Regional Pilot Applicant
 

Hey Guys,

I'm currently looking to apply to regionals and have a few questions some of you that have gone through the process recently might be able to answer for me. I have 1469 TT with 19 AMEL (low I know). I previously worked with an areial photography company and was able to rack up a ton of xc time as well as pic. I also have my BA through an accredited college so I would qualify for rATP.

My concern in terms of my application is the Night flighing. With the free 25 hrs towards the ATP getting from take off and landings I'm only at 61, 39 short of the atp min.

Do you think I would still be considered an applicant for the position? Any and all advise is greatly appreciated.

You need 100 night, and at least 25 multi. There is an exception to have even less night, but I'm not sure if regionals are going that far.

Yes, the airlines would consider you as long as you got all your time by the first day of class start in most cases. I know a guy who didn't even have a multiengine rating and got hired by a regional as long as he got the rating and 25 hours of multi before class start date.

I personally got hired about 270 hours shy of the total time requirements as long as I met the total time requirements by class start date.

Do not ever disqualify yourself. Just apply and let the airline make the decision. If you get the call you get the call, if not keep on working at it. Good luck!

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.

Come to PSA


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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!

You've been out of flying for a few years? Go get current again, fly 100 hours...

Do they still have placed in Florida where two people can split multi engine time in something like a Seminole, Duchess or an Aztec?
Just curious. I've been out of the general aviation loop for almost 18 years

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".