Originally Posted by havick206 (Post 2963573)

My bet is on social media presence.

Originally Posted by NovemberBravo (Post 2964033)

Believe it or not Mesa turns people away.

Originally Posted by tonsterboy5 (Post 2963972)

Something doesn’t add up. I have a feeling you are not telling the truth, that and never ever downplay anything. When you say you failed “just” your private. You are down playing it. Specifically saying 10% over you are downplaying it.

Saying you got pulled over 2 times in a very short period of time and got a ticket for 10% over I call bs. Maybe that’s what they wrote on the paper but very few places will stop for you for going 5-8 over and give you a ticket every time. Also same goes for a light. You must of really rubbed off wrong on the cops which is the same way you rub off on the interviewer.

pay for interview help to fix how you rub off on people

Originally Posted by jimpix89 (Post 2964088)

I think you have a good point. I will remove anything from my application that even smells the slightest bit like a downplay, state everything as matter of fact and if asked about it in the interview, own up to it all. It is my fault at the end of the day after all.

And also take a good look at how I respond to questions with someone else. To me, I think I sound professional, but who knows, maybe there’s something I’m not seeing that someone else could point out before I go interview again.

Originally Posted by chrisreedrules (Post 2964128)

You really should consider having a professional resume/application reviewing company that specializes in these things give your stuff a look. It will cost a little bit of money but the peace of mind will be worth it. And besides, the cost is what? A single premium pay trip once you get that job you’re looking for. Well worth it.

Originally Posted by jimpix89 (Post 2962276)

Background.. 1470 hours, clean FAA record, no criminal history, no DUI or anything. I have a 4 year degree with honors from a good university. I’m in my mid 20s. I’ve checked and rechecked my application. Worst thing is that I had a string of bad luck with driving in the last 18 months. I got pulled over 3 times, twice for speeding 10% over the limit (both times they were deferred and dropped from my driving record after 90 days.) I also got nailed during those same traffic stops for having a headlight out and license plates expired. I know, I messed up on these stupid little things but learned from it.

I interviewed with Envoy, showed up prepared with all paperwork and thoroughly studied. Interview went great, was told I was well prepared and did a good job. But 9 days later I got an email saying “we’re sorry, we can’t consider you at this time, apply again in 6 months.

So I applied to Mesa, they called me and I got a phone screen an hour later. It went fine. But then I get the same rejection email 30 minutes later.

I know how to interview because I went through many while trying to get a job out of college and I received offers. I’ve always shown up prepared and well dressed, shoes shined, paperwork in order.

What gives? Im prepared to bring at least 5 if not 10 recommendation letters to my next interview. I’m baffled especially in this hiring environment. Nervous to keep interviewing if this is going to keep happening, possibly closing more doors!

Originally Posted by senecacaptain (Post 2964197)

Just curious:

Have you ever been arrested by the police or law enforcement, ever ?

How many checkrides have you failed ?

Any FAA violations or sanctions against you ?

Originally Posted by jimpix89 (Post 2964200)

No arrest (checked records too in case of a mistaken ID or ID theft) one check ride failure (PPL) and no FAA actions against me or violations.

Im thinking I made some mistakes with my application.

Also, a personal friend of mine with mostly the same clean background was rejected as well. I’m sure we both made mistakes, but they can also afford to be selective at this time which contributed.

Originally Posted by Excargodog (Post 2964261)

Piercings?

Originally Posted by ItnStln (Post 2967553)

I have a question concerning the SIDA checks. Is the check the same as one would take if they were to work at an airport in a non-fly capacity? If so, does the ability to pass that check mean one would pass the airline’s check for a pilot position?

Originally Posted by Baradium (Post 2967558)

We can't discuss security protocols or checks.

Originally Posted by rickair7777 (Post 2967670)

We can talk about SIDA in regards to employment aspects, just not actual procedures for accessing secure areas.

Originally Posted by ItnStln (Post 2967767)

That's what I thought, thanks for the clarification. Is the check the same as one would take if they were to work at an airport in a non-fly capacity? If so, does the ability to pass that check mean one would pass the airline’s check for a pilot position?

Originally Posted by ItnStln (Post 2967767)

That's what I thought, thanks for the clarification. Is the check the same as one would take if they were to work at an airport in a non-fly capacity? If so, does the ability to pass that check mean one would pass the airline’s check for a pilot position?

Originally Posted by DontLookDown (Post 2967825)

A SIDA check isn’t a secret at all. You can use a quick google search to see what will disqualify someone from having a SIDA badge. The TSA doesn’t care if you’re a burger flipper inside the terminal or a pilot, the same standard applies.

Originally Posted by Jump pilot 17 (Post 2968329)

Do the majors actually care what regional you go to? Or do they just want 121 pic time?

Originally Posted by Ciceda (Post 2968337)

They prefer SkyWest Mainline because you already have some Mainline experience coming in.

Originally Posted by Jump pilot 17 (Post 2968329)

Do the majors actually care what regional you go to? Or do they just want 121 pic time?

Originally Posted by Ciceda (Post 2968337)

They prefer SkyWest Mainline because you already have some Mainline experience coming in.

Originally Posted by BigZ (Post 2968359)

This. SkyWest E-Jets and the Mainlines basically line up with offers the moment you hit 1000 TPIC

Originally Posted by rickair7777 (Post 2968361)

For clarity, this is sarcasm.

Originally Posted by No Land 3 (Post 2968766)

I don'ts.

Originally Posted by No Land 3 (Post 2968766)

I don't know.

Originally Posted by havick206 (Post 2968787)

I’m far from being an Envoy cheerleader, but your post is nonsensical. An Envoy Pilot has flow but can also apply anywhere else too. Most pilots are too lazy to have apps out but there’s nothing stopping them doing so.

Originally Posted by CLE to IAH (Post 2968771)

can you elaborate as to what you think a “sky nazi” is and why that is an appropriate thing to post?

Originally Posted by No Land 3 (Post 2968833)

Some of it is ridiculous, but notice that no one refuted the claim that Envoy pilots have no respect for Mesa, and that they would prevent them from being hired at AA if they could.

Originally Posted by No Land 3 (Post 2968833)

Some of it is ridiculous, but notice that no one refuted the claim that Envoy pilots have no respect for Mesa, and that they would prevent them from being hired at AA if they could.

Originally Posted by havick206 (Post 2968963)

Thats also bogus.

Originally Posted by NovemberBravo (Post 2969032)

This is true.

Originally Posted by rickair7777 (Post 2969090)

They probably would if they could. But they probably can't.

Probably. But I know of at least one for sure, maybe two cases where a former regional pilot got involved in hiring at a major and brought his regional intramural prejudices with him. The one for sure basically went scorched-earth against his hated enemies until he was involuntarily removed from those duties.