Latest SWA interview Intel

[T2Pilot]

Thanks!

Disregard.....don't want anyone to get violated on my behalf. Good luck!

 

[Headfake14]

Yea...they don't really like the "prep" done. They'd rather see the real you. BUT...I talked to a couple that DID the prep and they passed on some key info. I'd do that and get your stories in line...approx dates, crew, and maybe practice telling them.

 

[Resume Writer]

Did you try www.aviationinterviews.com?

For those thinking of posting their experience on any website, including this one, I would be very careful about providing actual interview dates, number of hours, etc. It would not take much for them to figure out who you are, and not offer you the job. If it is possible, put a date such as 02-00-06 - that way you are not including a real date, but people know the intel is current.

Good luck to everyone in their interviews!

 

[capt. megadeth]

For those thinking of posting their experience on any website, including this one, I would be very careful about providing actual interview dates, number of hours, etc. It would not take much for them to figure out who you are, and not offer you the job.

That's pretty sad that someone has to worry about not getting hired due to posting on a website.

 

[Headfake14]

Has that actually happened. I'd guess it would have been from someone talking smack on here.

 

[SWA/FO]

Aaaaaahhhh Capt. Mega, still pissed you didn't get hired @ Southwest.
I guess you can talk to your friend thats here and find out how bad it is anyway. You know the one that doesn't like me.

Has that actually happened. I'd guess it would have been from someone talking smack on here.

Happens all the time.

 

[SWAdude]

Has that actually happened. I'd guess it would have been from someone talking smack on here.

I seriously doubt that.

Who would take the time?

 

[barbarian4]

I interviewed at a legacy carrier in '01 and they specifically asked me not to post my experience on the internet, or pass any info along to the woman who did interview preps for that carrier. They felt it was compromising the process.

If you're going to post something, I would do it anono...annony...without using your name or specifics.

 

[AlbieF15]

Well...Dean Melonas and Verna Kay from JB have frequented the boards, as has Rebekah Krone from SWA... I have no idea who has been on here from FedEx, but I expect some of our management occassionally peeks in. This is exactly why I sometimes remind guys to think before hitting "post reply" as you are not nearly as mysterious as you think you are.

If you really are sharing information, engaging in meaningful dialoge, and learning about the industry then this is a great tool. If you think you can spread "work action" campaigns or bad-mouth people or organizations with impunity, you are probably wrong.

I have met so many folks through these boards including some wonderful folks who encouraged me and helped me get ready when I was making my transition from the military. There is some humor, some BS, and some really good info mixed together. However--if you ever forget that there are people who "lurk" these boards that might be able to figure out who you are you might just embarass yourself every once in a while. So--post, play, and have fun--be don't be an idiot.

 

[capt. megadeth]

Aaaaaahhhh Capt. Mega, still pissed you didn't get hired @ Southwest.

Uh, yeah, that's it!

I'm so bummed out that I don't have to suck up to ungrateful trailer trash and fly 5 legs a day, that I am going to keep applying and hoping that maybe, just maybe after the 6th time, SWA will finally think I am good enough. Then I can finally quit UPS!

 

[SWA/FO]

Rumor has it, you were a major Southwest want-to-be and when it didn't work out...you went to the dark side and turned into a destructive & hateful megadeth person. It should be FE. Megadeth. They don't even let you fly over there, yet. huh?

Think about all those UPS packages in the back, you think none of those came from someone's double-wide? Single-wide? Think about who is paying your salary? You think only rich people ship stuff?

 

[capt. megadeth]

They don't even let you fly over there, yet. huh?

Think about all those UPS packages in the back, you think none of those came from someone's double-wide? Single-wide? Think about who is paying your salary? You think only rich people ship stuff?

"Think about who is paying your salary".......BLAH BLAH BLAH. I am not cool enough to fly yet. I don't care where the packages came from as long as they don't have mouths.

 

[Stifler's Mom]

SWA/FO and Capt. M

Cat Fight!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[Yahtzee]

Has that actually happened. I'd guess it would have been from someone talking smack on here.

