Goodday guys,
hoping some of you fellow aviators over there in the USA can give me some info:
I am wanting to find out about possible flying jobs in Arizona or California or out that way...
What kind of companies operate out there and what is the work climate looking like.
Heard that South West is based out that way.
Got South African, Botswana and Namibiam Comm license, ME & IFR.
Thanks
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747Dryvr
6th Jan 2002, 07:41
Forget about Southwest it is a tight group and you will need at least 3-4 reccomandations.
Sorry i dont have any info on the west coast just keep surfing the web for California Aviation Companies. Take care and Good Luck
Southwest Airlines New Pilot Requirements
· Licenses / Ratings:
U.S. FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate. Non Restricted U.S. Type Rating on a B-737 preferred for interview, *required for employment.
· Age:
Must be least twenty–three years of age, at the time of hire.
· Flight Experience:
2500 hours total or 1500 hours TURBINE total. Additionally, a minimum of 1000 hours in Turbine aircraft as the **Pilot in command, as defined by FAR PART I is required. Recency of experience is considered. Southwest considers only Pilot time in fixed wing aircraft. This specifically excludes simulator, helicopter, WSO, RIO, FE, NAV, EWO etc. NO other time is counted.**
· Medical:
Must possess a current FAA Class 1 Medical Certificate. Must pass FAA mandated Drug Test.
· Authorization to work in the United States:
Must have established authorization to work in the United States.
· Education:
Graduation from accredited, four-year college preferred.
· Letters of Recommendation:
At least three letters from any individuals who can attest to the pilot’s flying skills, by having observed them over a sustained period of time.
*Southwest Airlines requirement on the B-737 Type Rating: Although preferred, a candidate may apply without a B-737 Type Rating. If a candidate interviews and successfully completes the entire selection process they have 6 months from that date to successfully complete a B-737 Type Rating course and obtain a B-737 Type Rating to be eligible for hire.
Great, thanks a lot for the info,
happy landings!