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It's a mix
I remember looking at the AirInc hiring trends, and it seems there are at least 1/3rd with military background.
Many civilians have Part 121 experience, so they've actually done the job.
The general observation about military is that they are extremely well trained in training courses that are very standardized.
I think it's a matter of:
1. Being qualified
2. Applying and updating frequently
3. The economy
4. Connections (sometimes...but I somehow was hired by a major, furloughed, then hired by another airline with a grand total of 1 letter of rec from one First Officer).
Getting the interview is sometimes/often out of your control. How you do in the interview is definitely within your control, so when that time approaches, be as ready as you can!
I remember looking at the AirInc hiring trends, and it seems there are at least 1/3rd with military background.
Many civilians have Part 121 experience, so they've actually done the job.
The general observation about military is that they are extremely well trained in training courses that are very standardized.
I think it's a matter of:
1. Being qualified
2. Applying and updating frequently
3. The economy
4. Connections (sometimes...but I somehow was hired by a major, furloughed, then hired by another airline with a grand total of 1 letter of rec from one First Officer).
Getting the interview is sometimes/often out of your control. How you do in the interview is definitely within your control, so when that time approaches, be as ready as you can!
