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  • I was in the morning group. Due to the construction near the hotel it was suggested to plan for 20 minutes ride to HQ/Training Center. I left along with 2 other candidates on the 6:30am shuttle. Arrive around 7 am. Checked in with the security window and received the name tag. We all gathered in the holding area made introductions as others arrived and had coffee and snacks. As others have noted they gathered logbooks on arrival. MAKE SURE you have your ATP, Medical, Radio Telephone Operators Permit with you. There were a couple of guys that had to come out of the interview to go across the hall to the closet where our bags were stowed to retrieve these items. Several...

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    Jan 08, 2026
    Was part of the first group with a start time of 8 am. We started out with a presentation about Southwest, where they told us some of the history of the company and went over pay compared to industry standards and where the company is headed. From here went into the interview split into the 3 sections. Then SBQ scenario.  2nd part was the HR panel. The interviewers were very nice. Had a lady from HR and a 10 year FO doing the panel. Started out with TMAY. After that it was TMAAT...

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    Jan 08, 2026
    Great experience applying with Southwest! There was a group of 20 of us, 17 guys and 3 gals. A few from Skywest, Republic, and the majority from 135 and part 91 operations. The tour was beautiful with awesome facilities, and everyone seemed genuinely happy to have us there. Logbook review was straightforward. They ask to see your certs, medical and FCC radio operators license. Then have you read down the Logbook Interview form that you bring. Panel interview was really nice, it's with a...

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    Jan 08, 2026
    Overall fantastic experience. I was in the early group so we had the briefing first, which was a lot of great information and our group had a good amount of additional questions that were all answered. I then had the HR panel, which was very laid back and straightforward. Then the logbook review which there was a few clarifications I had to make on my end, but other than that the easiest part of the interview. I then had the scenario portion which was as I expected. A little faster pace than...

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    Jan 06, 2026
    Everything was as everyone else described on here. 3 part interview. Starts with a tour. Logbook review - super relaxed. Asked basic logbook questions. Sbq - as others have said. Very accurate info. I got den to lax one engine stuck at 80% N1 at cruise. Panel - 1 pilot 1 hr rep. Hammered tmaat type questions. Asked me to tell them about my entire...

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    Jan 06, 2026
    Waiting to hear back for the yes or no. Absolutely amazing experience. Still grinning ear to ear! Started my interview with the â??people department (HR).â? Was asked to give a 1-2 minute overview of who I am and my career (I talked fast, hit the highlights). Why Southwest. What would you bring to the culture and company here. TMAAT you had a conflict. TMAAT you had a difficult or scary flight. TMAAT you provided excellent customer service. Explain a gap between jobs. Overall it was very...

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    Jan 06, 2026
    Interview experience was phenomenal. Everyone was so kind and welcoming. 3 sections as posted previously on this website. I was not surprised by any of the questions. HR was typical tell me about you, TMAAT formatted questions. (view the study guide of this website).  Logbook review portion was a easy going conversation. Be certain you read and complete the logbook form correctly. Scenario portion was a cracked windshield from BOI-LAS. The interviewer will be your FO, FAs, dispatch,...

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    Jan 05, 2026
    I was asked a few HR type questions. (view the study guide of this website).  Other than that it was, tell me about yourself.  SBQ was either a Fuel contamination DAL- LAX 30 min into the flight dispatch messages you, or    Windshield. Logbook was just verifying your times and employers are all...

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    Jan 05, 2026
    On par with other reviews. Started the day with an hour brief of SW performance #s and growth plan. I was morning session. SBQ first: BWI-FLL at FL410. Halfway there get possible fuel contamination ACARs. Weather covering GA and SC. Then HR panel: TMAY, What makes SW different from the others, TMAAT you had an emergency, TMAAT you had a conflict, Do you have any regrets about your career, How would you deal with a crew member issue / what changes if it's a pax, What will be your biggest...

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    Jan 05, 2026
    I was B group so had to be there at 1030am took the 930 van from the hotel got there at 940 so plenty early. Checked in at the front desk. We ended up getting a tour of the LEADS building came back and did a 45 min presentation. After that went to the waiting room where they called us for our interview there was about 23 of us mainly SkyWest and part 91/135. I first had my hr panel interview -TMAY -TMAT conflict with a crew member -how would my crew members describe me -what would my crew...

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    Dec 04, 2025
    Everything on here is correct, the material and peopleâ??s previous experience.  We started the interview with a company presentation and future goals, after we went to a waiting room where we were called one by one for three different interviews. HR panel, Log book and SBQ. The atmosphere is very relaxed they really want to get to know you but you donâ??t get any feed back. After everyone is interviewed they take you on a tour through the headquarters and the sim bay.  Amazing...

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    Clayton R Jan 18, 2026

    Hired at Southwest Airlines
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    Hired at Southwest Airlines