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In not farmiliar with the new application. I got mine in a few days before it switched over. Did the new assesment from ask you to pick from 1 of 4 dates for an interview? Im wondering how they are filtering people out with this. I guess its going to be a long holiday weekend before I find anything out.
 
Friend of mine interviewed May 16th. He didn't get the job with 4000TT/2000 turbine. Interviewer told him he was overqualified.

According to same friend, nearly all of those hired that day (it was a pretty sizeable group) were 1100-1300TT and 100-300 multi.
 
11thHour said:
"Overqualified?" WTF!? Why bother with furloughed folks then?
That's what we were trying to figure out. They obviously saw his resume ahead of time and asked him to the interview. Why go through all that then tell him he's overqualified? WTF indeed!
 
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Catbert said:
That's what we were trying to figure out. They obviously saw his resume ahead of time and asked him to the interview. Why go through all that then tell him he's overqualified? WTF?
I know of a few recent newhires with some good time, (one was 3700 with 1000 turbo prop pic.) I'm willing to bet they had another reason for not offering a position to him. Hell, a year ago we hired a CAL guy. He took early retirement and came over here. Heard he's a real hoot to fly with too.:bomb:
 
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Yeah, I hope it was an excuse, as I sit at times just a little lower than his, but would still like to work for those guys. Throw a dog a bone here!
 
Catbert said:
Friend of mine interviewed May 16th. He didn't get the job with 4000TT/2000 turbine. Interviewer told him he was overqualified.

No offence to your friend but I've been told that "overqualified" translates into "he thinks he is better than us."

But maybe thats just one companies interpretation.
 
i replied to the e-mail and forgot to attach my resume, opps. i sent it again with the resume. i probably screwed my chance there. i'm at 930/176, last time i went through this they told me they didn't have any jobs with my qualifications available (they were nice to put it that way) but anyway with no degree i wonder if i'll ever get the interview. OR will i just have to fly some more and get 1000 TT? Maybe finish my 2 year.
 
XJT - Interview (Info)

XJT - Interview (Info)
Hello,

My name is Mark from Los angeles, CA USA. I have just had my 24th birthday a couple of weeks ago. At which time I applied to every known regional in this country and few foeign operators. Currently my logbook indicates 1200TT and 120MEL. Couple of days ago I found an interesting e-mail from XJT (12 Questions and choose your interview date) type of materials. Curious to know how long is the wait time from time you respond to the 12 questions and confirmed? At XJT I got this far on my own no walk in. However, at Mesa all materials were walked in. My conection was a SR. Capt. CRJ (ORD) additionally IOE/Line Check Airmen and in a leadership position with board of trustees. I'll attach copy of the 12 questions and my response open to thoughts and ideas. Also will try and post a letter of recommendation (INTERNAL) Private contact [email protected]

It is a pleasure to hear from you as quickly as I did! Below are the answers to the following twelve questions the company sent.

ExpressJet Airlines, Inc. (dba Continental Express) has received your resume for the First Officer position. To be considered for an interview, please reply to this email with answers to all 12 questions below and forward an updated copy of your resume to me. PLEASE RESPOND BY JUNE 2ND TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS SESSION.

1. We are currently hiring for the training course that begins within 3 weeks of your interview date. If offered a position, would you be able to attend this course?

Yes! I would be able to attend training that would start three weeks after my interview date. I can only see one obstacle that would be in the way. I’ll be in Israel June 28 – July 10 on vacation. Nothing more and am ready to provide excellent, safe service to ExpressJet Airlines.

2. We are hiring First Officers who are flexible to work out of any of our three hubs located in Cleveland, Ohio, Newark, New Jersey or Houston, Texas. Are you willing and able to work at any of these locations?

I’ll make it happen as to be able and willing to work in one of the three listed above locations. My preference would be (KEWR) Newark, NJ.

3. Are you currently working? If so where? What is your position?

Yes. I am currently working. Location of Flight instruction (Part 61) is at my local airport (KVNY, Van Nuys Airport) in Los Angeles, CA. My position is CFI (Flight Instructor) providing donated flight instruction to this group and in addition to this I am currently holding title as President, Director of MX. I work under the supervision of an A&P / IA. From working on 100hr. to an annual inspection amongst other things is a great experience. Since its foundation in 1951, Kitty Hawk Squadron 3 (Boy Scouts of America; Aviation Air Explorer Scout Post 3) has trained hundreds of young men and women to fly. If you are between the ages of 14 and 21, you are eligible to participate in this exciting program (www.squadron3.com ). Ground and Flight Instruction are provided at no charge by our volunteer Certified Flight Instructors. Flight Training is performed in a Cessna 172 provided by the North Hollywood Optimist Club, the primary sponsor of Squadron 3 since 1951These two organizations are recognized as IRS (501 c) non-profit outfits. In addition to Air Explorers also provide for pay (Part 61) at a flight school at KVNY. I am currently training for my MEI (Multi-Instructor Add On).

4. How much total time have you flown in the last 6 months? How much of that time is multi time?

I have flown 225 TT and 105 is AMEL

5. What aircraft are you currently flying?

BE-76, PA-34-200, C-172

6. Do you have any accidents or incidents on your record? If yes, please give details, including dates.

NO

7. Do you have any violations on your record? If yes, please give details, including dates.

None

8. Have you ever failed a check ride or stage check? If yes, please give details, including dates.

Yes. I have been issued pink slip for:

ASEL-Commercial, a new PTS had gone into affect that very day. It was my misfortune and instructor ability to stay updated that I was unaware and only was notified by the DPE on exam morning after said exam had begun. (FAA:-S-8081-12B 08-1-2002) - The area of operation was a Power Off – 180 degree accuracy landing.

