Comair sim experiences?

gredenko · March 6th, 2007, 20:57

I understand this is mainly a place for people to voice their interview experiences, but I'm a CFI and I have a gentleman coming in later this week who wants sim time in preparation for an upcoming interview at Comair.

We have a Frasca 141.

Does anyone know what IAPs they usually ask for? He seemed to think some ones in SoCal. Any special things they're looking for?

Thanks all!

desertdog71 · March 6th, 2007, 21:21

Quote:

Originally Posted by gredenko

I understand this is mainly a place for people to voice their interview experiences, but I'm a CFI and I have a gentleman coming in later this week who wants sim time in preparation for an upcoming interview at Comair.

We have a Frasca 141.

Does anyone know what IAPs they usually ask for? He seemed to think some ones in SoCal. Any special things they're looking for?

Thanks all!

I was under the impression that you do a Tech/HR interview and a cognitive test but no Sim.

triple7 · March 6th, 2007, 21:38

yeah, no sim at comair....just the cog test. they ask you alot of questions though about LGA and ORD plates in the tech portion.

gredenko · March 6th, 2007, 21:42

Thanks guys. Anything specific about the LGA or ORD plates you know of? DPs? STARs? Everyday IAPs?

There must be come catch...I can't imagine an airline interview process *without* a sim ride. Maybe it's the second stage? In that case, would anyone know what they're looking for?

See some of you in Chicago, maybe Vegas!

sigpilot · March 6th, 2007, 22:09

Quote:

Originally Posted by gredenko

There must be come catch...I can't imagine an airline interview process *without* a sim ride. Maybe it's the second stage?

XJT doesnt do a sim ride either...

triple7 · March 6th, 2007, 22:43

I had to brief the ILS 4 into LGA...my buddy briefed the expressway visual into LGA. they seem to like that one. Also, the DP and stars for all the big airports they service.

When working with this guy make sure he reads all the notes, knows how to brief an approach proffesionally, and hold speeds and leg lengths. basic ifr knowledge.
Hope that helps.

BTW, there is no catch....really. I guess you might say that cog test is the catch. Its like juggling swords, standing on one leg on a basketball. Good luck

H46Bubba · March 7th, 2007, 11:23

No sim ride here at CMR.

Jason · March 7th, 2007, 13:23

Quote:

Originally Posted by gredenko

Thanks guys. Anything specific about the LGA or ORD plates you know of? DPs? STARs? Everyday IAPs?

There must be come catch...I can't imagine an airline interview process *without* a sim ride. Maybe it's the second stage? In that case, would anyone know what they're looking for?

See some of you in Chicago, maybe Vegas!

Actually it's opposite - very few places do a sim ride....I've interviewed at a number of airlines and never done a sim ride.

Jason

CRJDriver · March 7th, 2007, 20:20

I just did the interview with Comair yesterday. Pretty straight forward. I had to brief the ILS 31L into JFK and a few others into JFK. The Cog. Test was pretty easy.

dakovich · March 8th, 2007, 14:13

no sim at CMR. if you get hired they do a quick 3-day sim evaluation thing starting around week 1 1/2. they call it "launch" and you get to jump into the sim and get some basic training on the CRJ and what not.

In2ition · March 14th, 2007, 14:23

Simulator Evaluation

Some airlines include a simulator evaluation. The goal here is to see how well you can adapt your skills to something new. An ILS is still an ILS no matter what aircraft you are flying. They are looking at how you brief the approach, how you deal with mistakes, corrections, and if you can apply the “IFR Basics” to a different aircraft. Some airlines conduct the sim rides in planes they don’t even fly. It’s an exercise in CRM and the basics. When preparing for a simulator evaluation focus on some key areas.

- Simulator briefing - learn to listen to instructions closely and carefully. Be sure not to miss important numbers, power settings, resources, or objectives. Be sure to note the profile used for the maneuver or approach. If unsure, ask how something should be set or used, the sim instructor will let you know if they can be used as an additional crew member or how to set radios and navaids.
- Flying the FTD - Be sure to prepare yourself to fly a simulator or FTD. The handling qualities of these devices are generally different than that you are used to. Learn to interpret raw data, use the trim, and make smooth corrections. While focusing on flying, don’t forget some basic things like holding speeds and other IFR rules.
- CRM - Don’t forget that one of the main things you will develop while in ground school at an airline is CRM. Be sure to demonstrate good use of others if available during your simulator session. If the sim instructor says he will act as your Captain or First Officer be sure to take advantage of that resource. Manage the cockpit and use standard callouts or as instructed during the brief.
- Sound judgment - When conducting an approach or landing the aircraft, be mindful of the touchdown zone, as well as runway centerline, and remaining stabilized on the approach course. A missed approach looks better than a crash or fouled up approach.
- Quality - Hold yourself to a high standard. Practice approaches before your sim ride if possible and stay instrument proficient.

