Delta - Been There Done That

DeltaHawk in New Jersey said: RJ: :)

I am hoping to prove you wrong.

I was specifically told 6 months, so I would have 4 left.LOL

Im not sure if I will try again. This was my 5th try for
DLFA in a 17 yr period, I have had enough. I used to fly for Valujet before I worked for DL. I was itching to get back in it this time, and still feel like I am worthy, but after I hear my fate, then I will make a decision to try another direction again....

Good Lord! You of all people deserve to be hired. What is Delta thinking?? Please, please, please apply to a couple of other places. Even if you turn them down.

I know that you've probably posted this before, but if you don't mind my asking..was it you who worked for Delta in the past in another position? What are you doing now?

I have always worked in customer service since I started with DL in the mid-90's.

DeltaHawk in New Jersey said: I have always worked in customer service since I started with DL in the mid-90's.

I've seen several examples of customer service employees who had a hard time getting hired as a f/a. I'm puzzled about that one. When I was with USAir, quite a few customer service people were turned down, and the ones who WERE chosen were quite puzzling. :)

You just hang in there. Your time is coming (it took me 19 years). :)

Hey RJ!! Got your email, thanks!! But,was unable to open the photos, lol! =( Anyways, to answer your question, I'm eligible to re-apply again in 3 months (May 2nd). Do you think DL would still be hiring then?

RJAtlanta in Atlanta, Georgia said: I've seen several examples of customer service employees who had a hard time getting hired as a f/a. I'm puzzled about that one. When I was with USAir, quite a few customer service people were turned down, and the ones who WERE chosen were quite puzzling. :)

You just hang in there. Your time is coming (it took me 19 years). :)

I have heard that it can be very challenging for customer service people to become FA at their current airline.

My roomate knows a gate agent at AT who happened to be working the gate of a flight that I was on.
I described her to him saying how pretty and professional she was and made the comment "I could see her being a FA". He then said, "Oh I know her. She has tried to fly but her supervisor won't give her a recommendation because he doesn't want to lose her". (At AirTran, appearantly their current supervisor has to give them a recommendation in order for them to change positions within the company).

I also remember reading a post of a customer service person at one carrier saying that she interviewed for a FA position at three carriers and was hired by all except her current one.

So much for the phrase "getting your foot in the door"!

DeltaWings ( Miami, Florida) said: Hey RJ!! Got your email, thanks!! But,was unable to open the photos, lol! =( Anyways, to answer your question, I'm eligible to re-apply again in 3 months (May 2nd). Do you think DL would still be hiring then?

I don't see why not - with all of this growth, plus a possible new acquisition, I would think that they'd still be hiring. Did you see Matt's post?

just got back from atlanta...a waste of 110 bucks! what a process and apparently WAY DIFFERENT than last weeks interviews!

Why what happened NYCGIRL? Did you have what happened to me and get sent packing after giving a 30 sec intro?

Hi Shane, hope you had a relaxing day off. Ready for your LAST WEEK before graduation??? =)

nycgirl in ny, New York said: just got back from atlanta...a waste of 110 bucks! what a process and apparently WAY DIFFERENT than last weeks interviews!

OMG!! What happened NYCGIRL? Please tell us...

Yes I am ready to get this week overwith I have alot of tests to get through I just want to get past the evac drills one on Thursday I am terrified on that one but other than that I am ok.

nycgirl in ny, New York said: just got back from atlanta...a waste of 110 bucks! what a process and apparently WAY DIFFERENT than last weeks interviews!

Oh damn! What happened?

Ugggg....bless your heart! What happened?!

deltabird in Kentucky said: ALRIGHT I AM BACK!!! LOL!! Ok, it is freezing here!!! BRRRRRRRR I am so cold!!!

DELTABIRD!! Where are you? Is not the same without you here...

