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  • I had a great experience with a senior captain at SkyWest. It was a long interview at about 3:30 hours, he was very personable and made me feel comfortable. We spent about 20 min on HR questions and then went straight into CRM scenario for a diversion. This was probably the most challenging as there is no wrong or right answer and I had to come up with finding the risks on the spot and...

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    Apr 29, 2026
    I was a cadet during my interview, and it lasted a little under 2 hours. First part, we went through the logbooks and times, and I had to explain all my failures. After that he asked me questions.  Next were scenario questions, he said I just took off gear, was up, and the PM pushed the autopilot, and it did not engage. I am the captain. What do you do? I followed what everyone said here, do the 2in 2 out talk about aviate, navigate, and communicate. Next scenario was what to do if I...

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    Apr 10, 2026
    Overall it was pretty straight forward. started off asking me to talk about myself followed by "why SkyWest". After that we went over how the interview would go. We started with a review of my logbook. Basically just asked for my hours related to all of the ATP requirements and my 30, 60, 90, and 1 year hours. Then we went into the technical. Talked about jet engines and then high alt aerodynamics. Basically everything thats in the study guide. Then we went over symbols on a jepp taxi chart...

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    Mar 18, 2026
    Overall, it was a very positive experience. The interviewers were professional, welcoming, and made me feel comfortable right from the start. The process was well-organized and ran on time. Questions were fair and focused on both technical knowledge and real-world decision-making. They also gave me the opportunity to explain my thought process, which I appreciated. Communication throughout the process was clear, and they were helpful in answering my questions about the role and expectations....

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    Mar 13, 2026
    Had a very solid order the interviewer followed. First intros of interviewer and myself. Then went through logbook totals and i updated her that i had finished atp ctp and had medical renewal scheduled for the following week. Then crm section Next was technical section. Started with wx- read a metar and asked if I needed an alternate based on a TAF. Rwy/taxiway signs/symbols- ils critical area, Rwy aprch area, enhanced taxiway centerline, Rwy hold short, blast pad vs displaced threshold....

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    Feb 27, 2026
    The worst part is the anticipation of the call/email after the interview is complete. Despite that, I kept thinking to myself how grateful and appreciative I felt afterwards just for having this awesome experience - yes, it was virtual, but it was still an amazing experience. The interview began with introductions and legal questions. My interviewer was a 3-year ERJ FO and exceptional at keeping the environment low-key and relaxed. It's funny because I realized how much I truly wanted to...

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    Feb 27, 2026
    The interview started with questions about my hours, but I made sure to have those handy so that went by quickly. Then we jumped into why SkyWest, and asked me what I did to prepare for the interview. Everything that was asked was things I saw on this site, and I had made sure to study all of it. I think the big thing they are looking for is that you have a personality, and you know how to think things through with safety in mind, as well as representing the company well. Know how to read an...

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    Feb 24, 2026
    The interview was largely what was expected. If you are a cadet do the interview preparation course online and take detailed notes. I used this and others to make sure I had all the material covered. Then I wrote extensive notes for all of the questions. And then I practiced delivering the answers with someone else who was also preparing. Things I can remember about the interview. We started off going through my hours. Have these all worked out and written down. You should know ahead of time...

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    Feb 24, 2026
    I was sick the day of my interview. I wish there was a way to reschedule. My interviewer went quickly through the interview. He asked some HR questions  HR went really well, I thought. Then the technical, it was rapid fire style. I kept up well through most of it. I was asked about the systems of planes I had flown for a previous job, and it had been 6 months since I've flown or thought about those airplanes. He asked other questions, (view the study guide of this website).  We...

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    Feb 10, 2026
    My interviewer was a ERJ FO. He was friendly and had a sense of humor but very professional. We started off with introductions and checking dates and addresses on documents. Make sure they are handy and current/correct. Then we went into a scenario: a routine flight where I was the captain and PF. This was an opportunity to brief Jeppesen departure and approach charts and airport diagrams. We also went over airport signage and TAFs/METARs. Then we went into technical questions about...

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    Jan 16, 2026
    Study all the questions on AviationInterviews and you will be well prepared. Remember that it's scenario-based, so having the wrote memorization down will free you up to think critically about the rest of the question. It has a similar feel to a check ride in a way. Do some mock interviews with another instructor or hopefully a mentor who's already a pilot in the 121...

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    Tyler H Jun 17, 2025

    Hired at SkyWest Airlines Pilot Pathway Program
    The interview gouges were huge! they help me dial-in where I should be prepared! Thank you very much!

    Ben C

    Hired at SkyWest Airlines Pilot Pathway Program