Regions Air????

[pilot754]

Me

DUDE! Do you want me to send you overnight a nortorized copy of my my FAA COMMERCIAL SEL/MEL Instrument and my CFI ticket to prove to you! Serious things took place on my CFI rides (To many and not going into detail). I did not have to go through a 709 ride but came close and it was investigated by FAA.

 

[Way2Broke]

So you have a violation or letter on your record? A busted CFI ride is not a big deal at all. Here is how this should sound at a interview,

Interviewer: "Do you have any busted check rides"
You: "Yes, the initial CFI check ride"
Interviewer: "What happened"
You: "I could have been better prepared in the XXX subject area, I did some retraining with my instructor and passed"

Are you familiar with AviaionInterviews.com? Are you using the site to study for your interviews?

 

[pilot754]

My FAA REC

All statements made on this posting are true and correct under the state of CA
law. I have no ACCIDENTS, INCIDENTS and no violations. However, I had issues with obtaining said CFI certificate and MEL Comm add-on. As Mr. Shake pointed out a specific format yes I am familiar and have used such tactic. Furthermore, I am aware of and do use www.aviationinterviews.com not too mention considering spending more money to Cage Consulting.

 

[PRINCE AKEEM]

I believe that I am going into Bob's office tomorrow to push for a mandatory psych-eval for new hires after reading these last few pages.

 

[CopilotDoug]

Maybe the guy was flying his space shuttle a little too long???:erm:

 

[10early?]

754, please, for your own sake, just give it up and go weird out another thread. I truly think you would have run out of the crew room crying after about 10 minutes. These guys are brutal. Jen did you a huge favor (but don't call her at midnight to thank her).

 

[AV80R]

What have I done wrong?

Pilot754 – first of all, sorry about not being able to get hired with the many different airlines, I mean it!

HOWEVER, I’ve read your posts several times and must say I’m not that surprised you’ve been turned down so many times.

How would you know that I called the CP on her cell?

Hmm, well you seem to be forgetting it’s a very small airline (<100 pilots!) so yes, you could say everyone is talking about you (and everyone else for that matter, trust me on that one! )

I have freedom of speech rights.

Huh? Of course you do but that’s really not the issue here. After all, if you are going to pick that route why should we even have captains and first officers? Shouldn’t we just have a vote in the cockpit when we lose an engine and see what the “majority” decides?

I agree with 10early 100% ! You’d never survive the crew room atmosphere.

As far as Jen canceling your interview, I don’t blame her at all. Jen is highly respected at Corpex and I’ve known her personally for many years. She’s very patient and will give you the benefit of the doubt but ultimately there are limits to her patience too and frankly you overstepped your boundaries some time ago. Please don’t get defensive; instead learn from this experience, move on and do well somewhere else - and I believe you can and that you will.

The difference between Jen and most other CP’s and/or recruiters is that she was honest with you and told you why you were not going to be interviewed. Many others would’ve interviewed you and then just turn you down without any explanation. So at least you can learn from this.

When airlines hire pilots, most of them are looking for aviators who’re knowledgeable, competent and of course who fly well. They’re also looking for regular guys & gals who’re easy to work with and are enjoyable to be around.

“Personally I have done nothing wrong! If anyone has had to pay their share of DUES I HAVE DONE THE MOST!”

Well, I’d have to disagree. One could argue that with 1,400 of total time, you haven’t even pulled out your check book yet, much less “paid your dues!”

I don’t know you at all and my knowledge of you is based entirely on your flightinfo messages. If I were to guess why at least some of the airlines turned you down I’d say:

1 You seem to blame others for your check-ride failures,
2 Your messages reek of some kind of morbid self-deprecation syndrome, and
3 Your spelling &/or grammar isn’t helping either.

- The biggest issue I have is your goofy way of explaining the CFI check-ride. At one point you’re being asked if you have any serious skeletons in your closet – your reply is “All statements made on this posting are true and correct under the state of CA law.”

It’s your way of saying “I used drugs but I didn’t inhale!” C’mon dude, pilot recruiters like straight answers; leave this “legalese” BS-talk for the attorneys, will you? I used to do a little recruiting in the past and the stories we’d hear every now and then would amaze you. Obviously you had some issues with your CFI and I believe your ME check-ride.

Well, whoopsie-doo! Thousands of pilots have busted their check-rides, some failed their training, some had to repeat simulator sessions, others had to retake their oral check-rides, you name it. Heck, some even had to complete the 609/709 ride, as you sort of imply you were supposed to do but didn’t … even though “…it was investigated by FAA.”

