Want to know about Spirt airlines... anyone?

[Koslen]

Hi all,

I heard it is layed back. good luck!

 

[castle bravo]

Hi all,

I have an interview with Spirit next month and would like to hear from any of you who might have some information on the porcess.

Just make sure you smile and have a South Florida address. The rest will be just fluff.

 

[castle bravo]

" Whats the QOL there?"

Do an in depth study of QOL at Ryanair and EasyJet and you will have found your answer.

 

[gatorbird]

dude, if you're so unhappy, then why not go elsewhere?

gator

 

[jbrickli]

Hi all,

I have an interview with Spirit next month and would like to hear from any of you who might have some information on the porcess.

Just make sure you smile and have a South Florida address. The rest will be just fluff.

Fluff? I don't know. I have not interviewed for a job in 16 year. I'm out of loop on this stuff.

 

[BrazPilot]

Does anybody know if a sim eval is part of the process?? Heard some unconfirmed stories about that.

 

[castle bravo]

There will not be a sim eval. NK does not own a single simulator, and they are not going to send you down to Airbus in MIA to evaluate you- it would cost too much and be too clumsy of a process. Like I said, make sure you have a S. Florida address and demonstrate an unwavering willingness to grab as much open time as you can possibly get. You'll be a hit.

 

[castle bravo]

" I have not interviewed for a job in 16 year. I'm out of loop on this stuff."[/quote]

Relax, you're exactly what they are looking for. Remember, they have hired ATI's with 250 hrs!!!! You'll be fine.

If you had DAL, AAA, SR-71 Blackbird, or Space Shuttle time on your resume I'd be significantly worried.

 

[gatorbird]

...and demonstrate an unwavering willingness to grab as much open time as you can possibly get. You'll be a hit.

what's the deal, man? every post you've had the last few days reek of wheaties with piss in them...

contract negotiations are much like a trip to the dentist--no one wants to go, but it's a necessary evil. we're still VERY early in this process, and will probably have to continue this process for some time.

my point, though, is that you can't let this stuff affect every other aspect in your life. going off you're posts alone, i'd say you're haven't been a pleasant person to be around lately...negativity breeds negativity.

sorry to call you out, man, but i think you may be painting a harsher picture than how it really is around here.

gator

 

[BrazPilot]

There will not be a sim eval. NK does not own a single simulator, and they are not going to send you down to Airbus in MIA to evaluate you- it would cost too much and be too clumsy of a process. Like I said, make sure you have a S. Florida address and demonstrate an unwavering willingness to grab as much open time as you can possibly get. You'll be a hit.

Thanks for the info. Rumors are around about a MD-80 FTD eval. Anyway, I do live in FLL.

 

[castle bravo]

Rumors are around about a MD-80 FTD eval.

This could be accurate as the FTD was in Miramar. Shrek could probably confirm.

 

[critterair2]

Few guys I know didn't use it when they interviewed few weeks ago. However, did see Joe C. warming her up a couple of monthes ago!

 

[need2fly]

Thanks for the info. Rumors are around about a MD-80 FTD eval. Anyway, I do live in FLL.

This goes under the heading...Your mileage may vary...

I know of some who have done an MD-80 profile during the interview.

I know of at least one that was put in the A320 FTD for a profile.

I know of many who never had either.

N2F

 

[jbrickli]

So I should erase my Blackbird time!!

 

[castle bravo]

In all seriousness this time, the interview process is fairly relaxed compared to many other places. Have a few situational stories ready. A written test is a possibility.
If you really want to be at NK, then I wish you luck on your interview. NK is really a pretty good place, (not like it used to be), but not the worst, either. You will be getting an A320 PIC type rating right off the bat which is very nice to have. The crews are (for the most part) a good bunch of guys. The line flying has some decent variety. Reserve needs help, but that can be said for reserve in general. The equipment is new and nice (but could use a good cleaning). Plus, there is some real growth at NK. Being already established in Florida is a big, big plus for your QOL. It's definitely a step up from being at a commuter. Quite a few guys want to stay for the long term. There are a few negatives as well.....

 

[rigger]

Rumors are around about a MD-80 FTD eval.

This was posted on the E mail sent for the Interview

"There will be a presentation about Spirit, our history and future at 8:00 am and a 3-4 person panel interview as well as a pilot knowledge test. Please come prepared to spend several hours with us."

No mention of one when I spoke to them....for what it is worth!

 

[iflysky]

If you live locally or at least in FL, QOL here is very nice. There are a lot of good things here, but just like any place it has some negatives. Although we have been around the block for several years with the new bussiness model this feels just like a new airline (NK is my 4th). A lot of growing pains and fixing up to do, but it is getting done however painfull at times it might be. The model is working and they are making money - that is VERY important (I'm also an Independence alumni so I know).
If you want to do some interesting flying in an Airbus stay at nice hotels meet some good peole and potentially upgrade fast (or so they say) come to NK.

 

[castle bravo]

IFly sums it up very well.

 

[jbrickli]

Thanks for the honesty guys. The gentlemen that wrote me a recommendation has been there for 14 years. I have known him for just about that long. He seems very happy and seconds the idea of “Ups and Downs” but as you say, you are growing and those things should be expected. I live about 90 miles for DCA, but we have family in Central FL and really enjoy that area. This coupled with the fast upgrade time, and the expected growth of NK has me thinking it is a good match.

Do you know what type of growth the company is planning on? Are the new aircraft, that are on order, going to expand frequency in existing markets or will they be used to develop new markets?

I have been flying for the same company for 16 years (corporate flying). I am still trying to come to grips with the fact that there is a real possibility of loosing our airplane to a series of buyouts and mergers. Again thanks for your honesty guys.

 

[BrazPilot]

Rumors are around about a MD-80 FTD eval.

This was posted on the E mail sent for the Interview

"There will be a presentation about Spirit, our history and future at 8:00 am and a 3-4 person panel interview as well as a pilot knowledge test. Please come prepared to spend several hours with us."

No mention of one when I spoke to them....for what it is worth!

Same e-mail I got last last week. Looking forward to the interview. REALLY wanna work at NK. Thanks everyone for the inputs...