Destination 225 - University Pilot Pathway

Company: Jet Linx Aviation
Location: Omaha
Posted on: November 20, 2024

Job Description:

Position Summary:Welcome to Destination 225 -, an exciting new program in partnership with Southwest Airlines that provides motivated and capable candidates with a career pathinto anaviationcareer.The Destination 225 - University pathway is designed for collegiate aviators who attend a Southwestpartner university or complete aSouthwest AirlinesCampus Reach Internship. Our vision is to ease the barriers to becoming a pilot, and guide those who are selected to the University pathway in their next steps: gaining relevant flight experience with a Southwest Airlinespartner, in order to put themselves in position to join the ranks as a Southwest Airlines Pilot. Destination 225 - is designed to be highly accessible, cost-effective, and innovative.Jet Linx is excited to offer talented pilots the opportunity to build flight time as a part of our FAA Part 135 fleet, and to share in our culture and values as they prepare for the next stage in your aviation career.Minimum Qualifications to be Considered:

• Must be accepted into the Destination 225 program via Southwest Airlines acceptance letter
• Must be an actively enrolled in University program affiliated with D225 program
• Must be willing to commit minimum of 2 years to Jet Linx
• Must provide letter of recommendation showing good standing in coursework and flight training
• Must provide current resume displaying current flight times, ratings and other applicable experience
• Must successfully pass TSA background screenings, criminal history records check and FAA/DOT drug testingKnowledge, Skill & Abilities:
  • Demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English
  • Be able to pass the prescreening requirements needed for employment at Southwest Airlines
  • Be able to relocateEducation & Work Experience:
    • Achieved a degree/certification from University program
    • Commercial, Instrument and Multi-Engine ratings required
    • R-ATP requirements requiredPhysical Requirements:
      • Possess a USA DOT/FAA First Class Medical Certificate
      • Have or be able to obtain a valid passport with the ability to travel in and out of the US
      • Possess a valid driver's license
      • Be authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis without the need for company sponsorship of an employment-based visa now or in the future
      • Be at least 21 years of age at the time of application
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