the success they have had in other areas. If you get invited to interview--you meet the mins. So--get the degree if you can--but don't overly freak if you don't have one. You obviously were able to make it this far without one...

 

Taken from the Air Tran website:


Pilots are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of our aircraft and have full responsibility for the safety of the aircraft and its occupants. Our Pilots are responsible for the safe and economic operation and management of the aircraft from take-off to touch-down.


Qualifications
Fixed wing flight time - 2500 hours
Multi-engine, fixed wing flight time - 1000 hours
121 PIC or military equivalent - 500 hours
An ATP certificate, or successful completion of the ATP written exam
Current First Class Medical certificate
Valid passport
Legally eligible for employment in the United States
Free of felony convictions within the most recent 10 years


No mention of any educational requirements

 

Here is my 2 cents...

Regardless of what is listed on any major airlines website, the absence of a four year degree is a mark against you, and will definately make it harder for you to get hired. I can tell you from personal experience, it is almost impossible, unless you have some great connections, to get interviews at major airlines without a four year degree. I went and finished mine last year, and within a month of putting it on my resume I was called for three interviews.
I do know that JB will hire folks without a degree, but they are the minority. Im not saying its impossible, just A LOT harder.

Good luck!