Type required
02-04-2017, 04:10 PM
#21
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Joined APC: Dec 2016
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Yes. If that info came from a Chief then he is wrong. It doesn't really shock me based on how out of touch most of the guys in the CPO are.
The type is not required now nor will it be. Period. That webpage was dug up and discussed already months ago on the union forum and the TA Facebook page. It is old hence the no Denver crew base. The current website says nothing about the type.
Email Rocky if you want to settle it. He is great about answering questions.
The type is not required now nor will it be. Period. That webpage was dug up and discussed already months ago on the union forum and the TA Facebook page. It is old hence the no Denver crew base. The current website says nothing about the type.
Email Rocky if you want to settle it. He is great about answering questions.
02-04-2017, 06:34 PM
#22
weekends off? Nope...
Joined APC: Apr 2014
Posts: 2,021
Yes he will, and you can email him via the pilotcredentials where it gives you a link to ask questions about the application. He answered my questions.
02-04-2017, 07:13 PM
#23
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Joined APC: Dec 2012
Position: Supreme Allied Commander
Posts: 1,074
I saw Rocky yesterday. That's who I was and am now quoting/paraphrasing. Dont need the type. The whole "our training is developed around guys having it" argument is now moot. The training has now changed, developed for a new-hire NOT having it. He specifically referenced last training model being deficient for guys without the type, not blaming the guys but the old method of training. They want to train you, have a clean slate. Save your time, money and jeopardy risk.
02-04-2017, 07:41 PM
#24
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Joined APC: Jan 2017
Posts: 231
How many guys have difficulties in training and or don't finish? I can't imigine that it's many and would be a rare event.
I have the type, no time in the 73, but my type was over ten years ago at HPA. I think I remember how to start the APU
I have the type, no time in the 73, but my type was over ten years ago at HPA. I think I remember how to start the APU
02-04-2017, 09:13 PM
#25
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Joined APC: Dec 2016
Posts: 139
The Chief of training told us that every single one of the 600+ 2016 new hires made it through training. Although there was a dude a few classes ahead of me sent home for some "inaccuracies" in his background check relating to a busted checkride. If my class was any example, a significant majority of those folks did not have a type. The course is now designed around not having one. You get some extra days off if you do have one as folks take their orals.
02-05-2017, 05:59 AM
#26
At your mom's house
Joined APC: Jun 2008
Position: cpt 737
Posts: 2,798
Union said that last yr 20% of new hires had some form or retraining or extra training. Not a big deal in my opinion some just want a few more hrs of IOE or another sim. They'll get you through if you have a good attitude and are trying.
As far as having previous experience in a 737 before showing up; sure it's a pita to learn the SW way and some of it, ok most of it, has you scratching your head but it's their company and their way. No big deal. Everyone I flew with appreciated my previous experience so it can't hurt
As far as having previous experience in a 737 before showing up; sure it's a pita to learn the SW way and some of it, ok most of it, has you scratching your head but it's their company and their way. No big deal. Everyone I flew with appreciated my previous experience so it can't hurt
03-16-2017, 03:08 PM
#27
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Joined APC: Mar 2017
Posts: 17
FWIW, from pilot credentials
Q: Am I required to have a B737 Type Rating to be hired at Southwest Airlines?
A: A Boeing 737 Type Rating is no longer required prior to a job offer. Pilot candidates must still have a U.S. FAA unrestricted Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate with an AMEL endorsement to be considered a valid applicant.
Q: I have just obtained a B737 Type Rating, how will Southwest evaluate that achievement?
A: Some candidates may have recently received a B737 Type Rating; we understand their commitment and recognize they may be targeting an opportunity at Southwest Airlines. That commitment will not go unrecognized. Even though the type rating is no longer required, it is still beneficial and will continue to have value in the screening process.
Q: Am I required to have a B737 Type Rating to be hired at Southwest Airlines?
A: A Boeing 737 Type Rating is no longer required prior to a job offer. Pilot candidates must still have a U.S. FAA unrestricted Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate with an AMEL endorsement to be considered a valid applicant.
Q: I have just obtained a B737 Type Rating, how will Southwest evaluate that achievement?
A: Some candidates may have recently received a B737 Type Rating; we understand their commitment and recognize they may be targeting an opportunity at Southwest Airlines. That commitment will not go unrecognized. Even though the type rating is no longer required, it is still beneficial and will continue to have value in the screening process.
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