United Airlines Study Guide Questions
These study guide questions were submitted by real pilots who actually interviewed with United Airlines
- When would you need a takeoff alternate?
When VISIBILITY at departure time is less than landing minimums for the airport, but greater than takeoff minimums.
Weather below landing minimums at departure airport. - What are the requirements for a takeoff alternate?
Must be within 1 hr, calm winds, single engine - What is tower's NORDO light gun signal to be cleared to land?
Steady green - Tell us about a time when you had a problem with a subordinate.
I had a first officer that lie about a missing static wick which I found later in the day laying in the cockpit floor. He broke it by mistake and hide it in his pocket. Surprise !
I had a First Officer that procrastinated in his preflight inspections. I communicated that maintenance needed time to repair the aircraft if any deficiencies were found. - Tell us about a time when you didn't hit it off with someone that you have flow with.
Arrogant Captain that didn't want to follow checklist and disregard first officer Concerns. - What would you consider to be the high point of your career so far?
First time transition into the left seat. Great responsibility with higher returns. - What other airlines have you applied to?
None - Have you heard from anyone else?
United wants to hear they are the number one airline you want to work for - never was asked this in my interview - What would you do if another company called in six months?
Say thank you for their consideration. - How did you prepare for this interview?
Personal prep and advice from friends. NO formal schooled prep course since United wants to see the real you, not a book answer.
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