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01-14-2012, 10:13 AM
#3331
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Joined APC: Jan 2008
Position: 319/320/321...whatever it takes.
Posts: 492
When I was down in MIA @ Airbus recently, I talked to some of the new hires, including a former AStar DC-8 Captain, a former military guy who's a United furlough, an ex-corporate guy (Lear's) and a former 1900D pilot. One of the pilots was in the mid 20's, others were late 40's.
Out of curiosity, how many had rec's? Are we out of those guys yet, or are they still coming through? I mean, it seems like we are turning down some guys, do those guys have letters, or are they off the street?
01-14-2012, 11:05 AM
#3332
First Rule of Fight Club
Joined APC: Jan 2007
Position: My seat smells like cat pee
Posts: 1,536
What 'certain type' is the flavor of the month?
When I was down in MIA @ Airbus recently, I talked to some of the new hires, including a former AStar DC-8 Captain, a former military guy who's a United furlough, an ex-corporate guy (Lear's) and a former 1900D pilot. One of the pilots was in the mid 20's, others were late 40's.
The only thing they all had in common was they all knew that they were fortunate to be picked up at Spirit (there's lots of competition for any job that could be considered a 'career' job right now, hopefully AA furloughs aren't coming) and all had someone on the inside help get their application noticed.
Not sure what 'type' we're looking for, but I know from experience what it's like to get the 'thin letter' as a well qualified applicant while watching others without your quality of resume get picked up. Unfortunately, pilots don't hire pilots these days, so we all watch HR pass on some great applicants.
Hopefully you find something even better, 'needtofly'. If not, give us another chance - maybe in 6 months we won't make the same mistake.
When I was down in MIA @ Airbus recently, I talked to some of the new hires, including a former AStar DC-8 Captain, a former military guy who's a United furlough, an ex-corporate guy (Lear's) and a former 1900D pilot. One of the pilots was in the mid 20's, others were late 40's.
The only thing they all had in common was they all knew that they were fortunate to be picked up at Spirit (there's lots of competition for any job that could be considered a 'career' job right now, hopefully AA furloughs aren't coming) and all had someone on the inside help get their application noticed.
Not sure what 'type' we're looking for, but I know from experience what it's like to get the 'thin letter' as a well qualified applicant while watching others without your quality of resume get picked up. Unfortunately, pilots don't hire pilots these days, so we all watch HR pass on some great applicants.
Hopefully you find something even better, 'needtofly'. If not, give us another chance - maybe in 6 months we won't make the same mistake.
Couldn't have said it better! Nicely put.
01-14-2012, 03:09 PM
#3334
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Joined APC: Jul 2008
Position: 320 Left soon middle
Posts: 488
What 'certain type' is the flavor of the month?
When I was down in MIA @ Airbus recently, I talked to some of the new hires, including a former AStar DC-8 Captain, a former military guy who's a United furlough, an ex-corporate guy (Lear's) and a former 1900D pilot. One of the pilots was in the mid 20's, others were late 40's.
When I was down in MIA @ Airbus recently, I talked to some of the new hires, including a former AStar DC-8 Captain, a former military guy who's a United furlough, an ex-corporate guy (Lear's) and a former 1900D pilot. One of the pilots was in the mid 20's, others were late 40's.
01-15-2012, 04:29 AM
#3335
Line Holder
Joined APC: Sep 2007
Position: turboprop, capt
Posts: 30
Got the letter too. I think my problem is lack of jet experience. Plenty of turboprop but no jet.
01-15-2012, 07:45 AM
#3336
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Joined APC: Dec 2005
Posts: 8,916
No one is a 10, and if you say that in an interview, it comes off arrogant. Always state at least one less, like a 8 or 9 and simply state that you are always learning and there are many trips on which you learn something new. Remember, nobody is perfect. That kinda response is much better. It shows a humble pilot, who is also willing to learn and improve. If I was a hiring pilot manager, I'd be turned off by anyone claiming to be a 10. I would picture someone trying to be Chuck Yeager, and put negative marks for that question.
01-18-2012, 05:51 PM
#3338
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Joined APC: Jan 2009
Position: 737 Left
Posts: 1,827
No one is a 10, and if you say that in an interview, it comes off arrogant. Always state at least one less, like a 8 or 9 and simply state that you are always learning and there are many trips on which you learn something new. Remember, nobody is perfect. That kinda response is much better. It shows a humble pilot, who is also willing to learn and improve. If I was a hiring pilot manager, I'd be turned off by anyone claiming to be a 10. I would picture someone trying to be Chuck Yeager, and put negative marks for that question.
01-19-2012, 03:17 AM
#3339
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Joined APC: Sep 2005
Position: A320 Captain
Posts: 1,114
01-19-2012, 05:39 AM
#3340
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Position: in front of a computer screen
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