Does a type rating hold real value?
12-09-2008 | 05:03 PM
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Does a type rating hold real value?
I have to go back to flying the A320 as an F/O. Having been on it before I can do a 2 week requal or 4 week requal. The 4 week will give me a type rating that I don't currently have (but do on 767).
My question: What is the value of a type rating. If I have to go to another airline would they pick the type rated guy first????
Thanks
Kelly
My question: What is the value of a type rating. If I have to go to another airline would they pick the type rated guy first????
Thanks
Kelly
12-09-2008 | 05:13 PM
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Good question. It depends on the airline, (SWA for example requires the 737) and whether you have experience in the airplane. Most airlines, I think, will place more emphasis on a type rating if you have flight time in the aircraft, versus going to a school just to get the type.
Personally, I have ten type ratings listed on my ATP. Did I get hired because I was typed in one of the fleet types at my employer? I don't know, but I'm sure it did not hurt.
Personally, I have ten type ratings listed on my ATP. Did I get hired because I was typed in one of the fleet types at my employer? I don't know, but I'm sure it did not hurt.
12-09-2008 | 05:45 PM
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12-09-2008 | 07:07 PM
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