That's it...I QUIT!
06-04-2018 | 02:02 PM
#11
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From: Swimming, or drowning, depends on the day.
Good luck! PM if you ever have a question or need specifics answered.
06-07-2018 | 09:02 AM
#12
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From: C-130
06-07-2018 | 09:45 AM
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From: Engines Turn or People Swim
Depends. If they call you today for an interview next Tues, you'll probably be SOL on interview prep. I'm sure they're all pretty busy right now...
Unless you know that all the places you've applied will give you at least three weeks notice, I'd get the interview prep done sooner rather than later. They will all provide a last-minute "touch up" consultation once you get the interview.
Also have the tailored suit, logbook, biographical documents, and deep technical study all done in advance, so you can focus on research/prep for the specific airline when you get the call.
Unless you know that all the places you've applied will give you at least three weeks notice, I'd get the interview prep done sooner rather than later. They will all provide a last-minute "touch up" consultation once you get the interview.
Also have the tailored suit, logbook, biographical documents, and deep technical study all done in advance, so you can focus on research/prep for the specific airline when you get the call.
06-12-2018 | 01:57 PM
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From: MD-11
By big 3 I assume you’re referring to the passenger carriers.
I’d only go to those if you want to end up on a passenger’s social media count. Constantly ask for ride reports. And work twice as hard for about the same pay over your career. For me there were only the Big 2 and even then I only wanted one of those. Research actual schedules of the Cargo guys and you’ll find the standard concepts from are far from reality. I ran into a guy in TPA the other day, recent mil, hired buy SWA. He was shocked we were flying during the day. Had no concept of actual operations.
I’d only go to those if you want to end up on a passenger’s social media count. Constantly ask for ride reports. And work twice as hard for about the same pay over your career. For me there were only the Big 2 and even then I only wanted one of those. Research actual schedules of the Cargo guys and you’ll find the standard concepts from are far from reality. I ran into a guy in TPA the other day, recent mil, hired buy SWA. He was shocked we were flying during the day. Had no concept of actual operations.
06-12-2018 | 08:14 PM
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I did the interview prep 18 months out and again at 6 months out. After the first prep, I realized I had some serious work to do and worked on compiling stories & situations. I felt much better in the second session and then started practicing answering hypothetical questions while driving to work. When I got the call, I was already prepared, which was a great feeling.
06-13-2018 | 05:38 AM
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From: Engines Turn or People Swim
By big 3 I assume you’re referring to the passenger carriers.
I’d only go to those if you want to end up on a passenger’s social media count. Constantly ask for ride reports. And work twice as hard for about the same pay over your career. For me there were only the Big 2 and even then I only wanted one of those. Research actual schedules of the Cargo guys and you’ll find the standard concepts from are far from reality. I ran into a guy in TPA the other day, recent mil, hired buy SWA. He was shocked we were flying during the day. Had no concept of actual operations.
I’d only go to those if you want to end up on a passenger’s social media count. Constantly ask for ride reports. And work twice as hard for about the same pay over your career. For me there were only the Big 2 and even then I only wanted one of those. Research actual schedules of the Cargo guys and you’ll find the standard concepts from are far from reality. I ran into a guy in TPA the other day, recent mil, hired buy SWA. He was shocked we were flying during the day. Had no concept of actual operations.
If you don't like work, maybe skip SWA.
If you have space shuttle experience, just apply to FDX and DAL.
06-17-2018 | 05:28 AM
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From: Left
I had a buddy who left active duty my timeframe, early 90s. Those in the know remember it was a lean time with job offers, one had to jump through a few hoops. The buddy went towards the low end of the corporate world, I changed uniforms & kept flying.
About 8 years later he threw in the towel, said he wasted to much time. He’s at a ‘major’ now, took a handful of years to get back on track. If nothing else, most of us like the view out of the office window.
About 8 years later he threw in the towel, said he wasted to much time. He’s at a ‘major’ now, took a handful of years to get back on track. If nothing else, most of us like the view out of the office window.
06-25-2018 | 12:52 AM
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From: AFIS trainee and PPL trainee
Sales is a nightmare... you are always stressed about your income, and never really feel safe... its not for everyone.
I hope u find your way as a pilot
I hope u find your way as a pilot
I left Active Duty 4 years ago, went part time in the guard and decided to try my hand in the business world.
It sucked. 80-90 hour weeks, living on the road, and for the few hours I was home, I had a cellphone glued to my head. Plus, I was always stressed about making quota and pushing for last minute sales.
So, I'm going to throw my hat in the ring with the airlines. All of my friends that went this route seem extremely happy. They are still traveling, but when they are home, they are home!
I'm taking the ATP-CTP, the ATM written, and my ATP Practical next month.
I'm pretty pumped about this next phase of life, and I plan to lurk these message boards to learn more along the way.
It sucked. 80-90 hour weeks, living on the road, and for the few hours I was home, I had a cellphone glued to my head. Plus, I was always stressed about making quota and pushing for last minute sales.
So, I'm going to throw my hat in the ring with the airlines. All of my friends that went this route seem extremely happy. They are still traveling, but when they are home, they are home!
I'm taking the ATP-CTP, the ATM written, and my ATP Practical next month.
I'm pretty pumped about this next phase of life, and I plan to lurk these message boards to learn more along the way.
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