ATP160,
The answer is "yes", there are folks who have interviewed previously, some as recently as last year, who have gotten the call for a subsequent interview. Coming back subsequent times is always a personal and difficult choice...."do I go through the angst of getting up & then possibly being let down?"...."why should they take me this time when they wouldn't take me the last time?"....all very valid thoughts.
The "angst" issue is real but manageable I believe. Go into the process with an open mind & with the attitude that one has a lot going for you, (1) you've been asked back for another shot.."there must be something in my background to make me attractive as a future worker".....that's always promising. (2) you're familiar with the process & your "angst" level of the unknown should be less intense thereby allowing you to be more relaxed & show them the "real" you (3) you show your desire & perserverance to SWA in coming back again...always a good thing (4) from the time the "letter" arrived to now you should be able to show them a clear sheet of accomplishments that show you have continued to progress in your aviation career (hopefully)...that always sells well to future employers....one wants folks who continue to improve their skill sets in meaningful & tangible ways.
I wish you good luck & hope the next time you're successful....SWA doesn't have the corner on great pilots, we're always trying to add a few to the list...the problem is the "menu" of candidates are all very strong....trying to take everyone would be like trying to eat everything on the menu versus trying to be selective each time....we'll be back again & will look at the same menu & may choose you next time...hang in there...all this talk of food has made me hungry....going to frig, later