RJ, did you read the latest posts from our group (Facebook)? =(

SEASHELLS...Hello! I can give you the Low Down on commuting. I flew for USAIrways for 17 years, based in Syracuse, NY, Charlotte, NC, San Diego, LAX, Philly and then back to Charlotte. Commuting is NOT fun. If there is not a seat on the plane, YOU don't go, and if you call in "not able to commute" they can fire you, especially if you are on reserve. When you are new, plan on living at your new base for the first year or two. You will be able to fly home on your days OFF. Reserve days off are usually 11 a month but you will have to leave EARLY the day before you go back on call to be sure you get back to your base. Sorry to disappoint but want to give you all the facts. It can get very expensive with commuter pads & hotels. You always have to give yourself a back up flight in case of weather or mechanical cancellations...seats are awarded by seniority also, so if you're new, you will be on the bottom of the list...even behind F/A Sue's mom& dad going home from vacation because they carry Sue's seniority...Yes, they can bump you even if you are going to work, doesn't matter - Sorry...but best of luck!

nycgirl welcome back and sorry things didn't go well.

Shanester in Hickory, North Carolina said: Yes I am ready to get this week overwith I have alot of tests to get through I just want to get past the evac drills one on Thursday I am terrified on that one but other than that I am ok.

It's amazing, just a few weeks ago, you were going through the whole process, and look at you now. You're almost there!! Shane, do you know when your first "real" flight will be?

DeltaWings ( Miami, Florida) said: RJ, did you read the latest posts from our group (Facebook)? =(

Not since 2 hours ago. Let me take a look.

I hope NYCGIRL is ok. Looks like she's not posting. She deserves a good stiff drink after what she's just been through.

I will have my first initial flight IOE either the 13th after graduation or the 14th. I have to work for 5 hours to get my FAA certification.

DeltaWings ( Miami, Florida) said: RJ, did you read the latest posts from our group (Facebook)? =(

I'm not very good at figuring out facebook, but are you talking about the posts on the wall? Where everyone is offering condolences on DeltaBird's grandmother's death?

Yes!! =(

I didn't know, just found out! I called her this afternoon, since I had not seen her in here. Now I know why...

DeltaWings ( Miami, Florida) said: I didn't know, just found out! I called her this afternoon, since I had not seen her in here. Now I know why...

Oh, man. I didn't realize that you two were in contact. Is she ok? Poor Bird!

RJAtlanta in Atlanta, Georgia said: Not since 2 hours ago. Let me take a look.

I hope NYCGIRL is ok. Looks like she's not posting. She deserves a good stiff drink after what she's just been through.

I wonder what happened at the "BIG D" now? I hope NYCGIRL is alright!! I think she's also interviewing with OS tomorrow, right?

RJAtlanta in Atlanta, Georgia said: Oh, man. I didn't realize that you two were in contact. Is she ok? Poor Bird!

Well, I called her for the first time today. She didn't answer though, so I left a message!

I hope that a new interview will lift her spirits. I just get so upset when I hear this over and over. :(
I sent you a message on facebook - there's some bad juju going on over there.

I just don't have the heart to go over to the other forum - there's so much back-biting going on over there, from what I hear. I hope that NYCGIRL will come back to us and let us love on her a little bit until she feels better.

jaxflygirl88 in Jacksonville, Florida said: SEASHELLS...Hello! I can give you the Low Down on commuting. I flew for USAIrways for 17 years, based in Syracuse, NY, Charlotte, NC, San Diego, LAX, Philly and then back to Charlotte. Commuting is NOT fun. If there is not a seat on the plane, YOU don't go, and if you call in "not able to commute" they can fire you, especially if you are on reserve. When you are new, plan on living at your new base for the first year or two. You will be able to fly home on your days OFF. Reserve days off are usually 11 a month but you will have to leave EARLY the day before you go back on call to be sure you get back to your base. Sorry to disappoint but want to give you all the facts. It can get very expensive with commuter pads & hotels. You always have to give yourself a back up flight in case of weather or mechanical cancellations...seats are awarded by seniority also, so if you're new, you will be on the bottom of the list...even behind F/A Sue's mom& dad going home from vacation because they carry Sue's seniority...Yes, they can bump you even if you are going to work, doesn't matter - Sorry...but best of luck!

