@@6_sevenrich194 I didn’t get to fly out for an in person training because of covid but the online orientation was very informative and I learned lots of thing and gained access to resources to help me through my training
I just applied to the Skywest CADET program @ 53 years old. I think this is a perfect time. I want a new challenge I'm financially stable and it would not create a hardship for me or my family.
Actually you don’t have to have your license to join it, as long as you already in a flight school, am currently in ATP flight school,and on my second week, I applied for it, and just got email today, said i was accepted. And I don’t even have my PPL yet.
@@MichaelHsu95 I was referring to the so-called "stipends" or "tuition reimbursement" offers that are advertised. There are quite a few that advertise it. Also, I wasn't being critical. I thought you brought up an interesting point.
@@danbuffington75 got it!! I’m not too sure about the tuition reimbursement since I didn’t use it, but all I know is that nothing is free. If the airline will give you money they will get it back somehow, sometimes in the form of making you sign a contract saying you have to work for them for x amount of years. How far along are you in your training?
You probably answered this. Do I gotta be a CFI to apply? I’m commercial Single & Multi engine with IFR rating! Not sure if I want to go the CFI route!
@@nimbapilot6925 pilots earn seniority rank based on how long they have been flying as pilots. The more you fly, the faster you get promoted to captain rank. The company seniority at SkyWest, you as a trainee, gives you a power over other people who signed up after you, to pick your desired schedules etc. The seniority he briefly talked about in the video was the company seniority, not the pilot seniority. In other words, less stressful during training, first come first serve type of deal you get.
How does it work during flight school. I’m going to go to UVU flight school to get my R-ATP certificate. So as soon as I get past 250 I can join it and do it during flight school right?!
Hey , I’m about to start the American AirlinesCadet Academy . After my year of flight training can i join this program ? Or will i have to build my hours as a CFI as a cadet at the school ?
Hi, thanks for watching and leaving a comment. Yes you can join the program when you are done with American Airlines cadet academy. Be sure to subscribe, would really appreciate it 🙌
So what really is this program? Helps you get the job with the company? Also, why does the seniority matter when one is already a CFI at a different school ? What benefit would I get?
@@MichaelHsu95 I just watched a video from their YT channel and I think I understand now. So, the seniority would help me to schedule for sim for training to fly with them earlier than the rest once I get hired by them? I thought they meant SIM for training in between getting the 1500 hours.
@@GOMD77 the seniority will help you get the base you want sooner as well as choose a good sim time during training. The sim is the one used for airlines when you get hired on. Hope this was helpful, be sure to subscribe!
I planned on going to ATP flight school in August. I only have high school diploma and am 20 years old. i am now realizing you have to be 23 years old to work for major airline so i don't know what to do now.
No it’s not. This is not a training program, they will not teach you how to fly. This program is for when you have all the requirements to join the airlines
Hi, thank you for watching my video and leaving a comment. The orientation was sadly online. I heard they use to fly people out to check out their location. Yes It was over a zoom call and they mostly talked about their history and why Skywest is a good airline to work for. At the end they opened it up for any questions. Have you applied for the program yet?
Thanks for watching my video and leaving a comment. The orientation was on video call with 30+ other people. They were welcoming us and talking about the history of skywest. They won’t ask you any questions, it was very chill. Hope this was helpful, be sure to subscribe, and feel free to reach out on instagram if you have any more questions!
@@HealthyLifestyled788 it’s on their website. You can search on google skywest pilot Pathway program. Feel free to reach out if you have more questions. Be sure to subscribe, would really appreciate it
Update..One year you have to pay for your training once you hit certain amount of hours then you’ll get some attention.. will report next year .. good day 😊
Have you joined this program yet?!
I just got accepted into the SkyWest Pilot Pathway Program today!!! with only 20 flight hours (the instrument rating is suggested but not required)
I applied for it with 0 hour, will update soon!
@@zanewoodson7792 how was the orientation like?!
@@6_sevenrich194 I didn’t get to fly out for an in person training because of covid but the online orientation was very informative and I learned lots of thing and gained access to resources to help me through my training
Hi everyone, I'm interested but I'm not in a flight school and I want to apply is this going to be a problem for me?
I just applied to the Skywest CADET program @ 53 years old. I think this is a perfect time. I want a new challenge I'm financially stable and it would not create a hardship for me or my family.
Nice!!! You won’t regret it!
You get in?
Way to go! Did you get in?