Maybe...maybe not, but I personally know at least one Northwest FO who was called into the Chief Pilot's office along with company lawyers who then showed him a post from another website with questions and answers about the interview. Funny how the info in the post matched his perfectly....planes, dates, locations, flight times, interview date, etc. Let's see.

It's been a while, but I believe, NW had interview applicant's sign non-disclosure agreements which got him into to the hot water.

Sure another anonymous poster could have posted the info, but it was highly unlikely. I don't recall him receiving any punishment, as they couldn't prove anything, but he told me he was tap dancing. Ok...not real bright guy but then again, I think he was an Auburn grad.

Yahtz

 

[capt. megadeth]

Cat Fight!!!!!!!!!!!!

SWA F/O started it!!!!!!!!!!

 

[Stifler's Mom]

It has definate potential as far as Flightinfo fights go.

 

[SWA/FO]

http://www.forbes.com/2006/02/15/employment-careers-interviews-cx_sr_0216bizbasics.html?partner=yahootix

Some interview help here.

 

[T2Pilot]

SWA Interview updates

Appreciate the suggestions so far! Just to rephrase....anything new in the SWA interview process? I have been fortunate enough to get invited. Don't want any trade secrets but any tips will help. Unfortunately SWA doesn't fly into my neighborhood so I have to choose between buying a ticket on a competitor or driving 4 hours to a SWA city. Is there any chance that flying with someone else looks bad even under these circumstances? I don't mind buying the ticket....

Also, any tips on how early to show etc?

Thanks in advance!

 

[ecb]

No, they won't hold it against you. Not at all. They don't expect you to drive 4 hours jus so you can fly on us. Don't worry about it it won't even be discussed ubless you bring it up.

Spend some time in your logbook refreshing your memory about past experiences. Becasue, that's what they,ll want to talk about!

Good Luck

 

[canyonblue737]

Uh, yeah, that's it!

I'm so bummed out that I don't have to suck up to ungrateful trailer trash and fly 5 legs a day, that I am going to keep applying and hoping that maybe, just maybe after the 6th time, SWA will finally think I am good enough. Then I can finally quit UPS!

I say it again and again Mega I love ya but the truth is simple: you at one point really did want to be at SWA and for whatever reason it didn't happen, likely because you made a personal choice to not get a type. That is of course a difficult choice. Now you are at one of the very best jobs for a pilot in the world and have every right to feel you made the right choice, but how suddenly SWA becomes a 5 leg a day trailer trash flying machine that is below contempt in your mind is beyond me.

And no... not getting the ONE women in aviation type from SWA and getting an automatic interview does not count as getting turned down when 100+ women are competing for that one award.

 

[Tejas-Jet]

Yea...they don't really like the "prep" done. They'd rather see the real you. BUT...I talked to a couple that DID the prep and they passed on some key info. I'd do that and get your stories in line...approx dates, crew, and maybe practice telling them.

Hey...I went to my interview dressed in drag.....got the job !!! Still dress that way on layovers....but just for fun. Goes over real big with the crew.

Tejas

 

[Headfake14]

Drag? hahaha...that's awesome. When did you interview?

I heard a guy showed up in bermuda shorts and a Hawaiian (sp) shirt. He was hired.

I did a few extra things for my interview...but don't wanna let the cat out of the bag yet in fear the PD actually reads this stuff. My DB is in March.

 

[Bobby Orr 4]

When I interviewed at WN back in September they first gathered us in a room to brief us. One of the pilots asked who did any interview prep. No one raised their hand. He than said "Everyone should raise their hand. Either professional prep or the info posted on the internet, all of you should have done something."
Hope this helps...good luck.

Now only if Team Canada can pull their heads outta their ass today...

 

[canyonblue737]

When I interviewed at WN back in September they first gathered us in a room to brief us. One of the pilots asked who did any interview prep. No one raised their hand. He than said "Everyone should raise their hand. Either professional prep or the info posted on the internet, all of you should have done something."
Hope this helps...good luck.

Now only if Team Canada can pull their heads outta their ass today...

