At the company where I used to work, the head of our aviation department (for our bizjet) had a policy that he and the #2 guy swapped seats every other trip. When I switched airlines I thought this will not be possible anymore, but it seems like that I am mistaken. Gaining seniority will also help you acquire preferred flight assignments. It’s gonna take a long time but worth it. Before I left the When I joined my current employer two years ago, I have never thought that I will be promoted that quickly.
I’m sure that the next part of your assessments will go well. MDW FA
You would do great always!
And while Ray failed to point this out, All FO's at SWA have been captains at other airlines or in the military.
Or does Herb just show up with a permanent marker and draw an extra line on your shirt? SWA LUV! A look at how long it takes to be promoted to the position of Captain on a commercial aircraft…To Captain a commercial aircraft, you must have logged at least 1,500 flight hours and hold a full Air Transport Pilots Licence (ATPL).
As a commander, I will be [/spb_text_block] [spb_image image=”19603″ image_size=”full” frame=”noframe” caption_pos=”hover” remove_rounded=”yes” fullwidth=”no” overflow_mode=”none” link_target=”_self” lightbox=”no” intro_animation=”none” animation_delay=”200″ width=”1/1″ el_position=”first last”][/spb_image] [spb_text_block animation=”none” animation_delay=”0″ simplified_controls=”yes” custom_css_percentage=”no” padding_vertical=”0″ padding_horizontal=”0″ margin_vertical=”0″ custom_css=”margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px;” border_size=”0″ border_styling_global=”default” width=”1/1″ el_position=”first last”]Passing the application process and the assessment in the simulator does not mean that I will start my next duty as a captain. Recently took a flight from San Antonio to Orlando with my 8yr old son who sat by a young pilot named Marcus, needless to say my son thought this was the greatest thing. They have to have a hook and a wire to grab them to be able to land. I recently flew with an upgrading Captain on his check ride. How long does it take to become a captain of a 787. Thanks for another great post, Captain Ray! what gets me is that after a long day of flying they still can land on a moving ship with such ease. Merchant Marine Academy or one of the state academies. In most cases that means the 737, BUT there’s absolutely no reason why it couldn’t be the 787. LOL We're blessed to have so many wonderful pilots at Southwest Airlines, because in addition to knowing that they are good "drivers", we also know that they LUV those of us sitting behind them! I was pretty nervous and really excited, but also really happy that I have this great opportunity. As a friend and former career USAF driver used to say, "just keep flying between the red light and the green light!"
M fingers are crossed and my prayers in the background! […] is not an indicator of whether a pilot is a Captain or First Officer. This isn’t necessarily because of capability, it’s because there are only a limited number of Captain positions and people are promoted in seniority order.Some pilots will never be promoted to the role of Captain as they are simply not deemed ‘Captain material’. Your time with the airline will determine when you fly, if you fly on weekends, or if you'll be in the air during Christmas or other holidays. Hey USS Blog Boy, Good luck with studying and simulators etc.
The upgrade course will start in a few weeks and will comprise a ground school, simulator sessions, the line training, and several checks.
In the past when traveling that was something I never had seen or heard of? Captain Ray, Who Is Always Confident When Flying on Southwest Airlines Because of People Like Ray Stark There is no magic formula, just follow those steps and hope for the best.Chris, whats the average seniority (in years) do the 787 pilots have?I really don’t know how to answer that as there are obviously significant seniority differences between the Captains and First Officers and then large differences within each group. Routine part of the job. To become captain of a commercial aircraft, you must have logged at least 1,500 flight hours and hold a full Air Transport Pilots Licence (ATPL).
Carolina at GSE SolutionsThat’s so sick!!! What Cost Index does SWA program into the FMC? Thanks for your great support on all my channels! One day you are a student and see your name up on the flight schedule with your instructor's name. Two instructor captains, one seated in the back operating the simulator and one seated in the captain position did the assessment with me. The airline then looks into your training record and performance before putting you through a ‘command assessment’. This allows the pilots to sit among the passengers, since with the addition of radio-controlled flight controls, the only thing they have to do now is keep the FAs entertained. This might consist of an interview, simulator check or both.
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I am really lucky to have such a loyal Aviator like you. At many long haul airlines, which aren’t expanding significantly and don’t have a pilot turn over, it can take between 10 – 15 years before being promoted to the position of Captain.
Others are deadheading on company time between locations to either pick up another flight or to an overnight location -or home to their home base. Becoming an Air Canada Pilot.
No big deal, just thought it was cool to meet members of the crew who get us safely to our destinations. Thanks to you and all of the other men and women out there for the job that you do each and every day!! Gina, That is because of tremendous advancements in electronics by Boeing that actually allow their newer 737s to be remotely piloted from a dark room hidden inside a mountain in Colorado. Also do you start with a 737.That’s a very difficult question to answer.
Training captains and the management were interviewed if I would be a suitable candidate.
Sometime pilots are just getting to or from work (on their own time).