Life at Compass

Seggy said:
Y'all are just jealous!
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No. Some days it just feels like I'm watching this.
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So, the testing portion... do you need to pass all 3 tests with a certain score or is there some sort of combined score that you need from all 3?
 
USN88 said:
So, the testing portion... do you need to pass all 3 tests with a certain score or is there some sort of combined score that you need from all 3?
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In all honesty nobody knows, and HR and Hiring keep those statistics tightly sealed from everybody.

Just remember to study, which sounds like you have. Study the
gouge, and apply the concepts from various gouges to the study guide. Get a good nights rest, remember to have fun, and stay relaxed during the testing. Best of luck with the interview, and let us know how it goes!
 
statusseeker1 said:
Is anyone here starting on the 17th?
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I wish I was. Do you have any tips for getting the invitation to interview? I exceed their mins (2500TT and 400+ multi) and regularly update airline apps for the past year. I hear compass will be at a career fair in DFW on Nov 15th. Is this the best/only way to get noticed?
 
jet7 said:
I wish I was. Do you have any tips for getting the invitation to interview? I exceed their mins (2500TT and 400+ multi) and regularly update airline apps for the past year. I hear compass will be at a career fair in DFW on Nov 15th. Is this the best/only way to get noticed?
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Career fairs certainly help candidates get noticed. If you could attend the one in DFW, I would certainly do it. A good way to meet the recruiting team, and let them know your interested in joining Compass. A nice way to put a friendly face to a long list of resumes.

Keep in mind Compass has about 1300 resumes with candidates that have either an ATP, or are at ATP minniums. Do you have any 121 time? I know they like turbine time, and tend to favor folks who have spent some time in the 121 world as the training at Compass tends to be a review rather then an introduction to 121 flying. That however won't be the norm in the very near future, and management plus the training department knows this.

Keep updating, attend the career fair if it is timely, and economically feasible for you. There will be a lot of hiring on the horizon. So sit tight, and I am sure they will be calling you soon. Hope this helps
 
A agree also with what nsmith2224 says.

I've not really heard any particulars either, but the 121 time is definitely a plus. Like he mentioned also, the IDOC Compass does is very much handed to you, and "see ya in a few weeks" kind of start. Not like some where you get the regular structure of showing up for a classroom 9-5 M-Fri.
 
I had the opportunity to speak with HR today. They were very pleasant and helped me get my application in the stack for review later this week. We will see what happens next. I don't have any 121 time, but I am hoping part 135 experience and multiple jet types will help secure an interview.
 
jet7 said:
I had the opportunity to speak with HR today. They were very pleasant and helped me get my application in the stack for review later this week. We will see what happens next. I don't have any 121 time, but I am hoping part 135 experience and multiple jet types will help secure an interview.
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Did you just cold call?
 
Could any Compass guys comment on the training? I hear that is mostly geared towards people with prior 121 and or jet time. Is the the case for the most part? How would it differ exactly from say training at any other regional? I know the month long home study to CBT based, I'm guessing that covers 170 systems, but is there anything else included in the month long home study?

Thanks!
 
USN88 said:
Could any Compass guys comment on the training? I hear that is mostly geared towards people with prior 121 and or jet time. Is the the case for the most part? How would it differ exactly from say training at any other regional? I know the month long home study to CBT based, I'm guessing that covers 170 systems, but is there anything else included in the month long home study?

Thanks!
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Did you get the offer?

It's true that Compass gears its training program towards current and past 121 members, but the process is more then do-able in a relaxed environment. The CBT's are big part of the training which you do in a month all on your own. Most regional school houses cover and go over the Flight Operations Manuals, plus Aircraft Systems, and will be there to answer or clarify any questions you have. However, you are on your own for a good portion of study material, and when you get to class you will have one week of systems and one week of company procedures which highlights areas of the CBT's. Having prior 121 time and turbine experience will make this easier as you know the areas of importance to study because the class portion happens very quickly.

The IPT "Instrument Procedure Trainer" portion and Sim portion are just like any other 121 training programs, and you will learn all the procedures from both seats for your type rating. The IPT portion will prepare you to use the automation so your transition to the simulator goes smoothly. Having some prior 121 time will help when you go into the simulator portion because your take check-ride takes place in the left seat. Again, this process is more then do-able, and Compass is not a washout training program. The Training Dept. will be there to help out if you have any questions as long as you meet them halfway.

The process from the new-hire orientation till your line check can be up to and exceeding three months depending on sim availability and check airmen availability. This training process can be a bit longer then other regional airline training programs. Hope this answer your question
 
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