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#861
It was my impression that they were moving some -800's over to LAX from ATL ASAP and not waiting for the -700's to trickle in. Then when the -700's come on line they would go to back fill the lost hours in ATL. Did you hear something different? I hope I don't have to wait that long to move. Bring on the new hires out west!
#862
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You'll need a current First Class to get the interview and again to complete training if it's not still current. After that, F/O's in categories requiring a type rated relief pilot (777, 767-400, 767-300ER) will have to keep the First Class current (every 6 months). F/O's in other categories need a First Class every 12 months.
BTW, Delta reimburses you for all your required FAA medical exams once you're hired, so it's really only a time and trouble thing.
BTW, Delta reimburses you for all your required FAA medical exams once you're hired, so it's really only a time and trouble thing.
#863
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The plan is to hire a lot (70 a month) in early 2008 and try to get training done before the July, August, block hour increases. Total 2008 around 650 (no changes thus far).
Domestic margins are getting tight. Fuel costs could effect 737-700 options since they are growth aircraft. Right now there are 10 firm, 10 options being looked at hard and SouthWest is deferring a lot of options.
#864
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#865
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I was asking for a 'friend'?
#866
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I tell my friends that Delta is the best 121 gig on the planet right now and it is easily worth the effort and expense to show up prepared to succeed.
A pilot without a Medical isn't really a Pilot at all (being legalistic) and could expose the Company to a disability claim, as well as the other Pilots to a draw down of their Mutual Assistance Fund. Not to mention everyone from the Secretary who inputs the documentation into Pilot Records to the Program Manager would be asking questions about "the guy with no Medical." The goal is not to stand out, but rather to be outstanding.
I can't say for sure this is an instant deal breaker, but the risk sure exists that Delta would have to take immediate action to protect their interests. Some new hires have been sent away and asked to return when they were able to complete training (with the commensurate loss of over a hundred seniority numbers).
Your friends and mine will love it here. I can't get this goofy grin off my face - even flying the Mad Dog.
A pilot without a Medical isn't really a Pilot at all (being legalistic) and could expose the Company to a disability claim, as well as the other Pilots to a draw down of their Mutual Assistance Fund. Not to mention everyone from the Secretary who inputs the documentation into Pilot Records to the Program Manager would be asking questions about "the guy with no Medical." The goal is not to stand out, but rather to be outstanding.
I can't say for sure this is an instant deal breaker, but the risk sure exists that Delta would have to take immediate action to protect their interests. Some new hires have been sent away and asked to return when they were able to complete training (with the commensurate loss of over a hundred seniority numbers).
Your friends and mine will love it here. I can't get this goofy grin off my face - even flying the Mad Dog.
#867
Go get it renewed--it'll be the last one you'll ever pay for. FWIW, they are going to collect all your documents to input into DBMS during Indoc, so yeah, they will probably notice the expired medical. That, and the FAA can ask for your stuff at any time when you're in a training program. And you'll need it to ride the jump seat.
#868
That begs a question. When flying 121, do you have to carry your tickets and medical with you like a drivers liscense? Please forgive my ignorance as I have only flown mil.
#869
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Yes! In fact, I got a copy of all my certificates from the FAA and carry them in my flight bag.
#870
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About showing up without a current medical: VERY BAD IDEA
If you're trying to save a few bucks (a noble pilot manuever by the way) it probably will not work. Delta automatically pays a set fee into your paycheck in the month your medical expires. Since you're not in the system until you show up for work my guess is you would not get the payment until your next expiration month.
Remember you are on probation. One negative may not get you fired but they add up and right now there are plenty of people out there that would love to have your job.
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