Haughtney,
Yes thats good advice, however i've flown with and know a number of people that have gone down that route (1000hrs+, surely thats enough to get that interview) and still got zip. What are these poor ppl meant to do, theyve done the hard yards, trying to make ends meet on a !!!!e salary, but no one gives them a shot. They see Johnny 200hrs get the right seat coz he managed to secure some large amounts of cash. Eventually people get frustrated, and as the saying goes, if you cant beat 'em join 'em!
The sad thing is, accountants are running the airlines now, and simply they are trying save wherever they can. So now these poor chaps and lasses have to take the plunge and get them selves rated.......
Onthemove is correct 100%, not one SSTR guy is loyal to their company. That first company is viewed as a means to an end. IE - You screwed me so up yours, soon as my 500hrs comes and a nice job comes up im gone.
And who can blame them?
Personally, i admire people who've done the hard yards and have been left with no choice but to do this. They tried to do the right thing - no one gave them a shot. They made a decision, a very tough one, a huge risk, to get what they want out of life. Not many people have that kind of determination. Note i DONT include Mr and Miss Fresh outta Flight Training in this. They should get some experience before forkin out the dosh, as any experience is a good thing.