Spirit Airlines current hiring
03-30-2017 | 08:41 PM
#2991
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03-31-2017 | 02:29 AM
#2992
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From: A320 Captain
Correct! It's not real training, that's box checking. As soon as something goes bad here and they dig into the training profiles.... Ouch! Don't go cheap on training, it will catch up with you. I've seen guys get spoked if you true off the auto pilot and just fly it in. Never trained to turn it all off and drive it in. You don't see that in any of the 4 days. Plus the damn airplane gives you master warning and down grade chirp if you hand fly. I'm insulted! LOL
03-31-2017 | 08:20 AM
#2993
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Joined: Jan 2014
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From: CRJ7 FO
The intent of this post is ONLY to share my experience and maybe shed some light for new hires on what to expect before you get to class and what to avoid during training.
As for my background, I was flying the CRJ.
I was in one of the new hires classes that started recently but, unfortunately, I did not make it. I left during the first half of the CSI sessions.
I'm not here to blame the training department, the training itself or the company at all.
As far as not making it, it is all on me. I just wasn't able to deliver the performance that was expected in the timeframe that was given to me.
As mentioned in a previous posts, there in no holding hands here. You have to put in the work. As a matter a fact, try to show up knowing ALL the flows (Captain and FO). If you can do that, it will take a big burden of your shoulders. There is just too much material to be covered for you to try to use the time during training to memorize the flows. (if Im not mistaken they are 23 in total). Also, work with your partner as much as possible. Practice the flows together as much as you can. This will help out both of you tremendously.
If for any reason, you experience problems during training like I did, ask for help! I know sometimes it is hard do this because you don't want to draw attention to yourself but trust me it is not worth it to try to fix the problem alone. That is what I tried to do and Im home now trying to figure out my next, best move to fix my situation.
After the first week (indoc), there are 4 CPT sessions. These are basically the cockpit posters and a windows software where you practice programming the FMS and the navigation functions.
After that, you have the CSIs. These will cover the systems portion. The systems are all self studying (CBTs) and the lesson for the day will be covered on your debrief. However, I would suggest going over the CBTs and not expecting to learn everything from the instructor. After CSIs, you have the FAA Oral. After that, FTDs and than 04 SIMS and checkride.
I hope this helps anybody starting class soon.
If anyone has more specific questions, you can shoot me a message and I will try to answer them to the best of my ability.
Cheers
As for my background, I was flying the CRJ.
I was in one of the new hires classes that started recently but, unfortunately, I did not make it. I left during the first half of the CSI sessions.
I'm not here to blame the training department, the training itself or the company at all.
As far as not making it, it is all on me. I just wasn't able to deliver the performance that was expected in the timeframe that was given to me.
As mentioned in a previous posts, there in no holding hands here. You have to put in the work. As a matter a fact, try to show up knowing ALL the flows (Captain and FO). If you can do that, it will take a big burden of your shoulders. There is just too much material to be covered for you to try to use the time during training to memorize the flows. (if Im not mistaken they are 23 in total). Also, work with your partner as much as possible. Practice the flows together as much as you can. This will help out both of you tremendously.
If for any reason, you experience problems during training like I did, ask for help! I know sometimes it is hard do this because you don't want to draw attention to yourself but trust me it is not worth it to try to fix the problem alone. That is what I tried to do and Im home now trying to figure out my next, best move to fix my situation.
After the first week (indoc), there are 4 CPT sessions. These are basically the cockpit posters and a windows software where you practice programming the FMS and the navigation functions.
After that, you have the CSIs. These will cover the systems portion. The systems are all self studying (CBTs) and the lesson for the day will be covered on your debrief. However, I would suggest going over the CBTs and not expecting to learn everything from the instructor. After CSIs, you have the FAA Oral. After that, FTDs and than 04 SIMS and checkride.
I hope this helps anybody starting class soon.
If anyone has more specific questions, you can shoot me a message and I will try to answer them to the best of my ability.
Cheers
03-31-2017 | 08:59 AM
#2994
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Joined: Dec 2012
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The intent of this post is ONLY to share my experience and maybe shed some light for new hires on what to expect before you get to class and what to avoid during training.
As for my background, I was flying the CRJ.
I was in one of the new hires classes that started recently but, unfortunately, I did not make it. I left during the first half of the CSI sessions.
I'm not here to blame the training department, the training itself or the company at all.
As far as not making it, it is all on me. I just wasn't able to deliver the performance that was expected in the timeframe that was given to me.