March 6th, 2007, 20:57	#1
gredenko Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 102	Comair sim experiences? I understand this is mainly a place for people to voice their interview experiences, but I'm a CFI and I have a gentleman coming in later this week who wants sim time in preparation for an upcoming interview at Comair. We have a Frasca 141. Does anyone know what IAPs they usually ask for? He seemed to think some ones in SoCal. Any special things they're looking for? Thanks all! __________________ "The opinion of the intelligent is better than the certainty of the ignorant" ~ Egyptian Proverb

March 6th, 2007, 21:38	#3
triple7 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Arlington, VA(EWR on the weekends) Posts: 899	Re: Comair sim experiences? yeah, no sim at comair....just the cog test. they ask you alot of questions though about LGA and ORD plates in the tech portion. __________________ CFI, CFII, MEI- KJYO Commercial MEL/SEL, Instrument airplane EMB-145 SIC

March 6th, 2007, 21:42	#4
gredenko Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 102	Re: Comair sim experiences? Thanks guys. Anything specific about the LGA or ORD plates you know of? DPs? STARs? Everyday IAPs? There must be come catch...I can't imagine an airline interview process without a sim ride. Maybe it's the second stage? In that case, would anyone know what they're looking for? See some of you in Chicago, maybe Vegas! __________________ "The opinion of the intelligent is better than the certainty of the ignorant" ~ Egyptian Proverb

March 6th, 2007, 22:43	#6
triple7 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Arlington, VA(EWR on the weekends) Posts: 899	Re: Comair sim experiences? I had to brief the ILS 4 into LGA...my buddy briefed the expressway visual into LGA. they seem to like that one. Also, the DP and stars for all the big airports they service. When working with this guy make sure he reads all the notes, knows how to brief an approach proffesionally, and hold speeds and leg lengths. basic ifr knowledge. Hope that helps. BTW, there is no catch....really. I guess you might say that cog test is the catch. Its like juggling swords, standing on one leg on a basketball. Good luck __________________ CFI, CFII, MEI- KJYO Commercial MEL/SEL, Instrument airplane EMB-145 SIC

March 7th, 2007, 11:23	#7
H46Bubba Old Skool Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: CVG Posts: 4,336	Re: Comair sim experiences? No sim ride here at CMR.

March 7th, 2007, 20:20	#9
CRJDriver Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: CVG Posts: 1,063	Re: Comair sim experiences? I just did the interview with Comair yesterday. Pretty straight forward. I had to brief the ILS 31L into JFK and a few others into JFK. The Cog. Test was pretty easy. __________________ Formerly UND_Flyer

March 8th, 2007, 14:13	#10
dakovich Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 1,032	Re: Comair sim experiences? no sim at CMR. if you get hired they do a quick 3-day sim evaluation thing starting around week 1 1/2. they call it "launch" and you get to jump into the sim and get some basic training on the CRJ and what not.

March 14th, 2007, 14:23	#11
In2ition Banned Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Flipside Posts: 13	Re: Comair sim experiences? Simulator Evaluation Some airlines include a simulator evaluation. The goal here is to see how well you can adapt your skills to something new. An ILS is still an ILS no matter what aircraft you are flying. They are looking at how you brief the approach, how you deal with mistakes, corrections, and if you can apply the “IFR Basics” to a different aircraft. Some airlines conduct the sim rides in planes they don’t even fly. It’s an exercise in CRM and the basics. When preparing for a simulator evaluation focus on some key areas. Simulator briefing - learn to listen to instructions closely and carefully. Be sure not to miss important numbers, power settings, resources, or objectives. Be sure to note the profile used for the maneuver or approach. If unsure, ask how something should be set or used, the sim instructor will let you know if they can be used as an additional crew member or how to set radios and navaids. Flying the FTD - Be sure to prepare yourself to fly a simulator or FTD. The handling qualities of these devices are generally different than that you are used to. Learn to interpret raw data, use the trim, and make smooth corrections. While focusing on flying, don’t forget some basic things like holding speeds and other IFR rules. CRM - Don’t forget that one of the main things you will develop while in ground school at an airline is CRM. Be sure to demonstrate good use of others if available during your simulator session. If the sim instructor says he will act as your Captain or First Officer be sure to take advantage of that resource. Manage the cockpit and use standard callouts or as instructed during the brief. Sound judgment - When conducting an approach or landing the aircraft, be mindful of the touchdown zone, as well as runway centerline, and remaining stabilized on the approach course. A missed approach looks better than a crash or fouled up approach. Quality - Hold yourself to a high standard. Practice approaches before your sim ride if possible and stay instrument proficient.

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