movin' outta freight are their a lot of companies that like to see freight time?

[gomntwins]

movin' outta freight are there a lot of companies that like to see freight time?

Just curious as to which majors, national, fractionals, etc. really like to see the 135 freight time on resumes. It seems like most people that move on nowadays are regional captains not freight drivers. I'm flyin' freight now... single pilot metroliner... but hopefully not for life. I know it's all about who you know and not what you've done... but just curious as to where a lot of freight drivers move on to nowadays. Any issues? we (at least I) don't have any glass or FMS experience... or dual crew... or even an autopilot now... is that hurting people in interviews? I do know it's all about who you know... but usually that just helps get the interview... not the job. just curious.

 

[cherry20's]

I haven't heard of it really hurting pilots chances. I have heard a lot of majors like 135 time because all the crap you have to do and fly through. The only thing that might hurt is the single pilot time. Most majors like the whole CRM concept. Good luck anyways.

 

[DirtyBeech]

I interviewed at a major and the single pilot time seemed to be an issue to the interviewer. I interviewed at a fractional, and though I was asked about my single pilot time (also a metro box hauler) I was told that if I thought I could handle the glass, FMS's, etc to bring it on.

I don't know what all the noise about flying with the new toys is for. There are so many aids to use, and so much situational awareness that flying is pretty darn easy. And the FMS is a peach once you understand it's logic (or at times lack thereof). So I guess what I'm saying is don't let that stuff deter you from going where you want to go.

 

[2LT]

Flyin' for BAC?

Are you flying for BAC out of FSD? Just curious...

I flew Metros [all cargo Pt. 135] for a couple of years -- didn't have a lick of crew/RJ/jet PIC time, etc. When I had the 1000+ turbine PIC, I focused on getting some good CRM time. Honestly, I don't see the hang-up w/ folks that don't have any making the transition to a "crew type" airplane. I don't make the rules.

In any case, I can tell you that my box-haulin' Metro time made a favorable impression w/ the folks in Brown...so, we've got that going for us!!

Take care -- oh, and as far as the glass/whiz bang *hit, don't sweat it. My first glass airplane was an MD-11. It's a piece of cake coming out of the SA-227...

 

[Fedora]

I say go for it! 3000 and 3500 TT seem to be benchmarks for some carriers, so another 500 hrs should put you in good shape. Best of luck!

 

[big_al]

wow thats a nice jump 2Lt, metro to md-11??

 

[TheDogsBollocks]

I interviewed at a major and the single pilot time seemed to be an issue to the interviewer. I interviewed at a fractional, and though I was asked about my single pilot time (also a metro box hauler) I was told that if I thought I could handle the glass, FMS's, etc to bring it on.

I don't know what all the noise about flying with the new toys is for. There are so many aids to use, and so much situational awareness that flying is pretty darn easy. And the FMS is a peach once you understand it's logic (or at times lack thereof). So I guess what I'm saying is don't let that stuff deter you from going where you want to go.

Who did you interview with?

 

[CAVOK69]

The singel Pilot time may not hurt you as long as you make them know that you are aware of the importance of CRM. Focus on the good aspects of S.P. flying... the Situational Awareness it developes, the big picture mentality you have while flying s.p. etc...

I recently interviewed with a major/lcc and although they asked me about if I was up for the transition, I let them know that I understood the importance of it and was looking forward to a crew environment.

The lack of glass/FMS time may be a negative issue though... If you could take an FMS course with one of the schools that may be a positive addition to your resume.

Also, it is worth mentioning that some big corporate departments look very highly on s.p. time. I have heard from a big department flying falcons an lears that guys with s.p. time are more likely to get hired by them with significantly lower total time than others with only crew time... they think that it helps "prove" that the guy can do some thinking on his on.

 

[2LT]

wow thats a nice jump 2Lt, metro to md-11??

DA-20 to the -11F. Spent about 6 months on the -20...

I can understand why, coming from strictly the 'steam gauge' end of things, a company might have some reservations. I think most of us are pretty tech savvy though and, quite honestly, the FMS took very little effort to learn. I.e., the basics of it anyway!! In any case, coming from the single pilot Part 135 world where you're flying -227's, -99's, etc., you'll find your workload reduced to the point of boredom flying around in -11's, RJ's, etc.

And, this fact isn't lost on the folks that do the hiring at the "big" box haulers...

 

[DirtyBeech]

Who did you interview with?

SWA and Flex.