Hey guys, I know you've seen all my posts on Colgan, but this thread is actually not about them haha. I just got an interview date with ExpressJet and I have to say I'm very excited; it’s nice to have another option on the table. I'm wondering for those guys who work for XJT/interviewed with them, what advice do you have for me going into the interview? My interview is in just under 2 weeks, and I want to be as prepared as possible. Also, does ExpressJet have a future in spite of all the news that’s been out regarding them loosing their flying from CAL? In spite of all that, this looks like a great company. Your advice is greatly appreciated.

 

Don't work there....can't really tell ya. But with any interview preparation is paramount. PAY ATTENTION TO DETAIL. The more you look, act, and speak the part...the more likely you are to get the part. I would get on aviationinterviews.com and use their gouges. Also, if you know anyone currently doing Part 121, ask them rules of thumb they use in every day ops (descent planning, crossing restrictions, etc.) Having a 121 guy quiz me before my interview is probably what got me the job I have today.

As far as XJT's future...I would think it's pretty secure as of right now. They have already found flying for some of those aircraft and I would assume they should be able to find more. Plus, hiring has not slowed down there since that announcement which tells me they are still looking for pilots. I know I've recommended XJT to several of my friends. If you had a choice between Colgan or XJT...I'd take XJT any day and twice on sundays. The XJT guys can help you more though...

 

Why twice on Sunday's?

 

I dunno...it's just how the saying goes I guess

 

Still a great place here at XJT. Interview gouge is on aviationinterviews.

Future, no one knows for sure. The charter side seems to be growing rapidly. 15 planes committed as of Jan. We arent holding our breath on the RFPs and I would expect to see ExpressJet flying branded by Q2 '07. Nothing concrete, just my guess. Nothing like FlyI..... It will be under our control and we still have a constant revenue stream from the remaining 200+ aircraft we fly for CAL.

Great company, great management, CA attrition is high (35/mo) leaving for CAL and other majors. Hiring is high and planning to increase 64+/mo for the next few months at least....Training is ramping up with ground and flight instructor hires.... You will like it here.

Good luck.

 

Livinthedrea, study your ass off!!!!!!!!!!!!!! it would be great for you considering you arent even old enough to upgrade by a couple of years!!!!!!!!!!

 

Been at XJT 2 years now, have loved every bit of it.

- Interview is not bad, if they have'nt changed much.... KNOW your Jepps, make sure the logbook is presentable, and the one I hate to hear but it's true, just be yourself.

-Take all the stuff you read on these forums with a grain of salt. Things haver been fine here. They COULD change for the worse. Considering I have been here 2 years, get all weekends off, got Thanksgiving and X-mas off. And will upgrade in '07. If things did get worse, I for one could not complain TOO much.

Once again, things should be fine. See you when you get here.

 

How long did it take you to get an interview date? I've been "Added to Requisition" since 10/14.

 

I added mine 10/20......whats your time?

 

1250/300. Have an interview with Comair in less than two weeks but no call from XJT yet.