Doing that would eventually put AC in the same spot as all the regionals. Shortage of upgradable FOs. There's a reason AC hires ATPL licensed "future captains". They don't want a roster that's 70% FOs that can't upgrade. There must be reasons why regionals won’t hire 703/704 atpl captains. Working ...

Asking around anecdotally, it's pretty clear that the hiring at all levels (FTU/703/704/705) has slowed to a trickle. The population surge can only do so much, as disposable income for the middle class has been rapidly diminishing over the past decade. The only cohort that is travelling much now ar...

Anyone know when the next ground schools are planned? As someone joining the hiring pool how long would expect to wait before getting the call? Thank you! When I spoke on the phone to set up an interview they mentioned potentially February next Have you received any offers yet? You’ve done jazz and...

Hi! I have a buddy who’s working outside of Aklavik until the end of November, on mount Goodenough, and I want to go hang out. Does anyone have any planned trips (and an open seat) to Freddie Carmichael or Mike Zubko, anywhere around there? Thanks 8) Mattea Northwright or Canadian North don’t have ...

Exactly. This is wrong on so many levels... The TSB report is short on the HF breakdown and concentrates too much on the FMS/programming confusion. Both are important. I'm more concerned with why a 10,000 pilot, a "Captain", thought that descending while off course was ok. Situational awareness at ...

Hi everyone, I applied for the First Officer position with WestJet Encore near the end of September, and my application status has been showing “Under Review” since then. I was just wondering if anyone who applied recently could share how long it usually takes to hear back or get an interview invit...

We played the cards we had, and there was virtually zero downside to trying. All Jazz pilots want to see is there is a long term plan for Jazz, and a long term solution for hiring and retention. However that comes about, I don't care. But right now there seems to be no plan, with zero real plan to ...

[/quote] We played the cards we had, and there was virtually zero downside to trying. All Jazz pilots want to see is there is a long term plan for Jazz, and a long term solution for hiring and retention. However that comes about, I don't care. But right now there seems to be no plan, with zero real ...

I don't buy that instructing counts as multi-crew experience that requires CRM. There's a huge difference between two pilots who are trained to work together and share responsibility for the outcome of the flight, and an instructor providing direction to a student; the latter doesn't involve them w...

Worldpilot wrote: ↑Thu Oct 23, 2025 10:30 pm Guys, anyone else in the dash pool and waiting for a ground school ? What’s your timeline and have you been assigned a ground school? I joined The pool in September and I’m still waiting.

What’s your hours and type of experience?

Any guidance on which airlines hire applicants who are in their mid 50s without any previous airline experience?

There’s no right or wrong option. It usually comes down to who you know that gets you a job. Hours, type of experience has very little influence on hiring. Look at the regionals as an example who have FOs line flying that don’t have an ATPL to upgrade.

Hmm not sure how to respond to this one... yes of course the question is on the speculative side. But I am also sure there are people here that are in hiring circles, the same circles that might have some intel on what sort of hours operators are looking for. I am planning on applying everywhere I ...

Will the answer to this question change what you are planning on doing? If so, what do you actually want to know? As written, the question is very broad and the answers will likely be nothing more than speculation. Competitive or not, you'll still want to get more hours and experience if you're wor...

vrajshah030196 wrote: ↑Tue Oct 14, 2025 12:18 pm Is anyone getting interview requests with Encore?

One contributor on here received interview request recently if you read through the posts.
If you’re competitive they will reach out to you quickly so you don’t get hired elsewhere.

Oct. 6 Class 5 Q400 YVR 1 Q400 YYC 1 E175 YUL I am just curious that they will have the vacancies for CRJ in Nov and Feb.2026 ground school. Nobody knows. They can also cancel those classes if not needed or double them. Right now they are being selective with the FO applicants and the Qs are shorte...

Dustymcdust wrote: ↑Tue Oct 07, 2025 4:09 pm I got an interview with them coming up soon. Took about 3 weeks to go from processing to interview request sent.

Congrats
What type of experience did you apply with?

BleedAirValve wrote: ↑Thu Oct 02, 2025 12:45 pm Yes - part of the requirement to attend was to have an active application in the application portal - so that’s done

Not correct. An active application is not required.

Hello all, I recently attended the talent fair at the westjet Campus on 29 September. I was curious to hear from any of you that have been through one before; approximately how long does it take - post talent show - for them to either select you for next steps or pass on your application? Thanks fo...

My job is on call, i can’t just “make time”. I wish i could… You want Porter to be flexible but aren’t being flexible yourself. Ask a colleague to switch shifts, call in sick etc. Porter HR knows you have options and I’m pretty sure you’ve just blew your chances for interview. There’s way to many a...

My job is on call, i can’t just “make time”. I wish i could… You want Porter to be flexible but aren’t being flexible yourself. Ask a colleague to switch shifts, call in sick etc. Porter HR knows you have options and I’m pretty sure you’ve just blew your chances for interview. There’s way to many a...

So I was invited for the E2 interview, but the only issue is I am working on all 4 days (because of course). How flexible are they on those dates and do yall have a contact info, because I emailed back the person/email that sent me invite link/email, but have yet to get an answer back and the dates...

So I was invited for the E2 interview, but the only issue is I am working on all 4 days (because of course). How flexible are they on those dates and do yall have a contact info, because I emailed back the person/email that sent me invite link/email, but have yet to get an answer back and the dates...

So I was invited for the E2 interview, but the only issue is I am working on all 4 days (because of course). How flexible are they on those dates and do yall have a contact info, because I emailed back the person/email that sent me invite link/email, but have yet to get an answer back and the dates...

Hello all, I applied to encore at the beginning of the month and just checked up on my application today. It is saying “Under Review”. Wanted to see if there is any insight on the timeline of application to interview in the recent weeks. Cheers Only a few days if you’re competitive as they want to ...