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#3951
On Reserve
Joined APC: Apr 2020
Position: 737 FO
Posts: 12
Indoc to training timeline
CJO says minimum of 7 days from end of indoc to beginning of training. I’ve heard 4-6 weeks depending on equipment. What is the recent info from each fleet on days/weeks from end of indoc to first day of training?
#3952
Gets Weekends Off
Joined APC: Feb 2016
Position: 737
Posts: 316
Your not crazy at all. I might even say in my opinion, it's sort of a hidden gem. And especially if you're already coming from a regional backround, your already used to the type of flying. I'm only averaging 2-3 legs per day, overnights typically seem to be in the 13-16 hr range, relatively short van rides, no red eyes, staying in 1-2 time zones. (Your not required to like all that, I just happen to appreciate those things). The layover's are the same repetitive mix of cities but I could personally care less, my kids and I can explore new places on vacation. The last two years I feel what I just listed pretty much holds true currently. All subject to change of course. And I bid down to reserve on purpose living in base (Is it really bidding "down" though?). I'm (40% B) able to bid a three on/four off RSV sked pretty consistently all month which limits the amount of abuse that can be piled on. (I'm curious how the new 18 Hr LC will work with a 3on/4off rsv sked) Crews are great for the most part, possibly the combination of newer FO's, younger CA's, or the average-joe this plane attracts but for the most part everyone is easy to work with and not too busted up and jaded. I think you'd enjoy it, it's a good intro-to-delta plane IMO.
#3958
On Reserve
Joined APC: Nov 2019
Posts: 24
73 vs 320
My last 4 starts with a 2 so don't know how much choice i will have but I have class next month. Debating if I should try for the 73 or 320. I'm a current 73 captain so the transition would be easy, I hear upgrade times aren't too long and the trips are good from what I've been told. Pros for the 320 side is a more comfortable cockpit and I've been told there's a lot of growth. There's also a possible negative transfer of learning coming from another airline on the same plane, where as the 320 I would be starting fresh with Delta.
Opinions/what would you bid for? Thanks.
Opinions/what would you bid for? Thanks.
#3959
Gets Weekends Off
Joined APC: Jan 2019
Posts: 105
My last 4 starts with a 2 so don't know how much choice i will have but I have class next month. Debating if I should try for the 73 or 320. I'm a current 73 captain so the transition would be easy, I hear upgrade times aren't too long and the trips are good from what I've been told. Pros for the 320 side is a more comfortable cockpit and I've been told there's a lot of growth. There's also a possible negative transfer of learning coming from another airline on the same plane, where as the 320 I would be starting fresh with Delta.
Opinions/what would you bid for? Thanks.
Opinions/what would you bid for? Thanks.
#3960
My last 4 starts with a 2 so don't know how much choice i will have but I have class next month. Debating if I should try for the 73 or 320. I'm a current 73 captain so the transition would be easy, I hear upgrade times aren't too long and the trips are good from what I've been told. Pros for the 320 side is a more comfortable cockpit and I've been told there's a lot of growth. There's also a possible negative transfer of learning coming from another airline on the same plane, where as the 320 I would be starting fresh with Delta.
Opinions/what would you bid for? Thanks.
Opinions/what would you bid for? Thanks.
You will work harder but be more comfortable on the 320 (more legs/day.) You will be less comfortable but enjoy transcons and the occasional all-inclusive beach layover on the 737. Pick your poison.
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