As mentioned in a previous posts, there in no holding hands here. You have to put in the work. As a matter a fact, try to show up knowing ALL the flows (Captain and FO). If you can do that, it will take a big burden of your shoulders. There is just too much material to be covered for you to try to use the time during training to memorize the flows. (if Im not mistaken they are 23 in total). Also, work with your partner as much as possible. Practice the flows together as much as you can. This will help out both of you tremendously.
If for any reason, you experience problems during training like I did, ask for help! I know sometimes it is hard do this because you don't want to draw attention to yourself but trust me it is not worth it to try to fix the problem alone. That is what I tried to do and Im home now trying to figure out my next, best move to fix my situation.
After the first week (indoc), there are 4 CPT sessions. These are basically the cockpit posters and a windows software where you practice programming the FMS and the navigation functions.
After that, you have the CSIs. These will cover the systems portion. The systems are all self studying (CBTs) and the lesson for the day will be covered on your debrief. However, I would suggest going over the CBTs and not expecting to learn everything from the instructor. After CSIs, you have the FAA Oral. After that, FTDs and than 04 SIMS and checkride.
I hope this helps anybody starting class soon.
If anyone has more specific questions, you can shoot me a message and I will try to answer them to the best of my ability.
Cheers
As for my background, I was flying the CRJ.
I was in one of the new hires classes that started recently but, unfortunately, I did not make it. I left during the first half of the CSI sessions.
I'm not here to blame the training department, the training itself or the company at all.
As far as not making it, it is all on me. I just wasn't able to deliver the performance that was expected in the timeframe that was given to me.
As mentioned in a previous posts, there in no holding hands here. You have to put in the work. As a matter a fact, try to show up knowing ALL the flows (Captain and FO). If you can do that, it will take a big burden of your shoulders. There is just too much material to be covered for you to try to use the time during training to memorize the flows. (if Im not mistaken they are 23 in total). Also, work with your partner as much as possible. Practice the flows together as much as you can. This will help out both of you tremendously.
If for any reason, you experience problems during training like I did, ask for help! I know sometimes it is hard do this because you don't want to draw attention to yourself but trust me it is not worth it to try to fix the problem alone. That is what I tried to do and Im home now trying to figure out my next, best move to fix my situation.
After the first week (indoc), there are 4 CPT sessions. These are basically the cockpit posters and a windows software where you practice programming the FMS and the navigation functions.
After that, you have the CSIs. These will cover the systems portion. The systems are all self studying (CBTs) and the lesson for the day will be covered on your debrief. However, I would suggest going over the CBTs and not expecting to learn everything from the instructor. After CSIs, you have the FAA Oral. After that, FTDs and than 04 SIMS and checkride.
I hope this helps anybody starting class soon.
If anyone has more specific questions, you can shoot me a message and I will try to answer them to the best of my ability.
Cheers
did you prepare before class? I know this training program is very demanding and the instructors care (for the most part) about your progress, it's all about checking the boxes and move to the next maneuver.(save money)
Again good luck.
03-31-2017 | 12:13 PM
#2995
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From: A320 FO
03-31-2017 | 03:57 PM
#2997
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Joined: Jan 2014
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From: CRJ7 FO
First of all, good luck on your next step, plenty of jobs out there, make sure you learn something out of this experience.
did you prepare before class? I know this training program is very demanding and the instructors care (for the most part) about your progress, it's all about checking the boxes and move to the next maneuver.(save money)
Again good luck.
did you prepare before class? I know this training program is very demanding and the instructors care (for the most part) about your progress, it's all about checking the boxes and move to the next maneuver.(save money)
Again good luck.
Cheers
03-31-2017 | 07:02 PM
#3000
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Some just can't help themselves. JetRaph I'm sorry to hear about your expierence, keep your head up and keep plugging away.
As far as training, reading Raph's post should be a concern if you are thinking about Spirit and a career here. There is no spoon feeding, no holding hands, there are training gates and if you don't make it through one that is considered an unsat. A second unsat on a gate, oral, or checkride could be means for termination. It's no joke! Training is difficult if you don't prepare before class. Good luck to those brave enough to take on the Spirit challenge with no expierence.
As far as training, reading Raph's post should be a concern if you are thinking about Spirit and a career here. There is no spoon feeding, no holding hands, there are training gates and if you don't make it through one that is considered an unsat. A second unsat on a gate, oral, or checkride could be means for termination. It's no joke! Training is difficult if you don't prepare before class. Good luck to those brave enough to take on the Spirit challenge with no expierence.
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