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  1. 1.  (Jun 25, 2024) I had four teams interviews. First with HR it was very relaxed was asked why TradeWind and to talk about my flight experience. Second with VP of ops, we went into more details about the job and how I could fit in. Third was with another HR, this was very straight forward, only asked questions I had already answered on an assessment they had emailed me. And went over a company PowerPoint. Fourth was with the chief pilot, she was very nice. Asked me to tell her something interesting... Continue reading this interview experience..

  2. 2.  (May 29, 2024) I had a great experience through the hiring processes. The technical interview is a typical IFR oral like many interviews. Study as you would for a CFII ride though implement more 135 regulations than 91. Three Craft clearance’s breifing plates (don’t skim a single note on plan view) as you will be told you are coming in on a certain victor airway. Understand your 6 pack in depth errors etc especially if you come from the world of glass. The Sim is not difficult though you will... Continue reading this interview experience..

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Study Guide Questions for Your TradeWind Aviation Interview:

  1. 1. (Nov 15, 2024) Tell me about the pitot static system?
  2. 2. (May 30, 2024) Do you have a passport?, If yes, how many?
  3. 3. (Jun 12, 2024) Do you want to go to the airlines?
    • Lofty goals. Every aviator has or will consider those good opportunities in life but at this point i value my regional experience where the places and the people I know. I haven’t though about moving away from home.
  4. 4. (Nov 15, 2024) What is the maximum airspeed under class Bravo?
    • 200 knots
  5. 5. Tell me your story about how you get into aviation.
  6. 6. How can you tell if the glide slope is working or not?
    • Reach the FAF and the GS is centered at proper altitude
  7. 7. (Jun 12, 2024) Do you know how to convert FPM for a specific climb gradient?
    • Groundspeed/60xFPNM=FPM
  8. 8. (Nov 15, 2024) Tell us about your career up to this point.
  9. 9. (Nov 15, 2024) What would you do if your captain showed up smelling of alcohol?
    • I would insist that he/she calls in sick immediately. I would remove myself from the situation immediately and under no circumstances, attempt to make a flight with him/her. I would further urge him/her to attain professional help for substance abuse.
  10. 10. When can you go lower than minimums on approach, if approach lights are in sight?
    • You can descent from the DA to 100' above the TDZE if the approach lights are in sight.
    • Three things must match, one-must have the visibility, two-must be able to make a normal descent to land, and three-must have the runway environment in sight.
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  1. (Apr 17, 2024)  The simulator eval was not too bad but again maintain situational awareness and be able to fly safely and effectively saying under control at...Continue reading simulator / scenario information..

  2. (Apr 03, 2024)  The SIM is just like any other desktop sim. Its a mooney - what they are looking for is you to remember the gear and can handle and airplane going fast while making...Continue reading simulator / scenario information..

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