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07-06-2012, 07:11 AM
#1061
Gets Weekends Off
Joined APC: Sep 2008
Position: B767
Posts: 1,901
I heard the same, but just to be clear I heard (from CE) soon it will be ATP minimums (and written), but not required to actually have the ATP pilot certificate.
07-06-2012, 07:56 AM
#1062
Prime Minister/Moderator
Joined APC: Jan 2006
Position: Engines Turn Or People Swim
Posts: 40,057
However...a word of caution to the noobs: A PC checkride which is just for a 121 operating privilege is held to a somewhat lower standard than an ATP ride. The examiner has more flexibility to retrain you on the spot and then try the maneuver again. If it's an ATP ride, they can't let much slide. I'm not sure I would advocate blowing a couple grand on an ATP before your class date for that reason, but it's something to be aware of. Bottom line, you might be held to a higher standard than past new hires.
07-06-2012, 12:12 PM
#1063
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Joined APC: Sep 2008
Position: B767
Posts: 1,901
Makes sense, they can give you the ATP on the checkride.
However...a word of caution to the noobs: A PC checkride which is just for a 121 operating privilege is held to a somewhat lower standard than an ATP ride. The examiner has more flexibility to retrain you on the spot and then try the maneuver again. If it's an ATP ride, they can't let much slide. I'm not sure I would advocate blowing a couple grand on an ATP before your class date for that reason, but it's something to be aware of. Bottom line, you might be held to a higher standard than past new hires.
However...a word of caution to the noobs: A PC checkride which is just for a 121 operating privilege is held to a somewhat lower standard than an ATP ride. The examiner has more flexibility to retrain you on the spot and then try the maneuver again. If it's an ATP ride, they can't let much slide. I'm not sure I would advocate blowing a couple grand on an ATP before your class date for that reason, but it's something to be aware of. Bottom line, you might be held to a higher standard than past new hires.
07-11-2012, 02:00 PM
#1064
More Cowbell!!!
Joined APC: Nov 2011
Position: Spreading the LUV from the "Write" seat!!!
Posts: 346
Applied around June 21st, got the call for an interview yesterday, interview July 25th. Times are 1776/1776 with ATP, all military time.
07-11-2012, 11:45 PM
#1065
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Joined APC: Aug 2011
Posts: 166
Received an email stating they are very interested (rolls eyes) but looking for 1,500tt and let them know as soon as you meet it.
07-12-2012, 02:28 AM
#1066
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Joined APC: Feb 2007
Position: FO
Posts: 3,044
Makes sense, they can give you the ATP on the checkride.
However...a word of caution to the noobs: A PC checkride which is just for a 121 operating privilege is held to a somewhat lower standard than an ATP ride. The examiner has more flexibility to retrain you on the spot and then try the maneuver again. If it's an ATP ride, they can't let much slide. I'm not sure I would advocate blowing a couple grand on an ATP before your class date for that reason, but it's something to be aware of. Bottom line, you might be held to a higher standard than past new hires.
However...a word of caution to the noobs: A PC checkride which is just for a 121 operating privilege is held to a somewhat lower standard than an ATP ride. The examiner has more flexibility to retrain you on the spot and then try the maneuver again. If it's an ATP ride, they can't let much slide. I'm not sure I would advocate blowing a couple grand on an ATP before your class date for that reason, but it's something to be aware of. Bottom line, you might be held to a higher standard than past new hires.
07-12-2012, 04:55 AM
#1067
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Joined APC: Jan 2006
Position: Capt
Posts: 611
Does SkyWest have AQP? If so, they don't do the typical checkride. They do a Maneuvers Validation (which you can retrain on, up to one maneuver in each category up to 3 total), then the LOE which is the actual "8710 event". No different standards than a typical recurrent ride.
And yes, OO has AQP.
07-12-2012, 05:06 AM
#1068
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Joined APC: Feb 2007
Position: FO
Posts: 3,044
It probably depends what program approval the company has from the mighty FAA.
07-12-2012, 06:39 AM
#1069
Prime Minister/Moderator
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Posts: 40,057
My understanding is that the first checkride is a traditional PC, and then you go on the AQP plan.
07-12-2012, 06:42 AM
#1070
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Joined APC: Jan 2006
Position: Engines Turn Or People Swim
Posts: 40,057
As a military guy they will be very interested in why you want to work at SKW, and what your future plans are. They don't want to train you only to have you bail in 6 months for FDX. Just be aware.
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