Thu, Dec 21, 2006
Accepting Pilot Applications For First Time Since 2001
Delta Air Lines told Aero-News
Wednesday it will officially begin accepting applications for
new-hire pilots in anticipation of exhausting its pilot furlough
list in 2007. Interviews for new Delta first officer positions are
scheduled to begin in January.
"Starting the hiring process again is a significant milestone
for our pilot group," said Steve Dickson, vice president of Flight
Operations and a 757/767 Captain. "It signifies the likely return
of our last furloughed pilot, and provides hope for growth and
career advancement for current pilots."
Delta recently announced that it would need approximately 200
additional pilots during 2007 in order to meet the demands of the
flying schedule due to network restructuring and international
expansion. These pilots will come from a combination of pilots
returning from furlough and new hire pilots.
"Clearly, this announcement, coupled with our
recently announced order for new Boeing 737 and 777 aircraft as
well as the planned acquisition of 13 Boeing 757s, shows that
Delta's plan is working and the future for the Delta pilot group
looks bright," Dickson said.
Pilots interested in submitting an application are encouraged to
view the Careers page, available at the FMI link below.
Delta's call for new pilots marks the first time since 2001 that
the airline has accepted applications from prospective pilots.
During 2006, Delta has offered recall to more than 340 pilots, in
addition to recalls of 900 maintenance professionals and 1,200
flight attendants. The company continues to hire in its Airport
Customer Service and Reservations divisions.
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