jetBlue March 8th/9th Interview Session

[LaGarbage Man]

I look forward to multi-tasking from MCO as well. Keep up the good work.

 

[captain dad]

Give me news or give me a sleeping pill

Hey fins, find out when they are going to start calling people for the may classes. It can't hurt to ask and it might help me get some sleep.

What have they told you about the outlook for the rest of the year and years to come? Are they still planning on 500 pilots a year for the next 5 years? Have they mentioned slowing down? Throw us a bone. It's lonely in the dark.

Just for giggles...I saw a Virgin America A320 in Greenville waiting to be painted today. N622VA all white with red engines.

 

[Fins Up]

Relax before you give yourself an ulcer

Hey fins, find out when they are going to start calling people for the may classes. It can't hurt to ask and it might help me get some sleep.

What have they told you about the outlook for the rest of the year and years to come? Are they still planning on 500 pilots a year for the next 5 years? Have they mentioned slowing down? Throw us a bone. It's lonely in the dark.

Just for giggles...I saw a Virgin America A320 in Greenville waiting to be painted today. N622VA all white with red engines.

I'll see what I can do. However, let me remind you of one thing: You're only starting week six of phase II. I know it sucks and I certainly feel your pain. I didn't get my call until around week nine and a bunch didn't get a call until even later. That is, after all, what they told us at the interview to expect. Here are two dirty words for you - be patient. The odds are definitely in your favor.

As far as hiring numbers, I know the plan is still to hire 500+ this year. I don't know about the years to come. They have not mentioned slowing down. We're opening up new bases right and left so I take that as a positive sign

Lastly, Virgin America can suckit! That's actually a joke. I believe we live in what is known as capitalism (or something like that). While I can't say I would enjoy more competition, that's the way the world turns. All we can do is do our best to make our airline the best, convince customers that it is, and try to be profitable. Now I have to get down off my soapbox and do some studying.

Hang in there folks. You're almost there (or 'here' really).

Fins

 

[My Man SMITH!]

Good luck with your studying Fins! I think that's pretty impressive to find time to read these threads while in ground school. I guess everyone needs a break once in awhile. Can't wait to do the same! I hear the sidestick isn't that hard to get used to.

 

[Kayman]

whats with the grey?

Did you know that while staring at your phone you can actually feel your facial hair growing

Whats the Blue policy on facial hair?

 

[pilotgolfer]

Hello everybody who is waiting patiently. I think Verna is going to start making calls Monday morning. I am basing that guess on no information whatsoever.

Scott

 

[captain dad]

I just received a FEDEX letter from jetBlue. Does anyone want to know what it says? It is a form letter that basically says too bad try again.

Yes, some people do get turned down in phase two. I just increased all of your chances.


I looked into my background and I know I don't have any skeletons. I am a good guy, a far pilot, and I have no idea why I was turned down.


I am not mad but I am sad. I'll get over it and I will try again. God knows I love abuse...I'm a Pilot!

 

[Kayman]

Sincere condolences

Captain Dad, Sorry to hear that man. After waiting this long with the optimisitic hope we're all trying to have, it's Kind of a gut shot! Hopefully you have a job now that will keep you going paying the bills.

I thought the acceptance to phase II email stated that if anything disqualifying came up you would have an opportunity to address it. I had heard that a couple other guys had gotten the same letter with no explanation and was hoping it wasn't true.

As for improving our chances, technically that's correct, but the reality letters like yours are going out makes the ulcer start to bleed!!

 

[LaGarbage Man]

While I know in the back of my mind that the letter is always a possibilty,I have been guilty of the "Happy Thought's" syndrome. I agree with Kayman about the "Gut Shot" that we feel when reality comes a knockin at the door. Truthfully I had hoped only to update the list with equipment types and class dates. Captain Dad my sincere condolences as well as best of luck in whatever opportunities fly in your direction.


