My escape from the airline industry
Hey guys, Just thought I would post my story to provide some insight to others. I went to UND, commercial aviation degree. Worked for UND for 3 years in a couple different roles, instructor, stage...
View ArticleWhat is the deal with Vision Airlines?
Is there anyone who knows what is going on with Vision Airlines? Are they flying more routes in the future? I see they are hiring for pilot, dispatchers and maintenance personal but can't seem to find...
View ArticleMeds
I am coming back from a severe back injury. The docs prescribed hydrocodone for me which I was taking for two weeks post surgery. I am off them today but I am to return to work in 4 days. AME said 48...
View Articlecompany issued iPad?
Just wondering if anyone with a company issued iPad could answer a question. Has your company put restrictions on them concerning having your own choice of apps, videos, and personal content?
View ArticleLeave SkyWest for JetBlue ?
Gents, Serious question no flame intended. Here is the situation, late 20's live in base, happy at OO. I'm a homeowner and not moving east of the Mississippi. Would making the switch to Blue be worth...
View ArticleB737 sim eval advice (CFI no jet experience)
Hi All, I have an upcoming interview for a corporate company which uses a B737-800(not sure what weight) sim for their sim eval. I've never flown anything of this size. Could someone give me some...
View ArticleForum Pet Peeve
Probably gonna get an earful, but one pet peeve I have of these forums. Guys that ask should I go to this airline vs. this airline without even applying or interviewing. Why don't you interview at both...
View ArticleSafety - The Cost/Risk Decision
I thought this was a good article that brings to light many important points of the safety -vs- cost dicussion. Fatal air crash decline presents safety challenge - Fox 2 News Headlines USMCFLYR
View ArticleComparing ExpressJet, Republic and Skywest
Looking for a little positive feedback from people who are working at ExpressJet, Republic and SkyWest. If you had your choice between these airlines, which would you choose and why? Any other things...
View ArticleTo Fly or Not to Fly? That is the question.
So I need some thoughts from the peanut gallery. I have been offered a pretty good paying got in aircraft parts sales good pay bens 9-6 mon-fri. So this job versus flying as instructor or maybe one day...
View Article"Howdy Folks"
The State Fair of Texas turned into Burning Man. Big Tex, the 52 foot statue of a cowboy that greets visitors at the fair, caught fire and burned to his frame.
View ArticleBanner Ad on this forum?
Are you guys seeing the banner ad across the top of this forum? They change every time the page loads, but this one is showing up now: Talk to Your Pilot It is pretty anti-union and obviously anti-APA....
View ArticleBanner Ad on this forum?
Are you guys seeing the banner ad across the top of this forum? They change every time the page loads, but this one is showing up now: Talk to Your Pilot It is pretty anti-union and obviously anti-APA....
View ArticleFDX/Vacation slot swap
Has anyone traded vacation weeks. What is required and who is the contact? Thanks
View ArticleALPA Coverage
ALPA DISCOURAGES RETIREMENT SAVING TOUTS AS RATE CUT Herndon, October 18 -The 44th Board of Directors meeting of the Air Line Pilots Association, Intl closed today. Of note was the presentation of...
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AA debt holders lash out at Horton
American Airlines Debt Holders Lash Out at CEO By MIKE SPECTOR WSJ Two hedge funds holding American Airlines debt lashed out at Chief Executive Tom Horton, saying the airline company is excluding them...
View ArticleMedical Aid Hitches Ride To Africa On 787
A few days ago, I posted an article about a woman hitching plane rides to all 50 states. This one is about anesthesia machines hitching a ride on Ethiopian's new 787. I'm really into stories about...
View ArticleWestern Aviators
Anyone have any info on Western Aviators out of Longmont? Hiring, pay, schedules? Western Aviators - Metro Denver air charter operator, specializing in corporate travel, cargo operations and aircraft...
View ArticleMulti Time building in North California?
Hi, I'm looking to build some multi time to meet regional minimums. Any leads or tips would be appreciated. Anyone looking to share? Message me please. I am in East Bay, California. I am willing to...
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