From 91/135 Straight To A Major?
01-16-2020 | 05:45 PM
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I applied to be a LCA at my regional and then withdrew. I decided I didn't really want to do it, but was only doing it to pad the resume. Therefore I wouldn't enjoy it, and certainly would not be the best option for the students. I was fully prepared to justify this answer in an interview, but it never came up.
FWIW I was hired at NK with over 10,000 TT strictly line flying.
Must have really nailed the "Why Spirit" I guess, hahaha.
01-16-2020 | 06:15 PM
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01-17-2020 | 03:43 AM
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As soon as I finished IOE at a 121 carrier, I got the call. The recruiter said by updating my profile and the fact that I just went through a 121 training cycle is what helped put me on the radar. I have almost the same exact flight time and background as you. I was a checkairman and have a masters degree. Nothing seemed to work better than checking the 121 box.
01-17-2020 | 09:52 AM
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Had a couple guys in my class at Spirit that were part 91/135 only, as well as some pilot's that had only light twin time flying for 135 outfit with no jet time. So yes it can be done, and I wouldn't be surprised if this trend continues as major's continue to retire pilots and the demand starts applying pressure on the regionals. My understanding is the big 6 and ULCC'S will require close to 7000 pilots hired this year, and that trend will be continuing for quite some time.
The majority of my career was part 91, with a brief stint in 121. Flying for regional was good experience, but I'm glad to be done with it.
The majority of my career was part 91, with a brief stint in 121. Flying for regional was good experience, but I'm glad to be done with it.
01-19-2020 | 10:58 AM
#17
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I'm starting class at NK next month and have zero 121 time.
3500 Total
2500 Multi
2000 PIC
1400 Turbine PIC
All 91/135 in King Airs, Beechjets, and Lears. I've never held any management positions, but I know they definitely help your odds. Go to a Meet The Chiefs event and be friendly, toss in a few internal letters of rec if you can, and wait 1-3 months. You'll get the call...
3500 Total
2500 Multi
2000 PIC
1400 Turbine PIC
All 91/135 in King Airs, Beechjets, and Lears. I've never held any management positions, but I know they definitely help your odds. Go to a Meet The Chiefs event and be friendly, toss in a few internal letters of rec if you can, and wait 1-3 months. You'll get the call...
01-20-2020 | 12:48 PM
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I'm starting class at NK next month and have zero 121 time.
3500 Total
2500 Multi
2000 PIC
1400 Turbine PIC
All 91/135 in King Airs, Beechjets, and Lears. I've never held any management positions, but I know they definitely help your odds. Go to a Meet The Chiefs event and be friendly, toss in a few internal letters of rec if you can, and wait 1-3 months. You'll get the call...
3500 Total
2500 Multi
2000 PIC
1400 Turbine PIC
All 91/135 in King Airs, Beechjets, and Lears. I've never held any management positions, but I know they definitely help your odds. Go to a Meet The Chiefs event and be friendly, toss in a few internal letters of rec if you can, and wait 1-3 months. You'll get the call...
01-20-2020 | 12:48 PM
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As soon as I finished IOE at a 121 carrier, I got the call. The recruiter said by updating my profile and the fact that I just went through a 121 training cycle is what helped put me on the radar. I have almost the same exact flight time and background as you. I was a checkairman and have a masters degree. Nothing seemed to work better than checking the 121 box.
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