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MattyIce 07-31-2015 08:08 AM


Originally Posted by Hacker15e (Post 1941002)
Public service announcement: The term is "gouge", and it is its own plural (like deer).

When referencing material that helps one study for a test or interview, there is no such thing as "gouges".

You remind me of an instructor I once knew from Prescott. He was fond of Eagles too. Thanks for the welcome to APC...

minimwage4 07-31-2015 08:42 AM


Originally Posted by rbsjr22 (Post 1940707)
I appreciate all the replies guys. I've been out of flying for a couple years and I'm looking to just get back into it. I've done well for myself in my current job but feel as if somethings missing. That if I don't pursue my first love that I'll have regrets. With that being said it's nerve racking putting myself back out there in terms of applying etc.

Don't do it. Stay with your current job. You won't have a life. Something will be missing for sure.

rbsjr22 07-31-2015 11:18 AM


Originally Posted by MattyIce (Post 1940982)
First let me say congrats on your decision to come back, couldn't have picked a better time.

Second, because you mentioned that you had been out for a few years, get back into the books! ATP study guides and the Instrument Flying Handbook. I don't believe any of the questions you'll get on any of the interviews you'll be invited to will be overly difficult but be sure you're prepared with the knowledge about the flying you'll be doing (I'm not referring to the aircraft the company flies, they don't expect you'll know much about that).

Third, read gouge and try and get in contact with people that work at the airlines you're targeting. You will know which ones are your first, second and so on choices. Be sure to do your homework on them. And I completely agree with WIPilot, don't sell yourself short and apply anyway; let the airline make the decision to call or not but don't stop working on your skill set and qualifications.

Lastly, if you're interested in Piedmont let me know. I'd be happy to answer any questions you might have about us and point your resume in the right direction.

Good Luck!


Actually Piedmont is one of my choices. I live in NW Ohio, so something out of DTW, DAY, CLE, or Columbus is preferred but I don't think the commute to PHY wouldn't be too bad. Applications for Piedmont are submitted through Airlinepilotapps?

I plan on continuing to fly and have bought study material for Instrument IPC and ATP.

rbsjr22 07-31-2015 11:19 AM


Originally Posted by JohnnyDingus (Post 1940767)
Come to PSA


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Have already submitted my application! Waiting to hear back from them.

rbsjr22 07-31-2015 11:25 AM


Originally Posted by minimwage4 (Post 1941034)
Don't do it. Stay with your current job. You won't have a life. Something will be missing for sure.

This is something me and my wife have discussed greatly and she supports the decision I make. I feel as if I have reached the limit of where I can go in retail and would be doing myself a disservice if I don't pursue the career I had originally wanted to do. Anyway, retail in of itself is not a long term career goal of mine. I appreciate your input though.

JohnnyDingus 07-31-2015 11:31 AM


Originally Posted by rbsjr22 (Post 1941115)
Have already submitted my application! Waiting to hear back from them.

It's a great time to be a PSA pilot. Just wait until our new flow deal is announced.

Hacker15e 07-31-2015 12:01 PM


Originally Posted by MattyIce (Post 1941016)
You remind me of an instructor I once knew from Prescott. He was fond of Eagles too. Thanks for the welcome to APC...

Wasn't directed at you, specifically, and certainly had nothing to do with a "welcome" to this forum...just something I've seen on APC and I occasionally insert a PSA as a reminder.

higney85 07-31-2015 01:15 PM

Take a look at endeavor. Highest pay and guaranteed movement with guys going to DL.... And a DTW base that goes junior. Pm me if you have questions...

While others tell you to go into a quick upgrade path, your times prevent that for a little while, so you need time first, endeavor pays the best for that checkbox.

badtransam97 08-01-2015 05:26 AM


Originally Posted by JohnnyDingus (Post 1941124)
It's a great time to be a PSA pilot. Just wait until our new flow deal is announced.

When is the new base announcent?? That means more than the ssp to me

MattyIce 08-01-2015 07:10 AM


Originally Posted by rbsjr22 (Post 1941113)
Actually Piedmont is one of my choices. I live in NW Ohio, so something out of DTW, DAY, CLE, or Columbus is preferred but I don't think the commute to PHY wouldn't be too bad. Applications for Piedmont are submitted through Airlinepilotapps?

I plan on continuing to fly and have bought study material for Instrument IPC and ATP.

That's correct, apply through Airlineapps. Although, if you're interested, I can pass your app along to one of our recruiters. They do the interviews directly. Send me a private message if you want to go that way. Sounds like you're on the right track with your prep work!


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