Virgin American Hiring Window Open

[skypilot6]

CEO was quoted as saying we are getting guys with 3,000-4,000 hrs and that it is experienced. I would imagine that's competitive? IMO it doesn't matter as long as you have the ATP, 2500 hrs TT, and preferably 1,000 turbine (PIC or SIC) then you should apply. I applied with ~4,100 hrs when the mins were 4,000 and I got an interview.

The key is doing as best as you can on the assessment. Getting a high grade/mark in that is usually the catalyst for the next step.

Some of ya'll shoulda reached out to me before taking the assessment, I could've provide a link to get some practice on the kinds of timed questions you'd get.

Got that link? I didn't have to take it this time as I took it back in January, but I'm curious, and it could help next time if I have to take it again.

 

[Hacker15e]

All of the "study questions" that I had access to were unfortunately different than what was actually presented on the test this time around.

 

[grkero]

If I remember correctly from OBAP, they told me they're hiring 90 guys.

 

[Cpt Cook]

Any insight on what kind of pilots they are looking for? Mostly 121 guys or do they hire from 135 and corporate as well?

 

[Cherokee_Cruiser]

Any insight on what kind of pilots they are looking for? Mostly 121 guys or do they hire from 135 and corporate as well?

We've taken all of the above

 

[Cpt Cook]

We've taken all of the above

Good to know

 

[derg]

Anyone know how many they're looking to hire and what competitive times might be?

https://www.virginamerica.apply2jobs.com/ProfExt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=1921

Good luck to all who apply!

If you guys have specific questions, I have a contact.

 

[BobDDuck]

If you guys have specific questions, I have a contact.

But do you have cake?


Too soon?

 

[derg]

But do you have cake?


Too soon?

Not too soon.

Way, way over the internet haterade.

 

[Groundpounder]

What are Virgin America's GPA requirements?

 

[Hacker15e]

What are Virgin America's GPA requirements?

Good news! They didn't even ask.

 

[Groundpounder]

Good news! They didn't even ask.

Don't they know that you need to have a 3.5 or better to safely pilot an airplane????

 

[bretthullrampage]

Any chance a newhire can get JFK?

 

[derg]

Don't they know that you need to have a 3.5 or better to safely pilot an airplane????

[HASHTAG]#SeriousHat[/HASHTAG]

@Groundpounder

Ok, here's a little education on the issue.

It's part of a myriad of factors in how an airline determines an applicants aptitude. It's there to help you and does not hurt you.

This is why: If you have a good number of type ratings and a clean(-ish) checkride history, you've already displayed solid aptitude and the powers-that-be surmise that you'll most likely do well in training. You're done and it probably won't even be considered unless you have a lot of very similar applicants.

If you're like one many of the applicants that only have scant few type ratings, a good GPA in a challenging degree program will boost the evaluators confidence that the applicant has strong aptitude.

A low GPA in a non-challenging degree program is neutral.
A low GPA in a challenging degree program is a positive.
A high GPA in a non-challenging degree program is positive.
A high GPA in a challenging degree program is heavily positive.

Every airline does this but it comes at different points in the evaluation process.

Remember, I didn't write this, I'm just giving you a boost to help you peer over the castle wall.

 

[Groundpounder]

[HASHTAG]#SeriousHat[/HASHTAG]

@Groundpounder

Ok, here's a little education on the issue.

It's part of a myriad of factors in how an airline determines an applicants aptitude. It's there to help you and does not hurt you.

This is why: If you have a good number of type ratings and a clean(-ish) checkride history, you've already displayed solid aptitude and the powers-that-be surmise that you'll most likely do well in training. You're done and it probably won't even be considered unless you have a lot of very similar applicants.

If you're like one many of the applicants that only have scant few type ratings, a good GPA in a challenging degree program will boost the evaluators confidence that the applicant has strong aptitude.

A low GPA in a non-challenging degree program is neutral.
A low GPA in a challenging degree program is a positive.
A high GPA in a non-challenging degree program is positive.
A high GPA in a challenging degree program is heavily positive.

Every airline does this but it comes at different points in the evaluation process.

Remember, I didn't write this, I'm just giving you a boost to help you peer over the castle wall.

But what if it took me 4 years and 1 day to finish a 4 year degree? That's a safety issue, right?

 

[jtrain609]

But what if it took me 4 years and 1 day to finish a 4 year degree? That's a safety issue, right?

You're not helping yourself.

Good luck.

 

[derg]

But what if it took me 4 years and 1 day to finish a 4 year degree? That's a safety issue, right?

@Groundpounder -

Wrong, it's not a safety issue, nor do I believe anyone ever stated it was.

I'm unsure why you would attempt to antagonize someone who is sharing what he learned about the process. Remember, I didn't create it, but I'm providing a unique opportunity to get your questions answered, hence, give you a peek "over the castle wall". If you're getting better advice somewhere else, please share it.

Remember, you're speaking to a solid 2.3 GPA college grad who took 5 years to graduate in a boneheadedly simple degree program that is here to help you…

For free.

And I've offered to interface directly with the recruitment team in order to get your questions answered…

For free.

 

[trafficinsight]

@Groundpounder -

Wrong, it's not a safety issue, nor do I believe anyone ever stated it was.

I'm unsure why you would attempt to antagonize someone who is sharing what he learned about the process. Remember, I didn't create it, but I'm providing a unique opportunity to get your questions answered, hence, give you a peek "over the castle wall". If you're getting better advice somewhere else, please share it.

Remember, you're speaking to a solid 2.3 GPA college grad who took 5 years to graduate in a boneheadedly simple degree program that is here to help you…

For free.

And I've offered to interface directly with the recruitment team in order to get your questions answered…

For free.

So there's hope for me yet!

 

[scooter2525]

But what if it took me 4 years and 1 day to finish a 4 year degree? That's a safety issue, right?

This doesn't help with networking into a job.

 

[Mark815]

This is why: If you have a good number of type ratings and a clean(-ish) checkride history, you've already displayed solid aptitude and the powers-that-be surmise that you'll most likely do well in training. You're done and it probably won't even be considered unless you have a lot of very similar applicants.

If you're like one many of the applicants that only have scant few type ratings, a good GPA in a challenging degree program will boost the evaluators confidence that the applicant has strong aptitude.
.

Thanks for posting this! This is actually really good info, and the first time I've seen it put this way. Now out of curiosity, what is a good number of type ratings vs a few scant? For some, their airline only operates a single type, so the opportunity for other types don't really present themselves. Also do you think airlines generally care if they're airliners vs biz jet types?

/thread jack

Now on topic, I'd also like to know if JFK is a junior domicile, or would a new hire expect to be on the West Coast?