Great info! I’m leaning towards this route when I get into an academy👍🏿
I teach an aviation-based leadership program at a high school. We have our first seniors in the program wanting to become pilots. Thanks for the info!
Actually you don’t have to have your license to join it, as long as you already in a flight school, am currently in ATP flight school,and on my second week, I applied for it, and just got email today, said i was accepted. And I don’t even have my PPL yet.
holy moly, thats awesome news. get your seniority started as soon as possible!
Do you have to be enrolled in a school?
How far are you into training Do you recomend atp?
"Because it's free!" Does any pathway program charge to join? Some of them actually pay the members while they instruct.
Which cadet program pays to instruct? 🤔
@@MichaelHsu95 I was referring to the so-called "stipends" or "tuition reimbursement" offers that are advertised. There are quite a few that advertise it. Also, I wasn't being critical. I thought you brought up an interesting point.
@@danbuffington75 got it!! I’m not too sure about the tuition reimbursement since I didn’t use it, but all I know is that nothing is free. If the airline will give you money they will get it back somehow, sometimes in the form of making you sign a contract saying you have to work for them for x amount of years. How far along are you in your training?
What happened to the Piedmont Cadet program. Did you drop out or just wanted to change programs?
Love your enthusiasm! Keep up the good work, see you on the line
Thank you!!! Add me on instagram, would love to connect!
You probably answered this. Do I gotta be a CFI to apply? I’m commercial Single & Multi engine with IFR rating! Not sure if I want to go the CFI route!
One thing to know, that seniority you talked about is for the company seniority, not the pilot seniority. A big difference.
Yes that’s true, should have mentioned that. Thank you for clarifying
Hey... What's the difference? Can you please elaborate on that? Thanks
@@nimbapilot6925 pilots earn seniority rank based on how long they have been flying as pilots. The more you fly, the faster you get promoted to captain rank. The company seniority at SkyWest, you as a trainee, gives you a power over other people who signed up after you, to pick your desired schedules etc. The seniority he briefly talked about in the video was the company seniority, not the pilot seniority. In other words, less stressful during training, first come first serve type of deal you get.
Thanks 😊
So they will ask you a question at the same time they give you an advice what to say about the questions? I am confused
Curious, what do you mean when you say, joining is free?
Some cadet programs require you to pay, or has a contract while this one does not
@@MichaelHsu95 so this is one of those programs where they pay for your training?
@@F22raptor46 haha no it’s not
@@MichaelHsu95 oh ok, so I'm guessing basically no entry fee?
How does it work during flight school. I’m going to go to UVU flight school to get my R-ATP certificate. So as soon as I get past 250 I can join it and do it during flight school right?!
Hi Michael why did you switch over from the American Airlines cadet program to Skywest ?
No I didnt switch. Technically I am in both
Hey , I’m about to start the American AirlinesCadet Academy . After my year of flight training can i join this program ? Or will i have to build my hours as a CFI as a cadet at the school ?
Hi, thanks for watching and leaving a comment. Yes you can join the program when you are done with American Airlines cadet academy. Be sure to subscribe, would really appreciate it 🙌
Hey man, I was in your skywest interview prep class. When’s your start date?
Hey hey!! I’m glad we both made it!! My start date is Jan 6th for CTP. Shoot me a message on instagram, would love to connect!
So what really is this program? Helps you get the job with the company? Also, why does the seniority matter when one is already a CFI at a different school ? What benefit would I get?
The seniority helps you if you decide to work for skywest. They give interview prep before your interview as well
@@MichaelHsu95 I just watched a video from their YT channel and I think I understand now. So, the seniority would help me to schedule for sim for training to fly with them earlier than the rest once I get hired by them? I thought they meant SIM for training in between getting the 1500 hours.
@@GOMD77 the seniority will help you get the base you want sooner as well as choose a good sim time during training. The sim is the one used for airlines when you get hired on. Hope this was helpful, be sure to subscribe!
@@MichaelHsu95 Gotcha! Thank you so much for the info. I'll definitely subscribe.
@@GOMD77do you have your private pilot license? I would already suggest to join the skywest pathway program
Good stuff... where can I sign up!
I planned on going to ATP flight school in August. I only have high school diploma and am 20 years old. i am now realizing you have to be 23 years old to work for major airline so i don't know what to do now.