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[My Man SMITH!]

capt dad, sorry to hear the unfortunate news. I hate to read downers on these threads but I guess we're all subject to that reality. Stay positive and optimistic and good things will happen. Keep your head up.

 

[Propblast]

Sorry you got the letter CA Dad.

-PB

 

[captain dad]

capt dad, sorry to hear the unfortunate news. I hate to read downers on these threads but I guess we're all subject to that reality. Stay positive and optimistic and good things will happen. Keep your head up.

The good news is that if you don't get a letter within the next few days...YOU ARE ALL IN and it is only a matter of time.

I wish you all the best and am sad I won't get to meet you in MCO.

I also want to thank you for your support and kind words. I don't think there is another industry that a fellow "stick puller" can rely and trust on others in such a way.

I look forward to reading when you all get the big call. You guys are the best and I am proud to be associated with you.

Sincerely and Respectfully,

Todd

 

[Melon]

Dad,
Sorry to hear it. Best to you, man.

Out of curiosity, did you do an interview prep, and if you did who did you use. PM me if you want. Thanks.

 

[pilotgolfer]

Does anyone know if the rejection letters all go out at the same time...or is it an ongoing process? I remember reading something to the effect that your info is sent to the PHC as your background check is done.

I'm sorry for the bad news, Capt. Dad.

Scott

 

[Kayman]

My understanding is the files are processed in progression based on completion of backround info collection so I would assume that not getting a letter at this time doesn't mean you still can't. Not wanting to sound discouraging but rumor has it there were guys in the Jan. group that waited 8+ weeks only to receive the same letter. The reality is we're all fortunate to have made it to phase II and the odds are with us, but you can't sell the farm until the deal is closed.

I would also assume that since Captain Dad made it to phase II, he did good on the initial interview in case there was question about how he prepped.

My guess, and thats all it is, is that if the problem were with backround, it would have been presented as such and an opportunity given to clear it up. Everything, once it is collected, goes before the PHC for final approval. The PHC is encouraged to be discriminate in their selectivity in an attempt to maintain the high quality workforce that has become synonymous with Blue. I don't suppose it would take much of a concern with a candidate to cause them to err on the side of conservitism and issue a pass.

But what do I know......I didn't stay at a holiday inn express last night.

 

[starvingredtail]

Hey Capt. Dad,
I am really sorry to hear your news. As you know from getting as far as you've come, the name of this game is persistance. Reapply. (and flood the others with apps too) Good Luck.
SRT

 

[seahorse]

I just received a FEDEX letter from jetBlue. Does anyone want to know what it says? It is a form letter that basically says too bad try again.

Yes, some people do get turned down in phase two. I just increased all of your chances.


I looked into my background and I know I don't have any skeletons. I am a good guy, a far pilot, and I have no idea why I was turned down.


I am not mad but I am sad. I'll get over it and I will try again. God knows I love abuse...I'm a Pilot!

Next time use bleach for cleaning the lavs - not the bleach alternative!!

 

[Splert]

seahorse,

You had to kick a guy when he is down?

Maybe you don't want to work for jetBlue but he does. Show a little restraint or at least wait until you meet the guy to deliver your message.

The PM message function is working!!! Set something up.

Splert...

 

[Vastly Underemp]

Capt. Dad,

My most sincere condolences, but as one door closes, another may open (in 6 months!). Keep the shiny side up and the autocoarsen armed.....

Seahorse.......YOU ARE AN A88HOLE!

 

[B6Guy]

Some encouragement

CaptainDad, just to let you know, there are quite a few at JetBlue that made it in on the second try. Reapply!!

If you can, find out the reason for the rejection. Since you made it through the interviews, then the rejection is probably based on something in the background check. Find out what it was!! You may have some skeleton in your closet that you are not aware of !!! Or an error was made by a previous employer. Errors can be fixed, and skeletons can be acknowledged.

Check with your references and LOR authors and see what was written.

Best of luck. B6Guy