First of all, you are either stupid for letting everyone in the whole world know about it, or you’re just very gullible. And I chose to believe the latter. Look, it’s a vicious world out there and you’re about to enter it. Don’t share all the details of your professional life with people you don’t know because it might alert others “there might be something wrong with you.” Remember that when you compete for pilot positions this information can and will be used against you by any individual looking for the same position you’re applying for.

“In all honest I had a GOD like figure (Examiner on my CFI ride) non-FSDO was a DPE. Who conducted it against the FAA plan of action and not following PTS. Along with much more.”

If you try this type of explanation on any recruiter, you’re asking to be turned down. Personally, I don’t think I’d even ask you any further questions had you given me this BS story. I mean, what do you expect from a recruiter after such an explanation?

“Sir/M’am, we are so sorry this happened to you; would you like a Prozac and a group-hug???”

C’mon dude, get real, STOP being weird - it scares recruiters! They want NORMAL! You do realize you’ll be sharing a cockpit with another pilot three or four days in a row, right? Well, recruiters realize that too!

How about, “well, I showed up for my CFI check-ride and wasn’t quite as ready as I thought I was and failed the flying portion of my check-ride. I had some additional training and passed my check-ride on the second trial. It was a very humbling experience however I actually learned that you can never over-prepare for a check-ride. Also..."

Btw, your examiner probably was a jerk and you probably did get screwed somehow – but you know what? The reality is - we don’t care! We just want to make sure you’re a safe pilot and one others enjoy being around – very simple.

- Here’s something else. Why the heck would you want the entire world to know you were shut down at all those airlines? Why don’t you just dye your hair bright red and tattoo a large letter “L” on your forehead? Basically you’ve “advertised” to the entire world that there’s something seriously wrong with you!

Why? Well, you’ve been turned down by so many different airlines by now, and the worst part is that some of those airlines are not necessarily known for being very “picky.” So my advice to you is to be honest; however there’s no need to volunteer any extra information unless specifically asked. Flightinfo certainly does not qualify into the “specifically asked” category!

- Also, you seem to struggle a little with spelling and with grammar and unfortunately it’s possible that it showed on some of the applications you filled out in the past. Did you apply with “Pinnicle Airlines” for example? Many pilots have trouble with spelling and with grammar, I’m one of them.

Also, quite a few have dyslexia and based on a few letters you’ve left out here and there, I suspect you either have a mild form of it yourself, or English is not your native tongue. Either way, normally it’s not that big of a deal because we all use spell-checker and also ask our friends and relatives to review all application forms before we submit them. Why do airlines care? Well, it’s the attention to detail thing. So next time check all the forms 4 or 5 times before you send them in...

 

[AV80R]

I apologize my long dissertation here, but I do feel sorry for you and I do want you to succeed in your future endeavors - and eventually you will.

So to recap, my suggestions to you would be:

1) Don’t advertise your faults to the entire world – think of other pilots out there as your potential competition.

2) Don’t advertise to the world when & where your next interview will be! As a matter of fact, if I were you, I’d reschedule your March 1 interview; I can almost guarantee the Big Sky HR folks are looking forward to this “spectacle” based on your flightinfo “diary.”

“…I am going March 1 to Billings, MT for Big Sky. Also have an invite to Sky West finialy. Now I wait on Skywest, AWC, Republic Holding Inc, Skyway, and couple other 121's and now I am eligible to reapply at some of the first few I listed above…”

3) Pay attention to spelling and grammar; use spell-checker, ask your friends and family members to proof-read your applications, use any tools available to you.

4) Use an interview prep service yesterday! Cheryl Cage does an outstanding job; don’t wait - try it months and not just days prior to your next interview.

5) Thank Jen for being honest with you – she did the right thing and I would’ve done the very same. You set yourself up for a failure on this one. No big deal, don’t repeat those mistakes again and I’m sure you’ll be able to move on and succeed in the future.

Good luck to you!

I believe that I am going into Bob's office tomorrow to push for a mandatory psych-eval for new hires after reading these last few pages.

Agree! Also, maybe the eval. should be given to some well-off pilots why happen to fly Jetstreams "for fun only." Still can’t believe those statements came from a Regions pilot?

Hey AV80R....Nice to have you back!
No, thank you!

 

[Way2Broke]

Hey AV80R....Nice to have you back!
No, thank you!

Anything I can do to help a ex reject like myself I am all for. Your not the first Regions pilot I have helped and you will not be the last. After all, what gos around comes around and its a small business. I think some good may have come around my way yesterday.... I'll keep everyone posted.

