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Originally Posted by Flyinlynn
Yes I did but I washed out in the sims :-(
I made it through Indoc, systems and procedures validation.
Big jump from VFR CFI in a Cessna 152 to flows, callouts, tasks, FMS, glass panel, and a jet all at one time in 10 hours. (Five 4 hour sessions split with your partner so 10 hours of PF) they do allow up to 10 more hours but if you use all the extra training you will be fired and have a PRIA event on your record. So before you get to that point the option is to resign.
Trying to figure out what to do next
I will say this as someone who has been through both SkyWest and Horizon training programs and passed both within the last year or so. Yes, I went from SkyWest to Horizon... I know, against the flow of traffic. However, that whole no commuter clause and no union thing really didn't pan out well for me as much as the SkyWest guys bark about having a great deal with no protection.
I went through the ERJ at SkyWest and it was a cake walk compared to the Q400 sim training at Horizon. I'm not sure of the difference in training difficulties between the ERJ and Q at Horizon, but due to the complex procedures (RNP, Cat 3, special airports) that the Q is capable of, their expectations are pretty high as far as keeping up with flows and procedures while flying what is a very high workload airplane.
With that being said, Since you now have a taste of the 121 firehose it may be easier for you the second time around. I wouldn't recommend the Q, people are failing out of the training on that plane at a pretty high frequency, but the ERJ will be better for you living in SEA anyway. The friends I've talked to that have been in the ERJ program said it was pretty easy, but they also had some previous 121 experience. If you felt overwhelmed maybe grabbing some 135 time will be the best option prior to trying for Horizon, but that is just my take. Please don't take that the wrong way, as you are the one that knows best what you are capable of. I flew 135 prior to 121, and it was a big help in my opinion. Best of luck and if you get on board and have more detailed questions, PM me and I'll get you in touch with some that have recently went through the training.