You can be a regional first officer at 21. ATP is still a good choice. You will need a year and a half to get 1500 hours anyway
Now I have a Mortgage and other bills to pay. Would this program involve pay or is it for someone that doesn't have as many financial commitments?
Hey, thanks for watching and leaving a comment. This program is free for anyone to join. It helps you build seniority if you want to work at skywest
@@MichaelHsu95 Good job putting the video together. Sounds interesting.
@@AirdaleKGavin thank you!! Be sure to subscribe!
Is this a good program from starting with absolutely no experience?
No it’s not. This is not a training program, they will not teach you how to fly. This program is for when you have all the requirements to join the airlines
How was the orientation? What did they talk about? Was it over a zoom call?
Hi, thank you for watching my video and leaving a comment. The orientation was sadly online. I heard they use to fly people out to check out their location. Yes It was over a zoom call and they mostly talked about their history and why Skywest is a good airline to work for. At the end they opened it up for any questions. Have you applied for the program yet?
@@MichaelHsu95 Yes! I applied last week and my orientation is next week
Do you get flight benefits as a cadet?
Unfortunately you do not
So what are the benefits of the program? Loan reimbursement?
Hello! What was the orientation like? Do you need to prepare for any questions they ask you once accepted?!
Thanks for watching my video and leaving a comment. The orientation was on video call with 30+ other people. They were welcoming us and talking about the history of skywest. They won’t ask you any questions, it was very chill. Hope this was helpful, be sure to subscribe, and feel free to reach out on instagram if you have any more questions!
@@MichaelHsu95 thank you! I just got accepted! Very helpful and love your channel man keep achieving your goals!
@@6_sevenrich194 thank you!! Just got accepted into skywest, so will definitely be posting a video on that
@@MichaelHsu95 congrats man looking forward too the video!
Hello Micheal. I'm actually planning on joining skywest thru spartan college in Tulsa. Any advice, any info on school?
That’s awesome!! I don’t know anything about the school since I didn’t go there. But I’m sure they are good
Do you need 1500 before you can get into the program?
No you don’t, but you need 1500 to work at the airlines
So can I apply for this program if I’m doing my training at a small local flight school or do I need to go to something like ATP or aero guard?
Yes you can apply now even if you are doing your training at a small local flight school. I would highly recommend you to apply now!
@@MichaelHsu95 are they highly selective? My grades were pretty mediocre in highschool but I have a 3.9 at my community college
@@cruz.rylan04 Noo not highly selective. I don’t think they look at high school grades. I’m sure you will be accepted
@@MichaelHsu95 did they even ask for gpa or grades?
@@cruz.rylan04 I don’t remember, but I don’t think so? 🤷♂️
I jumped the gun, again. I applied with zero hours of flight experience, but I am applying for my discovery flights at two different flight schools.
Did you get in?
So is the training completely for free if I get accepted? I have zero flight hours and I was wondering how does it work
No, you will be able to get a loan that pays for your training
Wow,how to apply ?
How can I apply for it ?
@@HealthyLifestyled788 it’s on their website. You can search on google skywest pilot Pathway program. Feel free to reach out if you have more questions. Be sure to subscribe, would really appreciate it
@@MichaelHsu95 Thank you
I'm Korean, so I need to get a visa to apply this program. If sky west could provide H1-B visa for foreigner, I want to try it.
yes try it!!!
H1-B won't work. Youy need at least a green card to work for any aviation companies.
What about a Canadian license
You don’t need a multi engine from what I can see
Nice that you don’t have to pay your dues. But buyer beware…..no substitute for experience! 14,000 hour Corp Pilot.
Who says I don’t need to pay my dues?
So i been picked and i have an appointment coming up for orientation.. any tips/ advises is appropriated
Update..One year you have to pay for your training once you hit certain amount of hours then you’ll get some attention.. will report next year .. good day 😊
@@muhammedq9109so did you get hired yet?
I am Indian student can I join this program?
What kind of visa should I obtain to join this program I’m from South Africa
I will say you contact Southwest airline to know if it's only for us citizens or residents.Ask if it's also open to international students
What if you only have 250hours without the multi?
I believe they changed it where you can still apply
Really wish they accepted apps from foreign pilots
Sadly they don’t sponsor international students. Do you have all your licenses?
The entire thing is free? Your entire flight training is free??? From zero to hero?
It’s not flight training. It’s a way for you to build seniority while you are still in training
They don’t pay good
They pay $100/hr for first officers...
Because the pilots have no experience!