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Old 01-31-2008, 10:36 AM
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This isn't a new topic, but it doesn't hurt bringing it to the surface from time to time. My next tour will be at the training command, and during this tour my commitment will end and I'll start putting in apps. Is there any big difference between T-45 and T-6 PIC intructor time in the eyes of the majors/cargo? Both are single engine TURBINE.

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Old 01-31-2008, 11:10 AM
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It makes a difference at FedEx.

From the website.

1500 hours total fixed-wing time as pilot-in-command (PIC) or second-in-command in multi-engine turbo-prop A/C or jet A/C or combination thereof, including a minimum of 1000 hours total fixed-wing pilot-in-command in multi-engine turbo prop A/C or jet A/C or combination thereof.
Note: PIC for this purpose is defined as Captain/Aircraft Commander of record, not simply the sole manipulator of the controls.
Note: FedEx considers only pilot time in fixed wing aircraft toward minimum qualifications. This does not include simulator, helicopter, flight engineer, bombardier, navigator, RIO, EWO, WSO, NFO, or Special Crew.

so you can see FDX makes a difference between single engine jet and turbo prop.
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Old 01-31-2008, 11:22 AM
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Originally Posted by HoursHore View Post
It makes a difference at FedEx.

From the website.

1500 hours total fixed-wing time as pilot-in-command (PIC) or second-in-command in multi-engine turbo-prop A/C or jet A/C or combination thereof, including a minimum of 1000 hours total fixed-wing pilot-in-command in multi-engine turbo prop A/C or jet A/C or combination thereof.
Note: PIC for this purpose is defined as Captain/Aircraft Commander of record, not simply the sole manipulator of the controls.
Note: FedEx considers only pilot time in fixed wing aircraft toward minimum qualifications. This does not include simulator, helicopter, flight engineer, bombardier, navigator, RIO, EWO, WSO, NFO, or Special Crew.

so you can see FDX makes a difference between single engine jet and turbo prop.

HH,

If I already have 1000+ jet PIC, does it matter, or is it the more the better?
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Old 01-31-2008, 11:40 AM
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all airlines like IP time... either plane will be good.
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Old 01-31-2008, 11:45 AM
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If I already have 1000+ jet PIC, does it matter, or is it the more the better?
No then it doesn't matter.

Personally I'd go fly nfo's out of Mainside. Easy living.
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No then it doesn't matter.

Personally I'd go fly nfo's out of Mainside. Easy living.

That's what I'm debating. I only need to burn 2 years to satisfy PCS requirements. That may be a good option.
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Fed Ex has slowed down their hiring from what I have heard. On this website they stated they don't even plan on hiring during 2008. Some say even longer due to the age 65 rule.
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I think you'd like the T-45 mission better. Nothing like flying jets. P'Cola would be nice, all front seat time mostly doing ACM and low levels. Going to Kingsville or Meridian would be good too: students aren't brand new to the training command, plus ACM, weapons, cross countries, low levels, formation and tac forms, boat, etc. I did three years in Meridian and loved it, flew almost 450 hrs per year.
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Originally Posted by HoursHore View Post
It makes a difference at FedEx.

From the website.

1500 hours total fixed-wing time as pilot-in-command (PIC) or second-in-command in multi-engine turbo-prop A/C or jet A/C or combination thereof, including a minimum of 1000 hours total fixed-wing pilot-in-command in multi-engine turbo prop A/C or jet A/C or combination thereof.
Note: PIC for this purpose is defined as Captain/Aircraft Commander of record, not simply the sole manipulator of the controls.
Note: FedEx considers only pilot time in fixed wing aircraft toward minimum qualifications. This does not include simulator, helicopter, flight engineer, bombardier, navigator, RIO, EWO, WSO, NFO, or Special Crew.

so you can see FDX makes a difference between single engine jet and turbo prop.
They make this distinction to weed out Cessna Caravan pilots, as long as you meet the mins, I think your IP time will count equally in their eyes either way.
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P'Cola would be nice, all front seat time mostly doing ACM and low levels. .[/quote]

Only the 86 guys do ACM (T-2) and most Texan VNAVS are at 2500 FT AGL. Iffy future for the Texan at main side because the USAF is set to break off into its own "separate but equal" training squadron. Taking the WSO students with them. Might mean less flying at 4 and 10.

There is talk about T-45s replacing the Buckeye at 86. Sounds like a good deal.

I flew at 10 and enjoyed my time in the Texan. Yes, you get most of the FPT time (Studs only have 6 front seat rides). No, some of the instructing isn't as rewarding as teaching SNA's. SNFO's all but yawned and rolled my eyes when I'd brief x-wind landing technique.

Formation flying is a more advanced qual at 4 and 10, with the more senior guys getting the nod. I think the Kingsville, Meridian flying will be more rewarding and exciting (although p-cola is a better QOL).

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