That's real enlightening, and something to keep in mind. Hopefully the interviews go well next week and I'll just make a permanent move.

Ada in Asheboro, North Carolina said: That's real enlightening, and something to keep in mind. Hopefully the interviews go well next week and I'll just make a permanent move.

Ada - You're sooo lucky to be able to move wherever you want. Some of us are kinda "stuck" where we are. :)

RJAtlanta in Atlanta, Georgia said: Ada - You're sooo lucky to be able to move wherever you want. Some of us are kinda "stuck" where we are. :)

Thanks RJ, luckily my husband's work moves around quite a bit, but I would love to just move back to Virginia, and work out of Dulles. Do you plan on commuting/ crashpad option?

jaxflygirl88 in Jacksonville, Florida said: SEASHELLS...Hello! I can give you the Low Down on commuting. I flew for USAIrways for 17 years, based in Syracuse, NY, Charlotte, NC, San Diego, LAX, Philly and then back to Charlotte. Commuting is NOT fun. If there is not a seat on the plane, YOU don't go, and if you call in "not able to commute" they can fire you, especially if you are on reserve. When you are new, plan on living at your new base for the first year or two. You will be able to fly home on your days OFF. Reserve days off are usually 11 a month but you will have to leave EARLY the day before you go back on call to be sure you get back to your base. Sorry to disappoint but want to give you all the facts. It can get very expensive with commuter pads & hotels. You always have to give yourself a back up flight in case of weather or mechanical cancellations...seats are awarded by seniority also, so if you're new, you will be on the bottom of the list...even behind F/A Sue's mom& dad going home from vacation because they carry Sue's seniority...Yes, they can bump you even if you are going to work, doesn't matter - Sorry...but best of luck!

Thanks for the heads up, give me alot to consider. How exctly does the seniority work, anyone who has worked there longer is always going to be seniority then, right?
I'm in for a rude awakening, yikes...

Ada in Asheboro, North Carolina said: Thanks RJ, luckily my husband's work moves around quite a bit, but I would love to just move back to Virginia, and work out of Dulles. Do you plan on commuting/ crashpad option?

Since Shuttle America has an ATL base, I won't have to commute in the big picture. And if I don't get ATL right away, I'll probably be put in IND, where I have a friend who lives 15 minutes from the airport, so she will be my crash pad for as long as I need. All she wants is help with the utilities, so I won't even have to pay rent. Funny you should mention Virginia - my friend whom I'm going to crash with in IND still owns her home in Virginia (Falls Church), so her husband is still there trying to sell the house, and she's in IND in law school. I would LOVE Virginia - I lived there as a kid - such a great place!

I just saw where AirTran is hosting open houses in ATL, Newport News, and BWI. This is a good opportunity for all of you folks looking for an ATL-based f/a position.

RJAtlanta in Atlanta, Georgia said: Since Shuttle America has an ATL base, I won't have to commute in the big picture. And if I don't get ATL right away, I'll probably be put in IND, where I have a friend who lives 15 minutes from the airport, so she will be my crash pad for as long as I need. All she wants is help with the utilities, so I won't even have to pay rent. Funny you should mention Virginia - my friend whom I'm going to crash with in IND still owns her home in Virginia (Falls Church), so her husband is still there trying to sell the house, and she's in IND in law school. I would LOVE Virginia - I lived there as a kid - such a great place!

