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Forum discussion reveals Spirit's bankruptcy exit plan includes massive fleet reduction to 76 aircraft by mid-August, $410M additional cash burn, and 9-21 month timeline to…
Read More »Spirit Airlines recalling furloughed pilots as part of Project Soar bankruptcy exit plan. Expected to exit bankruptcy July 2026 with 76 aircraft fleet (down from 214). What This…
Read More »United Aviate partnership with Thrust-Phoenix offers secure pathway to United Airlines. Students complete interview at Denver FTC, receive CJO as First Officer, then build hours…
Read More »Forum discussion reveals pilot concern that FedEx has not announced hiring plans despite being 'already short' on staffing. One pilot notes it's 'unnerving' that no hiring…
Read More »PSA Airlines celebrated the grand opening of its Charlotte headquarters and launched a partnership with Central Piedmont to strengthen the aviation workforce pipeline. This…
Read More »United Aviate has added Thrust Flight (Phoenix) as a participating school, offering students who earn Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating the ability to interview…
Read More »Forum discussion reveals FedEx pilots are questioning why the airline hasn't announced hiring plans or even indicated intent to hire in 2026, despite being short-staffed. One…
Read More »SkyWest Airlines has posted active recruitment for aviation professionals with applications ending April 10, 2026. The regional carrier is actively seeking to expand its workforce…
Read More »United Aviate, United Airlines' industry-leading pilot career development program, provides students and certified flight instructors (CFIs) a secure pathway to airline careers.…
Read More »Despite recalling pilots, Spirit Airlines is furloughing 1,800 flight attendants from their typical 5,200 flight attendant workforce. This mixed signal suggests pilot demand…
Read More »United Airlines' wholly-owned flight school United Aviate Academy celebrated its latest cohort of 14 graduates in March 2026. These are airline-ready graduates destined for…
Read More »Spirit Airlines is recalling many of the pilots it placed on furlough as attrition in the cockpit has struck the carrier with many of its pilots leaving for other opportunities.…
Read More »Airline Pilot Central forum discussion suggests while furloughs are highly unlikely in 2026, hiring pauses are more probable. Pilots note it's easier for airlines to manage…
Read More »United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby faces criticism after merit-based hiring comments conflict with past diversity commitments in pilot hiring. The controversy has spread across…
Read More »Spirit Airlines has recalled 500 furloughed pilots as part of its plan to exit bankruptcy by early summer 2026. The recall comes after high pilot attrition strained operations,…
Read More »User @PilotWannabe23 mentioned Delta is scheduling interviews for late March 2026, with focus on candidates with over 2000 hours total time. Unverified but worth tracking. What…
Read More »F5Bot picked up Reddit chatter about Southwest interview on-site emails being distributed. This suggests active interviewing is underway for pilot positions. What This Means for…
Read More »SkyWest Airlines has posted active recruitment for aviation professionals with applications ending April 10, 2026. The regional carrier is actively seeking to expand its workforce…
Read More »Active discussion in r/AirlinePilots about opinions on diversity, equity, and inclusion in safety and hiring practices. Pilots engaging in debate about current hiring standards…
Read More »Flight training company Thrust Flight opened new Fort Worth campus and projects meeting airline hiring minimums in roughly 18 months. Company specifically mentions partnerships…
Read More »Southwest careers page highlights comprehensive benefits including 401k match up to 18% and 2% in 2026, excellent medical coverage at industry-leading rates, and disability…
Read More »Recent interview feedback suggests Delta is emphasizing Crew Resource Management scenarios and technical questions in pilot interviews. Candidates should prepare extensively for…
Read More »Industry hiring forecast projects significant pilot hiring across major airlines for 2026, driven by improved rates and increased pilot pay packages. This represents a strong…
Read More »American Airlines pilot applications undergo a more extensive process than ground crew roles, typically taking 3-6 weeks depending on position type and applicant volume. The…
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