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Originally Posted by Finch
(Post 2607037)
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? Good luck! PM if you ever have a question or need specifics answered. |
Originally Posted by AFTrainerGuy
(Post 2607826)
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.
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Originally Posted by Finch
(Post 2610184)
Valid advice. Thanks.
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. |
Originally Posted by FlewNavy
(Post 2602849)
before any of the Big 3 call.
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. |
Originally Posted by rickair7777
(Post 2610209)
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.
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. |
Originally Posted by KYTBRD
(Post 2613179)
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. If you don't like work, maybe skip SWA. If you have space shuttle experience, just apply to FDX and DAL. |
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. |
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 :)
Originally Posted by Finch
(Post 2601102)
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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