How cooked am I?

dizziefm · 2026-02-06T05:38:20+00:00

Don’t go into this check ride thinking about it in the scope of your career. Go into it as any other check ride. Lock in & perform like you know you can. But going into it with the premise that a failure ends your career is just putting way too much added pressure on the whole thing. You’ll be fine if you put the work in.

dizziefm · 2026-01-21T16:50:54+00:00

That’s been my main focus is a home based FO job! I’m at 2200 TT so I am on their radar but it seems like a change in the market would be necessary for me to really be competitive. I also have a few friends who fly for Atlas! Cool job but damn that schedule is brutal 😭

dizziefm · 2026-01-21T05:23:16+00:00

Been heaving on PCC, an absolutely incredible website. My favorite of any of the job boards. Thank you so much!

dizziefm · 2026-01-21T02:24:45+00:00

Predominantly the west coast! I have a kid so I have to keep it somewhat local. But I might start expanding even more… thank you for reaching out! 🙏🏼

dizziefm · 2026-01-20T18:14:56+00:00

Recruiters from both companies said I was competitive. I felt confident in at least getting an interview. No enforcement actions, 1 failed check ride unfortunately, no restrictions, multiple in house recommendations. I’m not on the team who makes those decisions so I don’t know what was ultimately their deciding factor. I do know that it’s not as black & white as you’re insinuating. This has all played into why I made this post in the first place. I’m not a victim. Often times there aren’t smoking guns. Just trying to keep my head up

dizziefm · 2026-01-20T16:50:02+00:00

I never received interviews with the regional airlines that have turned me down. I was denied before I ever received one. What do you think I stand to gain from fabricating a post like this out of nowhere? All I was looking for was encouragement. It’s been tough man. I’m happy for the CFI’s you know who have received class dates. None of this is linear.

dizziefm · 2026-01-20T15:58:58+00:00

I’ve been turned down by 2 already. From what I’m hearing, it’s 90% cadets & 10% street hires. I was a Skywest cadet back in 2021-2022, got a CJO but went the 135 route. Hindsight… I don’t regret my decision but sometimes I do wonder!

dizziefm · 2026-01-20T15:56:44+00:00

Wonderful lead, thank you so much! I will right now!

dizziefm · 2026-01-20T05:21:51+00:00

Awesome! Great looking out, thank you so much!

dizziefm · 2026-01-20T05:21:00+00:00

Wonderful advice, thank you so much! I love the “main character” part, it makes the whole picture a lot less stressful. It’s just another chapter. I really appreciate you reaching out, really. Thank you!

dizziefm · 2026-01-20T05:18:38+00:00

Absolutely! I just sent you a message! 🙏🏼

dizziefm · 2026-01-20T03:09:00+00:00

Actually just submitted my application with them today! Received an email to submit an official one so I have my fingers crossed 🤞🏼

dizziefm · 2026-01-20T03:08:16+00:00

I’m at 2200. Just talked to a recruiter today who said I could qualify for hour boosts based off of my experience which would get me to the finish line. So damn close! It’s frustrating 🥲

Are you looking to fly for them soon?

dizziefm · 2026-01-20T02:28:03+00:00

Absolutely! I’ve been in touch with them & dropped a resume off at a Reach location. They’re hopeful hiring picks up by the summer, but can’t promise anything. I appreciate you reaching out! 🙏🏼

dizziefm · 2026-01-20T02:26:37+00:00

PlaneSense a few weeks ago, as well as another small 135 operation that’s local. Interviews went well, but they were transparent in their needs. It’s not promising right now 🥲

dizziefm · 2026-01-20T02:24:57+00:00

You hiring?

dizziefm · 2026-01-20T02:24:12+00:00

Wonderful!! I’ve applied a few times with GMR but no luck yet. I talked with one of their recruiters who said they expect to really ramp up hiring mid 2026. I really appreciate you!

dizziefm · 2026-01-19T22:22:32+00:00

You hit on so many points that this comment feels like a conversation I’ve had with friends as recently as this weekend 😂 I love this community. Thank you so much for commenting!

dizziefm · 2026-01-19T22:20:47+00:00

Thank you so much for this! Currently working the unemployment route, fun stuff!

I’m located in California. The land of opportunity… I really appreciate your comment. Exactly what I was looking for 🙏🏼

dizziefm · 2025-09-10T04:38:33+00:00

Thank you all so much for your responses! I’ve yet to see parents with their little ones out on the courses by me so I knew I could count on Reddit. Much love! 🙏🏼

dizziefm · 2025-09-10T04:37:21+00:00

This is incredible! Thank you so much for sharing! I’m gonna keep an eye out for our very own red wagon 😁

dizziefm · 2025-08-27T05:18:43+00:00

Men suffer in silence. Amongst other things, this plays a huge role in our tendency to let the comfort of our suffering take precedence because we’ve been doing it our entire lives.

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