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Chief Captain
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Congratulations! Be sure to let us know how it is to step up from a light twin to a real airplane!
Orange Anchor
New Member
Well, as a follow-up to my "Might be moving on...Maybe?" thread from last week...
I just accepted an offer today from Omni for an FO spot on the 757/767! Big jump from the 402 I've been flying, but I think with that and an RJ background I'll do alright.
Very excited!
You will enjoy both airplanes. Remember to step UP in the 767 cockpit and DOWN in the 757 cockpit. Nothing worse than stumbling into the cockpit. And just because it is big, you don't have to fall into calling it a 'flight deck'.
Both land very easy. 30-40ft on the 76 and 20-30ft on the 75, power to idle and hold pitch. When light you will be surprised at how well the 76 climbs. And maybe it was because I flew them light, the 767 seemed the quicker of the two. Either way, congrats. You will enjoy both.
(Oh, and on the oral, the true jerks will ask about the recirc fans and how they differ on the airplanes. Mine asked when it worked and when it didn't. I thought about replying, "It works all the time it is supposed to except when it broken and then you go into the manual, find the code for the failure and write it up." That was NOT the answer he wanted.)
dasleben
That's just, like, your opinion, man
Congrats man - and sorry I could never get you an answer regarding the jumpseat.
Perhaps as a heavy metal driver we now have space for you
:beer:
Hahaha, I see how it is.
irate:Thanks, but I'd like to point out that I do have previous transport category jet time in my logbook. I don't think they'd have offered me this job if I didn't!
Outstanding info, thanks! For some reason, learning how to land the beast makes me a bit nervous. Of course, my experience has always been that the bigger the aircraft, the easier it is to land. Just have to adjust my sight picture a little higher.
That's what I'm hoping! The schedule is pretty tough for some, but I'm looking forward to being able to travel the world (even to some random middle-of-nowhere places) and come up with a few good stories in the process.
Orange Anchor
New Member
Outstanding info, thanks! For some reason, learning how to land the beast makes me a bit nervous. Of course, my experience has always been that the bigger the aircraft, the easier it is to land. Just have to adjust my sight picture a little higher.
Don't worry. Of the airliners I flew, the 75 and 76 were among the easiest to land. The 727 and the MD-80 required a bit more attention. The YS-11 was the most baffling for me.
The issue you WILL have difficulty with is adjusting to the poor drag devices on both. The 737 was notorious for its inability to go down/slow down and both the 757 and 767 upped that scale. IF you think you need the gear on approach to slow down, you do. IF you are not sure but are already high, prepare for a go-around or plan on violating your company's unstable approach criteria.
And, unless you are loaded to the max and it is ISA+, plan on going to the high 30s or low 40s as a routine. I enjoyed flying them.. nice machines. Real nice machines.
dasleben
That's just, like, your opinion, man
Little update: Got called up for an August 23rd class instead of one in late September. Coming up quick. I'll keep everyone posted (if anyone cares ). I'm feeling good about memory items, and am working through limitations at the moment. A friend of mine sent me a 757/767 systems "primer" to help you get your feet wet before going to class, and after reading it and getting memory items knocked down I'm feeling much less nervous (and much more excited) about starting training. It's got all the same parts my previous jet had. All still works the same way. Bleed systems, packs, electrical system, APUs, hydraulics, etc. It's nice to realize that it's not foreign material. Same holds true for profiles: Same basic four-segment climb you'd see in any transport category jet.
Gonna be tough, but I'm looking forward to it!
). I'm feeling good about memory items, and am working through limitations at the moment. A friend of mine sent me a 757/767 systems "primer" to help you get your feet wet before going to class, and after reading it and getting memory items knocked down I'm feeling much less nervous (and much more excited) about starting training. It's got all the same parts my previous jet had. All still works the same way. Bleed systems, packs, electrical system, APUs, hydraulics, etc. It's nice to realize that it's not foreign material. Same holds true for profiles: Same basic four-segment climb you'd see in any transport category jet.Gonna be tough, but I'm looking forward to it!
TopGunn
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Little update: Got called up for an August 23rd class instead of one in late September. Coming up quick. I'll keep everyone posted (if anyone cares
Gonna be tough, but I'm looking forward to it!
ofcourse we care!! Pictures will complete the story.
Baronpilot244
Killick Stoker
Little update: Got called up for an August 23rd class instead of one in late September. Coming up quick. I'll keep everyone posted (if anyone cares
Gonna be tough, but I'm looking forward to it!
Cool, Man - Go get 'em!
Bp244
No cheating off Dough for systems answers!Little update: Got called up for an August 23rd class instead of one in late September. Coming up quick. I'll keep everyone posted (if anyone cares
Gonna be tough, but I'm looking forward to it!
Congrats bro. Like everyone has said, step down into the '57 and up into the '67!
OldTownPilot
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And no pissing in the FA's bag closet!
starman2112
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That's awesome, Congrats!
dasleben
That's just, like, your opinion, man
New update!
Just finished week 3, which wrapped up the 757-200 "core" systems. Next week begins autoflight and FMS training utilizing some pretty cool computer-based software (basically a full desktop simulation of the aircraft that I can use at any time on my laptop for practice). I'll also go through the 767-300ER differences training, which should be interesting. Systems has been the usual firehose exercise, but definitely manageable with good study habits. Of course, I still have 2.5 weeks to go until my company oral; still plenty of material coming up to stuff my brain with.
After that, it's ~4 weeks of sims, bringing this training cycle to about 9.5 weeks in total, not including IOE. It's long, but it's thorough. Definitely not the "churn 'em out" mentality I saw at the regional. Very refreshing.
If anyone is planning on going to initial training soon with any carrier, my advice is to get your limitations and memory items seared into your brain before you report for class. It will most certainly reduce your workload during the systems firehose.
Just finished week 3, which wrapped up the 757-200 "core" systems. Next week begins autoflight and FMS training utilizing some pretty cool computer-based software (basically a full desktop simulation of the aircraft that I can use at any time on my laptop for practice). I'll also go through the 767-300ER differences training, which should be interesting. Systems has been the usual firehose exercise, but definitely manageable with good study habits. Of course, I still have 2.5 weeks to go until my company oral; still plenty of material coming up to stuff my brain with.
After that, it's ~4 weeks of sims, bringing this training cycle to about 9.5 weeks in total, not including IOE. It's long, but it's thorough. Definitely not the "churn 'em out" mentality I saw at the regional. Very refreshing.
If anyone is planning on going to initial training soon with any carrier, my advice is to get your limitations and memory items seared into your brain before you report for class. It will most certainly reduce your workload during the systems firehose.
Pilotforhire587
Lycra Man
Sweet man CONGRATS:rawk:
atpwannabe
Well-Known Member
Congrats. All the best!
"Climb and maintain FL 320".
atp
"Climb and maintain FL 320".
atp
