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Ethan826 04-11-2023 12:03 PM

Thanks for the replies, I really appreciate the advice. I'm strongly inclined towards the regionals, though the 91/135 suggestions are something I'll keep in mind. I'll get myself current and then start applying.

Otterbox 04-11-2023 03:49 PM


Originally Posted by Ethan826 (Post 3621836)
Hi, apologies if this has been asked and answered a zillion times; I couldn't find it.

My flight experience is all from 15 years ago: ERAU grad, Gold Seal CFI/CFII/MEI, assistant chief at a 141 school etc. I changed careers since, largely because of family duties, but never stopped dreaming of airline flying. With no more diapers to change and the kids all in school, I'm grateful and humbled that my family is encouraging me to get back in.

My plan is to do a Flight Review, IPC, and fly enough to feel proficient, likely with some additional instrument work in an FTD.

What I'm uncertain of is whether there are any unpublicized requirements for experience in the last 6 or 12 months or similar. I'm in the NC Triangle and so will likely target the wholly owneds for American with the notion of getting based in Charlotte one day.

I'd be grateful for any advice on this. Thanks very much!

Regionals usually look for 25-50hrs in the past 12 months. Right now they’re focusing on captain eligible hiring but should restart hiring FOs by the end of summer.

rickair7777 04-12-2023 07:43 AM


Originally Posted by Otterbox (Post 3622701)
Regionals usually look for 25-50hrs in the past 12 months.

I know people hired with 50 hours in the last 12 *years*.

Otterbox 04-12-2023 08:03 AM


Originally Posted by rickair7777 (Post 3622975)
I know people hired with 50 hours in the last 12 *years*.

Not saying that doesn’t happen… everything is waiverable when seats in indoc are empty. Right now there’s a backlog of applicants waiting to get hired as FOs.


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