The following are two most important lessons I learned about my aviation training! I went out of town paid certain amount of money and expected to get trained and pass FAA Check Ride. They had onsite examiners working for them

Commercial AMEL- Add on (Jan. 2003) was due to lateness of gear retraction on last take off before going in for parking.

Certified Flight Instructor: (Jan. 2003) certain things took place that I feel were unfair and against the FAA-Plan of Action. I retested few times at this flight school with two separate examiners and was unsuccessful. Thus, I left and came home to LA where I retook and passed. I am by far not stating I was not prepared for at least one of the exams. However, the majority of what occurred was inappropriate. I am unable to describe this with out a formal letter to you at this time. Think it requires both a full written letter and oral discussion which I’ll be more then happy to explain. What I have learned over the past two-half years is it made me a much better instructor and pilot for the long run! In conclusion this flight school has been able to escape MULTIPLE Attempts by the Las Vegas, NV FSDO. I was made aware of it after my departure.

**Currently I have taken on the challenge to obtain my MEI (Multi-Instructor) add on. ** I never stop learning.

9. We have interview dates available for the month of June. Which day works best for you?

Tuesday, June 20th

10. What airport will you be traveling in and out of for the interview (the airport must have Continental or Continental Express service)? KLAX

11. What is your name (as it appears on your driver’s license)? Mark Howard Young

12. What is the best contact number to reach you (Monday – Friday 8 am-5pm CST) should I have any additional questions?

Letters of Recommendation:
Years Acquainted: 5
Flying Comments: N/A
Work Comments: To whom it may concern: I would like to recommend Mark Young for a First Officer position with Mesa Airlines. Mark is a hard worker and does not let minor setbacks keep him from achieving his goals. He will make a valuable addition to the company and is a credit to the aviation profession and I recommend him without hesitation. Please feel free to contact me if you would to discuss this further. Sincerely (NAME Remains Left out)
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PapaSiera said:
In not farmiliar with the new application. I got mine in a few days before it switched over. Did the new assesment from ask you to pick from 1 of 4 dates for an interview? Im wondering how they are filtering people out with this. I guess its going to be a long holiday weekend before I find anything out.

Same here, I signed up under the new system and never got an assesment thing, I did get the 12 question email with the 4 dates to pick from for an interview.
 
punkpilot48 said:
No offence to your friend but I've been told that "overqualified" translates into "he thinks he is better than us."

But maybe thats just one companies interpretation.
Yeah, I considered that. It's a possibity. In any case, just thought I'd post the info for the group's consideration.
 
Pilot 754,

Did you send XJET a letter of rec for MESA...don't think they will like that too much!! :laugh:
 
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Pilot 754,

Thank you for the most amazing post ever on flightinfo. I have no reason to ever read flightinfo again because I know nothing will ever top that.

I will however continue to read flight info out of boredom.
 
Wow...my answers were an 8th the length of those....infact, im kinda freaked out by those responses.
 
Hypoxik said:
Wow...my answers were an 8th the length of those....infact, im kinda freaked out by those responses.



Don't worry it was a interview questioneer not a 10th grade english short story quiz.
 
pilot754 said:
3. Are you currently working? If so where? What is your position?

Yes. I am currently working. Location of Flight instruction (Part 61) is at my local airport (KVNY, Van Nuys Airport) in Los Angeles, CA. My position is CFI (Flight Instructor) providing donated flight instruction to this group and in addition to this I am currently holding title as President, Director of MX. I work under the supervision of an A&P / IA. From working on 100hr. to an annual inspection amongst other things is a great experience. Since its foundation in 1951, Kitty Hawk Squadron 3 (Boy Scouts of America; Aviation Air Explorer Scout Post 3) has trained hundreds of young men and women to fly. If you are between the ages of 14 and 21, you are eligible to participate in this exciting program (www.squadron3.com ). Ground and Flight Instruction are provided at no charge by our volunteer Certified Flight Instructors. Flight Training is performed in a Cessna 172 provided by the North Hollywood Optimist Club, the primary sponsor of Squadron 3 since 1951These two organizations are recognized as IRS (501 c) non-profit outfits. In addition to Air Explorers also provide for pay (Part 61) at a flight school at KVNY. I am currently training for my MEI (Multi-Instructor Add On).

Did you seriously send this in?
 
I gave about 1/10 the info in my answers to those questions and got the job. All they are looking for is if you meet the basic criteria to come for an interview.... Another note, VP of Flight Ops just said you can send internal recs his way. They have to apply online, get a reference number, then you can send all the info + reference and he will give them a phone interview.
 
Mission Statement and Purpose!

Hello,

Greetings from west of the Front Range. The western side of the rockies currently is hosting High pressure with severe clear and continuous chop.

In response to your question: Did I seriously send this in and the answer is YES!

The Mesa (LOR) and if you read my post throughly you will notice it is a comparrision. What I would like to know is what are your thoughts with this? Do you work for the company or similar?

Thanks,
Mark
 
pilot754 said:
I want to know what is it that I wrote to surface these thoughts (Kinda Scary)?

Mark
That's the kind of letter you post up in the break room for everyone to laugh at. You should put that in an old Publishers Clearing House envelope thats says "you may have already won $1 million dollars" on it. Then send it in.
 
Just found this thread, and I love it.
 

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