I flew a trip with a guy who does interviews at SWA. He stated that he felt proper preparation was hugely important. He felt that military guys who were retiring after 20+ years were very polished in the interview because they were coming from high level ranks where they did evaluation reports and were used to such office one and one situations. He felt that the civvy guys who were actually better prepared for the 121 enviroment and flying for SWA however were less polished because they kind just walked in and weren't ready to be able to in a very, very short period of time express who they are, what kind of a pilot they are, and what kind of SWA family member they would be. For what it is worth this guy was a civvy background and recommended that at a minimum you really read up on the gouge and think about (but not memorize) answers to common SWA questions. He also felt preps could be very useful for folks who have zero experience in interview like situations as long as they weren't looking for a specific "answer" to getting the job, but rather a specific "polish" to getting the job.

 

[canyonblue737]

Drag? hahaha...that's awesome. When did you interview?

I heard a guy showed up in bermuda shorts and a Hawaiian (sp) shirt. He was hired.

I did a few extra things for my interview...but don't wanna let the cat out of the bag yet in fear the PD actually reads this stuff. My DB is in March.

Doing things like the bermuda shorts is very dangerous. You have to be able to sell it as really the kind of funky person you are. Most times someone goes goofy at SWA interview with weird ties, stunts, etc. they are doing it because they think SWA wants it, not because it represent the kind of person they are. That won't get you hired. On the other hand if you can make it believable (the only way is if it really is *who* you are) it can get you the job.

I still think for 98% of the folks out there the soultion is a new suit, polished shoes, a simple tie, and a really down to earth positive attitude that shows you would be fun to fly with for a 4 day trip while still being a total professional in your flying.

 

[Headfake14]

Doing things like the bermuda shorts is very dangerous. You have to be able to sell it as really the kind of funky person you are. Most times someone goes goofy at SWA interview with weird ties, stunts, etc. they are doing it because they think SWA wants it, not because it represent the kind of person they are. That won't get you hired. On the other hand if you can make it believable (the only way is if it really is *who* you are) it can get you the job.

I still think for 98% of the folks out there the soultion is a new suit, polished shoes, a simple tie, and a really down to earth positive attitude that shows you would be fun to fly with for a 4 day trip while still being a total professional in your flying.

I totally agree with that. My little extra thing I brought is me and I didn't feel out of character at all with it. I feel all went well. Definately wouldn't recomend doing something like that just for the sake of being different...I know the interview folks would see right through it.

 

[FlyBoeingJets]

That's pretty sad that someone has to worry about not getting hired due to posting on a website.

Capt M,

I personally know someone who got pulled into the CP's office for a posting on interview gouge at NWA. Not a good situation.

 

[320AV8R]

Capt M,

I personally know someone who got pulled into the CP's office for a posting on interview gouge at NWA. Not a good situation.

First, I find that very hard to believe.

Second, the concept of free speech should negate any retribution.

320AV8R

 

[Lindy]

1st Amedment Rights

The 1st Amendment right regarding Free Speech is inapplicable in this situation. The Government cannot ban (State, Federal) but an employer can limit an individual's speech.

Also, what you do AWAY from work is also having an impact on one's employment, i.e., Alaska Airlines has a "No Tobacco" policy for individuals hired after a certain date in their employee handbook (or so I have been told); an employer in Michigan is implementing the same policy. The Michigan employer is stating that it is to keep medical insurance costs down/reasonable. Haven't seen anything about alcohol (yet) but I suppose that one is coming down the pipe in the [hopefully distant] future. (I don't mean FAR's or "do not drink while on duty", but an actual prohibition against alcohol on one's own free time and days off).

Obesity / Weight will probably come before alcohol -- there are rewards given to some employees who lose weight and become "healthier" at their present employer. Not a prohibition about size, but an active involvement in making sure employees are not overweight.

As of today, tobacco, alcohol, and one's diet doesn't give rise to Constitutionally protected "privacies", like say, marriage and contraception.

Back to the regularly scheduled program.......

 

[320AV8R]

The 1st Amendment right regarding Free Speech is inapplicable in this situation. The Government cannot ban (State, Federal) but an employer can limit an individual's speech.

Free speech is guaranteed by the Constitution, and NO employer can limit that.

320AV8R