Originally Posted by Cirrus2turbine
(Post 2653774)
Is Wheels Up only hiring FO's with ATP qualifications?
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Originally Posted by Cirrus2turbine
(Post 2653774)
Is Wheels Up only hiring FO's with ATP qualifications?
I see you are new to APC, so to clarify.. Wheels Up sells the membership but does not have a 135 Operating Certificate, thus no pilots. Gama Aviation has the 135 Operating Certificate, hires the pilots and controls the flying of the aircraft. Pilots work for Gama. The two companies work well together. |
Originally Posted by phlying4fun
(Post 2654119)
I see you are new to APC, so to clarify..
Wheels Up sells the membership but does not have a 135 Operating Certificate, thus no pilots. Gama Aviation has the 135 Operating Certificate, hires the pilots and controls the flying of the aircraft. Pilots work for Gama. The two companies work well together. |
Originally Posted by dera
(Post 2654135)
...and to answer his question - yes, you need ATP mins to get hired.
Thanks all for the clarifications! |
how is vacation time accrued?
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Originally Posted by Rcordeiro122592
(Post 2661890)
how is vacation time accrued?
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Extra flying days
Hi all, I spoke with the Chief Pilot for Gama/Wheels Up at AirVenture this year and he mentioned that overtime is abundant and you can pick up as many days as you want on your days off. Is this true and are a lot of guys doing OT?
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Originally Posted by siuaviation
(Post 2662906)
Hi all, I spoke with the Chief Pilot for Gama/Wheels Up at AirVenture this year and he mentioned that overtime is abundant and you can pick up as many days as you want on your days off. Is this true and are a lot of guys doing OT?
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Originally Posted by siuaviation
(Post 2662906)
Hi all, I spoke with the Chief Pilot for Gama/Wheels Up at AirVenture this year and he mentioned that overtime is abundant and you can pick up as many days as you want on your days off. Is this true and are a lot of guys doing OT?
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A question for GAMA King Air Drivers. How much room is there in the wing lockers for crew gear? I can pack for 5 days but eight days will require some management. Can you get a standard roll-aboard on there? Is there room for a backpack also?
I will be in indoc on the 17th. |
I have my Costco roll a board, a few have Purdy Neat bags and they fit. I put my little carry on in the plane.
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Originally Posted by Allegheny
(Post 2663471)
A question for GAMA King Air Drivers. How much room is there in the wing lockers for crew gear? I can pack for 5 days but eight days will require some management. Can you get a standard roll-aboard on there? Is there room for a backpack also?
I will be in indoc on the 17th. |
Thank you. Can you get a packpack into that space too, with the roll-aboard. Just wondering? Does GAMA have KCM?
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Originally Posted by Allegheny
(Post 2663548)
Thank you. Can you get a packpack into that space too, with the roll-aboard. Just wondering? Does GAMA have KCM?
I have a luggage works stealth which fits in the wing locker as long as I don't overstuff it. Packing cubes help compact your clothing and separates underwear etc. |
Originally Posted by Allegheny
(Post 2663548)
Thank you. Can you get a packpack into that space too, with the roll-aboard. Just wondering? Does GAMA have KCM?
Yes, KCM is an option if you wish to pay for it. |
Originally Posted by Das Auto
(Post 2663602)
Yes KCM is available but you pay for it. You don't want to put your back pack in the wing locker. This compartments are not pressurized and you'll likely end up with leaky / burst fluids. Clothes are fine but keep your valuables and wash kit in a separate bag inside the cabin. Most store theirs discreetly in the back with the extra stock etc.
I have a luggage works stealth which fits in the wing locker as long as I don't overstuff it. Packing cubes help compact your clothing and separates underwear etc. |
Thanks for the answers guys. It's much appreciated.
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How large are classes?
Where are most pilots going to sim? Any breaks in training lately? Thanks. |
I'm starting to put my latest resume together now that I have 3000TT. Do I send it to Gama at Shelton, CT or is there an online site? Thanks
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Originally Posted by lov2flyceagle
(Post 2665593)
I'm starting to put my latest resume together now that I have 3000TT. Do I send it to Gama at Shelton, CT or is there an online site? Thanks
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Yes, I should have looked and searched a little more but after two doubles turning wrenches, I was a little tired.
But you did say this back in October 2016, as I had read and you can also on the third page. I Quote "If you're close send your stuff in. There is no clarity here regarding much of anything." So that is why I asked the question. I have now found a few more google searches on Management, since you suggested I search more. https://gamaaviationllc.com/about-us/senior-management/ |
I know the requirements are ATP mins, so does that mean you could get hired on at 1475?
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Originally Posted by Bellair
(Post 2669351)
I know the requirements are ATP mins, so does that mean you could get hired on at 1475?
That being said, I'm not sure if Gama will look at someone who doesn't have the 1500 already. Certainly wouldn't hurt to apply at 14xx. Personally I would probably wait until 1490 because I know I would get at least 10 hours in training (1484 if needing the ATP-CTP, 10 hours initial + 6 hours ATP-CTP). |
How about R-ATP? I am a former MIL rotor guy that will be at 1400-ish TT once I complete my multiengine next month. I plan to apply regardless, just seeing if anyone had been hired with the same background.
Where do WU pilot go afterwards? If I like the QOL I would commit to some longevity with the company, but just wanted to see where most move on to. With not being as informed to the fixed wing side of the industry, I would think this job would set someone up for business/Corporate/part91 type flying. |
Awesome! Thanks for the insight. I just crossed 1300. Hopefully be in the December class
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Originally Posted by TyWebb
(Post 2669532)
How about R-ATP?
Where do WU pilot go afterwards? I've seen pilots go pretty much everywhere. Airlines (both major and regional), other 135s, 91s, wherever. All depends what you want to do and what your resume looks like. If you qualify to work here, you will likely qualify for any other 91k/135 operator and could jump there whenever. The good corporate 91 gigs seem to go to the ones with contacts or an applicable type. I've seen only a couple go to the regionals, but it seemed like they preferred 121 operations to 135. Lots of guys waiting for the majors to call and some have gone with various backgrounds previous to Gama. |
HdgBug,
Thanks for the info. I just assumed R-ATP was all encompassing, so that may change my direction as I would rather get with a company by the end of the year/first of the year. I really was leaning away from a regional but it may be the smarter move and then come to WU later on down the career. |
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