Hey Belch did you get the save the date card yet?

 

[AV80R]

Something good came your way? Hope it's got to do with bigger equipment &/0r pay? Like my new signature? LOL

 

[Way2Broke]

Prettyyyyy Dang Smoootthhhh

 

[AV80R]

Totally off the subject.

Check out this link, pretty amazing RC flight.


http://users.skynet.be/fa926657/files/B29.wmv

 

[Tram]

That's Mac Hodges B-29... He lives down in Americus, Ga.. That building they show in the first few minutes is his own hobby shop, behind his house.. They have a rockin flyin for r/c stuff down there all the time called SEFF...

 

[WhateverUwant]

http://www.regionalaviationpartners.org/Home/pdf/2.28.07EAS_IL_durbin.pdf

Not good!!!

 

[CopilotDoug]

Awww come on dude! Do I even have to remind you that I'm working on a hamster powered UNIVAC Model 001? And besides, the vaccum tube related to my PDF reading capability burned out. Anyone have a spare? In the mean time, can you summarize thew article or cut and paste?

 

[Tram]

WhateverUwant, U bent een hulpmiddel. - Dutch
WhateverUwant, Vous êtes un outil. - French
WhateverUwant, Sie sind ein Werkzeug. - German
WhateverUwant, Είστε ένα εργαλείο. - Greek
WhateverUwant, Siete un attrezzo. - Italian
WhateverUwant, Você é uma ferramenta. - Portuguese
WhateverUwant, Вы будете инструментом. - Russian
WhateverUwant, Usted es una herramienta. - Spanish
WhateverUwant, You are a tool. - English

 

[AV80R]

Tram – sometimes you can’t translate words verbatim – if you do it won’t make any sense. You just told Whateveruwant in Russian that he (I think it's a he?) is an instrument. In Dutch that he is a helping-device/tool, and in German that he is a plain tool which has no negative connotation whatsoever. You might as well call him a screwdriver, it’ll make about as much sense as calling him a tool. Doesn’t quite mean the same thing does it It’s like saying “what’s up!” - in many countries you’ll see people look up when you say it

Why do I bring it up? I'm bored, that’s all!

- до свидания

United States Senate​

Washington, DC20510-1504​

February 27, 2007​

The Honorable Mary Peters
Secretary
U.S. Department of Transportation
400 Seventh Street, S.W.
Washington, D.C.20590

Dear Secretary Peters:

I am writing to you regarding the Department's Essential Air Service (EAS) Program and Regions Air service in Illinois. Quincy, Marion, and Decatur are three EAS communities in Illinois that are currently served by Regions Air flights to St. Louis. The EAS program is vital to these cities that arefar from a medium orlarge hub airport and would otherwise be without air service.

Regions has a code-share relationship with American Airlines, which allows passengers to seamlessly book travel on flights to and through American's regional hub at Lambert International Airport in St. Louis through American Connection. Regions receives over $3.5 million per yea in EAS subsidies as part of the two-year contracts with the U.S. DOT.

In the last three months, Regions has failed to adequately fulfill its contracts to operate these flights. Flight cancellation figures for November, December, and January were 15.6 percent, 27 percent, and 15.5 percent, respectively. In contrast, according to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, the average percentage of flights canceled in the domestic passenger market was 1.71 for all of 2006. Regions' poor service record and large number of cancellations deter travelers from flying into or out of Quincy, Marion, Decatur, and Springfield which has a detrimental effect on the local economies. In addition, this deficient service is the primary factor for Quincy's inability to meet the important 10,000 passenger threshold, which qualifies QuincyRegionalAirport for a $1 million Federal Aviation Administration grant.

Regions' Illinois EAS contracts in Marion and Quincy areset to expire in May and July, respectively. While Regions has the opportunity to re-apply for these contracts, respectfully request that you give strong consideration to other airlines’ applications. The people in the Quincy, Marion, Decatur, and Springfield (a non-EAS community) areas rely on and are entitled to efficient and dependable air service, which, unfortunately, Regions has failed to provide.

Thank you for your consideration of this request. I look forward to working with you to improve air service to underserved areas in Illinois and around the nation.

Sincerely,
Richard J. Durbin

 

[Way2Broke]

Tram,
He didn't write the letter all he did was post it.

 

[Tram]

AV8OR - до свидания ? Before the meeting?

Way2Broke - WhateverUwant being a tool has zero to do with the posting of the letter, it has more to do I'm sure with the lack of affection their parents gave them as a child.. Mommy just didn't hug them enough..

