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Old 06-04-2018, 02:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Finch View Post
Bizzlepilot - Once ATP is complete, I'll tighten up my apps, get recommendations from the bros, hit submit and start interview prep through Cage/Emerald.

At least that's what everyone keeps telling me to do.

Any advice?
That's a solid plan. Both Cage and Emerald are solid, I don't think you can go wrong and it is well worth the money. Definitely get the bro network involved, they were invaluable helping me get to my gig.

Good luck! PM if you ever have a question or need specifics answered.
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Old 06-07-2018, 09:02 AM
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Originally Posted by AFTrainerGuy View Post
Seems like same strategy we all did... seems to work. I just waited to do interview prep once I got invite. That way it was tailored toward company I was going to.
Valid advice. Thanks.
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Old 06-07-2018, 09:45 AM
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Originally Posted by Finch View Post
Valid advice. Thanks.
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.
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Old 06-12-2018, 01:57 PM
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Originally Posted by FlewNavy View Post
before any of the Big 3 call.
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.
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Old 06-12-2018, 08:14 PM
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Originally Posted by rickair7777 View Post
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.
This for sure

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.
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Old 06-13-2018, 05:38 AM
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Originally Posted by KYTBRD View Post
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.
The conventional wisdom today is to apply to the "Big Six" (Big Three + SWA/FDX/UPS). If you get multiple offers, then be choosy.

If you don't like work, maybe skip SWA.

If you have space shuttle experience, just apply to FDX and DAL.
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Old 06-17-2018, 05:28 AM
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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.
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Old 06-25-2018, 12:52 AM
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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

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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.
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