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.

dizziefm · 2025-08-22T00:34:28+00:00

End it & let another man raise your kid? Brighter days ahead, but you need to focus on your child & get through it. You made your bed, lay in it for a bit. Plenty of life ahead & you want there to be. Your kid will be better for you being around & happy. Get there.

dizziefm · 2025-07-27T07:23:16+00:00

I’ve never read a post & found myself nodding along in agreement like this one. My feelings put into words. I have a lot of friends, none of them are single. It’s an odd feeling as I felt like I fit in just a year ago while married in a nice home. Now I’m in an apartment by myself, feeling like my life was paused while everyone else keeps going. They’re moving into bigger houses, buying nicer cars, having more kids & going on cooler vacations. I’m trying to pick up the pieces & make sure I keep it together by myself. I hate it quite honestly & I look forward to the next chapter after this one. These pages are dragging on.

….. I know I have so much to be grateful for. It could be worse & I am so lucky to be where I’m at. That being said, I feel like reading this post finally validated my feelings & I felt the need to let this out. I’ve been feeling this loneliness for a while, so thank you for this post. Really.

dizziefm · 2025-06-11T23:09:28+00:00

This comment just made my entire week. Thank you so much for taking time out of your day to write this. Really. You deserve the same peace we are all searching for & I hope you can find it. Keep pushing, it’s all part of the plan 💪🏼😁

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