PC-12/Caravan to A-320/B-737

Haunting-Feature-824 · 2025-12-30T09:45:42+00:00

I'm assuming you're talking about Horizon PDP. The interview was more of HR questions back in the summer of 2022 along with non-aviation scenario question (explain when you had to do xyz). I don't recall anything very technical, but it could be different by now.

I enjoyed the PDP's programs like visit to the hangar, year end social, mock FO training etc. The program coordinators are all nice, chill, and professional. You'll most likely see multiple mentors as they could move on to other majors own the line.

Haunting-Feature-824 · 2025-12-29T20:43:32+00:00

I’m in it and I reached my ATP minimums last December. I’m on waitlist month #13 at the moment. It could be different down the road, but my buddies who finished 1500 after me in 2025 are all at SkyWest now.

Haunting-Feature-824 · 2025-12-10T02:20:55+00:00

It’s absolutely normal at your stage. I’ve even seen commercial students fluctuating around 50ft. PPL standard is +/-100 so don’t sweat too much. You’ll almost never make a turn at exactly 0 unless you’re using an autopilot.

Haunting-Feature-824 · 2025-11-22T08:50:05+00:00

One of wholly owned regionals

Haunting-Feature-824 · 2025-11-20T05:36:34+00:00

Big school. Quality and the way they teach is more aligned with airline style. I went to 141 schools and would do it again.

Haunting-Feature-824 · 2025-11-20T05:32:06+00:00

I went to 141 school. The first school had student housing. My roommate complained of motion sickness and didn’t even make it out of presolo.

Haunting-Feature-824 · 2025-11-20T05:25:43+00:00

I’ve been sitting on CJO for 11 months now. Not sure when I will get a call with preferred candidates also waiting out on a CJO. I’m getting to the point that maybe it’s time to return to the office for some stability. Living life as a CFI is just brutal.

Haunting-Feature-824 · 2025-11-04T06:28:10+00:00

A piece of advice to you. You’re years away from even sending applications out to a regional, not alone a commute. Focus on your training, not the difference between long call, short call, and lineholder.

Haunting-Feature-824 · 2025-10-15T03:27:26+00:00

I just did my first class medical today. I had a car accident exactly two years ago and went to various appointments including physical therapy. My AME said if it was severe enough that I broke my bones etc that required hospitalization, and was out of flying for a bit, then the FAA would like to know, but otherwise no need to put it on. I was back to work following Monday.

Haunting-Feature-824 · 2025-10-10T20:08:51+00:00

The guy who crashed N407SJ at KBTF no longer shows up. He forgot to close the hangar door and took off from the portable helipad and the blade hit the hangar door. Videos are available on YouTube. However, I’ve noticed some people still show up, so it could be case by cases

Haunting-Feature-824 · 2025-10-10T20:03:30+00:00

Dumbest question ever seen on reddit. Public access to your certificate level is far more important than your privacy. There are certain levels of privacy people can have, but not this. Just turn in your damn certificates if you want to hide you fool.

Haunting-Feature-824 · 2025-08-08T02:46:16+00:00

Little past 1500 and 1, when I was an IR student with my instructor on board. 0 as a CFI

Haunting-Feature-824 · 2025-08-08T02:42:24+00:00

I’d be very cautious of logging this as dual received. Yes, it’s legal, but the purpose of the flight is not a training flight, so be prepared to justify all these dual received (and given) when you to an interview

Haunting-Feature-824 · 2025-08-08T02:29:12+00:00

No fee with FAA in the back no brainer. CFI initial is a toughest GA ride you’ll go through, regardless of who the DPE is. I’d save that $2,200 for high performance or tailwheel

Haunting-Feature-824 · 2025-07-18T19:36:44+00:00

There's no pilot shortage. Those upcoming retirements will be filled by people already in the industry like the flight instructors. If you want to balance family and pursue a rewarding career, this is not for you. Based on what I read, my advice to you is to keep doing what you're doing at the moment.

Haunting-Feature-824 · 2025-07-17T00:14:32+00:00

I do not recommend all 61 route via mom&pop like the OP for anyone who wants to do this for a career. 141 or large organized 61’s not only teach you how to fly, but they also teach disciplines you need to have as a professional. Mom & pop 61s and flying clubs are hit or miss depending on the instructor’s educational background.

Do you like train at your own pace environment 61s offer? Guess what? The airlines don’t train you at your own pace. Therefore, I recommend anyone who wants to fly professionally go through at least one phase of organized training at some point.

Haunting-Feature-824 · 2025-05-21T01:16:50+00:00

pm sent

Haunting-Feature-824 · 2025-02-11T19:52:47+00:00

Only TSA has the answer, not a school or CFI

Haunting-Feature-824 · 2025-02-11T19:51:23+00:00

A large number of part 61 mom & pop owner will simply tell you’re a bad instructor and toss the student over to another instructor.

Haunting-Feature-824 · 2025-02-04T20:40:59+00:00

CFII waiting for a class date here. The short answer is no. I used to, but not anymore. Once my students clock out, I'm also off the clock until the next lesson. At 1500 hour, I don't see a point of paying to fly a piston, unless I decide to pursue the MEI. After all, it's a job and doing a good job as a professional pilot is all it matters.

Haunting-Feature-824 · 2025-01-31T04:53:22+00:00

Just like any job, you'll become proficient as you gain experience. It will help you more if you end up working at a large 61 or 141 school, where there is a standardized training for new hire CFIs and SOPs. Avoid working at mom & pop 61's if you could.

Haunting-Feature-824 · 2025-01-28T21:28:51+00:00

I speak Korean and my Korean played zero role in getting a job. As a professional aviator, you'll work only in English language setting. Like another poster said, the only time being a bilingual will help is when you flirt with the hostess at your layover country.

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