 

[belchfire]

I have been informed by JEN N. the Cheif Pilot at Regions Air. That my interview will NOT be rescheduled after the cancelation we had last week (FEB 14/14) due to snow weather issues. The reason was due to the fact that I posted a copy of the letter inviting me to the interview in first place. That she feels that I would not be a good fit into the company. I did not feel as it would cause any problems. Though, I guess this time my foot got shot. Oh well life goes on and I have other 121 and 135 options ahead. Maybe this is a Blessing in Disguise!

Take Care: Comments send to [email protected]

First of all, you shouldn't use names on this board. Yeah, most of the people here in this thread have known the CP at Regex and think well of her-and wish her well in some other endeavors but you just shouldn't use names here-it's bad form.

You probably don't have the depth of experience to realize that getting shot in the foot by regions is the best thing that ever happened to your career. It is my most humble opinion that you deserved the place though. Most of the people posting here don't though.

I have to agree with the one that recommended Gulfstream to you. Your skin is far to thin to survive in any of the crew rooms I have skulked, slithered stomped, screamed and hurled insults in...

Nerf gliders might work out well too!

Boohahahahahaha!

Hey yeah Shake, I got the card! I ain't never had free beer in Knoxville!

Sweet! And yeah, thank you!

 

[AV80R]

AV8OR - до свидания ? Before the meeting?

As always I'm slow, what meeting?

до свидания = good bye, see ya, bye, etc.

 

[FlyFastLiveSlow]

AV8OR - до свидания ? Before the meeting?

As always I'm slow, what meeting?

до свидания =

Phonetically...... Da Svadanya.

 

[AV80R]

до свидания Oh, I'm sorry, yes I forgot to switch from Cyrillic to Latin. Man you might be flying fast, but you're thinking even faster my friend!!!

Luv

 

[FlyFastLiveSlow]

до свидания Oh, I'm sorry, yes I forgot to switch from Cyrillic to Latin. Man you might be flying fast, but you're thinking even faster my friend!!!

Luv

I do try.....

 

[pilot754]

Happy to say

Going to Skywest to interview shortly. Furthermore, will get my day before Republic Airways. 2 of my top 3 airlines to be with. I also have offers at 2 135 outfits. I am also sure pay is better at all of them in comparison to Regions. To Belchfire I am most apprecitive of your kind words.

 

[10early?]

It's spelled "appreciative"!

I am sure that pay will be better than Regions. Please take one of these jobs, and haunt their thread. It's been nice tearing you to shreds, but now, uhh, BUH-BYE!

 

[belchfire]

I am sure that pay will be better than Regions. Please take one of these jobs, and haunt their thread. It's been nice tearing you to shreds, but now, uhh, BUH-BYE!

One bloke that should you have made leave 15 early...

hehehehehe

Me thinks he might have been trying to be cynical...perhaps there is hope?

Boooohahahahhahahahahaha.

I'm off to the lobby bar for a drink. I'd invite you all but I'll be back in my room asleep before you could get here...whereeverinthefrack I am...

 

[Way2Broke]

Going to Skywest to interview shortly. Furthermore, will get my day before Republic Airways. 2 of my top 3 airlines to be with. I also have offers at 2 135 outfits. I am also sure pay is better at all of them in comparison to Regions. To Belchfire I am most apprecitive of your kind words.

Haven't you learned anything? Keep your mouth shut until you know the full story. The people that do the hiring read these boards, and you don't want them reading what has been said about you here. LEAVE THIS THREAD, for your own good.

 

[belchfire]

Haven't you learned anything? Keep your mouth shut until you know the full story. The people that do the hiring read these boards, and you don't want them reading what has been said about you here. LEAVE THIS THREAD, for your own good.

Yeah, God only knows how many ex-regex guys are tearing up the bank now working for skywest...


Hey Tram, WTF is the SLM? Is it something a prostitute does?

 

[mcjohn]

OK Way to Broke. I've had it with you. You are an obnoxious moderator. Thank you for helping make FI what it is. You guys are like freaking Lord of the Flies or something up in here.

Now seriously, how bad did the guy really screw up in his posts. Not too terribly bad. We can all shoot ourselves in the foot from time to time because we are human. We make mistakes. No big deal.

You my friend, are soooo excited about the message board you moderate for having the power to screw someone out of a job. Or so you think. FI is NOT all that. If Regions wants to come here to get info a prospective employee then Regions is NOT all that.

This is ridiculous.