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01-03-2011, 01:00 PM

#111

Jetjok

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The above said, still thanks Mark because it's a good review for those wanting to become a purple pilot.

JJ

01-03-2011, 01:06 PM

#112

Tuck

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Laughing_Jakal

Tuck,

I hope you werent' refering to me....I was advising the Lad against indicating that he had a FeW before he actually took the test. My advise is much as yours. Just do whatever it takes to get it done ASAP. If you are that interested in FDX....the time to get it was yesterday.

no sorry....referring to him

01-03-2011, 01:07 PM

#113

Tuck

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Palmtree Pilot

At World, flying a FedEx trip subbed to us.

PtP

Hey how long were you guys at World moving our freight? I know it was during peak but was it 2 months or more? thx

01-03-2011, 02:53 PM

#114

Moondog

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Quote:

Originally Posted by bleedairpacks

Congrats to all the guys getting the opportunity to interview with such a great company. I spent the last 30+ years of my life flying for them and never regretted anything (4a2b included). However, I can't see all the open seats available being filled for 727SO. Didn't some grandpas revert back to 727SO when they phased out the DC-10? Do we really have that many still flying?

Happy New Year!

What does the red text mean? Sorry if it is a stupid question, but I don't understand what you are getting at.

01-03-2011, 03:12 PM

#115

Palmtree Pilot

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Position: Boeing

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Tuck

Hey how long were you guys at World moving our freight? I know it was during peak but was it 2 months or more? thx

I'm almost 100% positive it was SEP-DEC so it should be finished. I moved over to the 744, so my last 11 trip was in SEP when it started. I'm sure that it was ending at the end of DEC.

I don't remember any HNL trips for FedEx in the bids!!

PtP

01-03-2011, 04:23 PM

#116

Ironcitybum

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After the App window opens, any guesses as to how long it will be for the hiring process to begin?

01-03-2011, 04:36 PM

#117

Fr8doggie

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Ironcitybum

After the App window opens, any guesses as to how long it will be for the hiring process to begin?

My WAG is two months.

01-03-2011, 09:45 PM

#118

okbk

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Does FEDEX do a credit check on new hires? is your credit score/history a factor in hiring at all?

01-04-2011, 06:49 AM

#119

CloudSailor

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Quote:

Originally Posted by alvrb211

I don't doubt you. But does it say so on the app?

I took the FE written in 2006. Am I doing anything wrong by checking the box on the app then re-taking the exam before my (possible) interview?

JJ

I think someone already replied to your question, but I'll answer anyway.

I agree with you in that, as per FAR's, your FEX written test is current, as you have been employed by a Part 121 carrier since you last took the test. Now, FedEx wants the written within the last 24 months, regardless of FARs. That is just how they like it. I know this from personal experience.

It seems to me that what you are doing is correct. Per FARs, your written is current. So, yes, you do have a current FEX written.

Now, as someone else advised, as soon as you get the call for the interview, go re-take the written and show up with a fresh score.

Of course, one needs to make sure that the Flight Engineer written test is the FEX (Flight Engineer Turbojet). There are other types of FE writtens that do not satisfy FedEx's requirements.

Good luck

01-04-2011, 10:59 AM

#120

Falconjet

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Here's one more opinion:

If you have any inclination at all to apply to FedEx, have a current (within 2 year) FEX written when you apply. I would not rely on a FAA exception that the company doesn't recognize. Realize that having a current (within the past 2 years) is simply another indication of your sincerity in wanting to get hired by FedEx. 99% of the applicants will have it, do you want to be part of the 1% who can't be bothered to meet the clearly stated (ok, maybe not so clearly stated on the website but you have numerous current FedEx line pilots telling you clearly the company's requirement) requirement of employment? I don't think so.

Most of us took the test multiple times (I had to do it 3 times) and recognize that it is a boreass. That being said, the company wants to see that you are willing to put forth the effort of maintaining it throughout your courtship with the company, so I would do my darnedest to ensure that I had that sucker done (within the past 2 years).

Best of luck,

FJ