Which Type Rating

[Bad-Andy]

I agree without time on type the rating is worthless the way things are right now.

I can second (or third or fourth it as the case may be) this statement. I have an A-320 type and a TRI letter on the thing (I'm teaching for the manufacturer), but with no time on type, and I can't even get a second look as an F/O anywhere on it...

So, I can't imagine getting a job with a type and no experience in a 320 these days... So, if the type won't really help, get the 74-400 type if it's what you want to do... (Or just be a good citizen and don't waste tax payer money on something you know won't really help you get a job... Go to culinary school or get a commercial drivers license -- something useful...)

Just my 2 centavos...

 

[jafo20]

What underpants said.

The same thing applies to corporate/smaller stuff too.

 

[wolfpackpilot]

I think the bigger question here is how do unemployed pilots in the US obtain jobs throughout the world with carriers hiring.

I don't like the idea of paying for a type either (and fortunately I never have) but if it makes the difference between getting back to work or staying in the unemployment line then you do what you have too.

I have a good friend in flying the 767 for ANA... furloughed UA. He never thought he would be where he is either.

 

[AbOvo]

How does your UA friend like his job at ANA?

 

[wolfpackpilot]

How does your UA friend like his job at ANA?

He just started. But so far he likes it. Very professional training and interview process.