ATP vs 737 Tpye
05-11-2011, 06:31 AM
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ATP vs 737 Tpye
I’m getting out of AD in a few years and need some advice. Should I get an ATP for $3000 or spend the $8,000+ for a 737 type rating? I have no experience flying large jets so would the type rating help me with the transition and the interview sim? Would the type rating be a waste of money? Thanks
05-11-2011, 07:40 AM
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05-11-2011, 07:42 AM
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ATP for sure. Many majors (including all the highest paid) require it, and all prefer it.
I would only do the 73 type if you want to work for SWA, and meet their minimums. Use the GI Bill to reduce the cost.
Also be aware of this...a 737 type on your pilot certificate with no operational experience sends a very clear message in the airline world:
"SWA is my number one job choice. I'm only talking to your because SWA either hasn't called yet or has already rejected me."
This may reduce your odds a little with other airlines, they will assume that you will leave for SWA as soon as they call you.
I would only do the 73 type if you want to work for SWA, and meet their minimums. Use the GI Bill to reduce the cost.
Also be aware of this...a 737 type on your pilot certificate with no operational experience sends a very clear message in the airline world:
"SWA is my number one job choice. I'm only talking to your because SWA either hasn't called yet or has already rejected me."
This may reduce your odds a little with other airlines, they will assume that you will leave for SWA as soon as they call you.
05-11-2011, 07:54 AM
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Originally Posted by rickair7777
This may reduce your odds a little with other airlines, they will assume that you will leave for SWA as soon as they call you.
I highly doubt getting a Boeing 737 type will "reduce your odds" of employment! Compared to what? An ATP rating in a Mickey Mouse Piper Something at a weekend diploma mill?
05-11-2011, 10:06 AM
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Originally Posted by hypoxia
I highly doubt getting a Boeing 737 type will "reduce your odds" of employment! Compared to what? An ATP rating in a Mickey Mouse Piper Something at a weekend diploma mill?
05-11-2011, 10:59 AM
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Originally Posted by rickair7777
ATP for sure. Many majors (including all the highest paid) require it, and all prefer it.
I would only do the 73 type if you want to work for SWA, and meet their minimums. Use the GI Bill to reduce the cost.
Also be aware of this...a 737 type on your pilot certificate with no operational experience sends a very clear message in the airline world:
"SWA is my number one job choice. I'm only talking to your because SWA either hasn't called yet or has already rejected me."
This may reduce your odds a little with other airlines, they will assume that you will leave for SWA as soon as they call you.
I would only do the 73 type if you want to work for SWA, and meet their minimums. Use the GI Bill to reduce the cost.
Also be aware of this...a 737 type on your pilot certificate with no operational experience sends a very clear message in the airline world:
"SWA is my number one job choice. I'm only talking to your because SWA either hasn't called yet or has already rejected me."
This may reduce your odds a little with other airlines, they will assume that you will leave for SWA as soon as they call you.
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