You are lucky! Either situation works out well. Small world I was born in Falls Church! The house market up there is just crappy, hopefully they can sell soon.

hey guys!

yea, im back...
i didnt feel like talking much. i never felt deflated!

one session..0730. the 1230 was nixed for some reason. like i said, about 100 ppl were there. sheesh! i thought i rocked the "tell me about yourself" it was simple what they wanted
1 state your name
2 where are you from
3 why do you want to be a delta FA
4 what languages do you speak

in my group was m's thru z's. (last name) the other room had a's thru l's. thats how they seperated us.
we all met back in the big room and about 35 were called into a smaller room. the rest of us were sent packing! i asked about a shuttle back to the airport and was told, "i'm sorry, thats just for delta employees"
it couldnt get any worse.
not even a f2f!!!! NADA!

i should have gone with my gut and backed out before the finacial and emotional expense. talk about cattle herding! wow, i cant find the words...

well, not all is positive in life right? i just didnt think that we would be treated like we were. i mean, double losers by not even getting the chance to speak directly to a FA. should have given us that opp.

nycgirl in ny, New York said: hey guys!

yea, im back...
i didnt feel like talking much. i never felt deflated!

one session..0730. the 1230 was nixed for some reason. like i said, about 100 ppl were there. sheesh! i thought i rocked the "tell me about yourself" it was simple what they wanted
1 state your name
2 where are you from
3 why do you want to be a delta FA
4 what languages do you speak

in my group was m's thru z's. (last name) the other room had a's thru l's. thats how they seperated us.
we all met back in the big room and about 35 were called into a smaller room. the rest of us were sent packing! i asked about a shuttle back to the airport and was told, "i'm sorry, thats just for delta employees"
it couldnt get any worse.
not even a f2f!!!! NADA!

i should have gone with my gut and backed out before the finacial and emotional expense. talk about cattle herding! wow, i cant find the words...

well, not all is positive in life right? i just didnt think that we would be treated like we were. i mean, double losers by not even getting the chance to speak directly to a FA. should have given us that opp.

That bites big time, I am sorry for the emotional and financial drain, unfortunately almost all the interviews with large groups are in that format. Do you have anymore interviews lined up?

nycgirl in ny, New York said: hey guys!

yea, im back...
i didnt feel like talking much. i never felt deflated!

one session..0730. the 1230 was nixed for some reason. like i said, about 100 ppl were there. sheesh! i thought i rocked the "tell me about yourself" it was simple what they wanted
1 state your name
2 where are you from
3 why do you want to be a delta FA
4 what languages do you speak

in my group was m's thru z's. (last name) the other room had a's thru l's. thats how they seperated us.
we all met back in the big room and about 35 were called into a smaller room. the rest of us were sent packing! i asked about a shuttle back to the airport and was told, "i'm sorry, thats just for delta employees"
it couldnt get any worse.
not even a f2f!!!! NADA!

i should have gone with my gut and backed out before the finacial and emotional expense. talk about cattle herding! wow, i cant find the words...

well, not all is positive in life right? i just didnt think that we would be treated like we were. i mean, double losers by not even getting the chance to speak directly to a FA. should have given us that opp.

NYCGIRL I had the same exact thing happen to me so I can totally relate to you and I did feel like I wasted two days and over $100 for nothing so I agree with you there. Go apply with jetBlue they are hiring right now and we have two classes starting next month this is a great airline to work for and I am going to JFK we got our base assignments today and I am happy about that.

nycgirl in ny, New York said: hey guys!

yea, im back...
i didnt feel like talking much. i never felt deflated!

one session..0730. the 1230 was nixed for some reason. like i said, about 100 ppl were there. sheesh! i thought i rocked the "tell me about yourself" it was simple what they wanted
1 state your name
2 where are you from
3 why do you want to be a delta FA
4 what languages do you speak

in my group was m's thru z's. (last name) the other room had a's thru l's. thats how they seperated us.
we all met back in the big room and about 35 were called into a smaller room. the rest of us were sent packing! i asked about a shuttle back to the airport and was told, "i'm sorry, thats just for delta employees"
it couldnt get any worse.
not even a f2f!!!! NADA!

i should have gone with my gut and backed out before the finacial and emotional expense. talk about cattle herding! wow, i cant find the words...

well, not all is positive in life right? i just didnt think that we would be treated like we were. i mean, double losers by not even getting the chance to speak directly to a FA. should have given us that opp.

BABYGIRL - I'm so sorry. I was hoping that it wouldn't happen for you that way. We've been so worried about you. Ada is right - that whole process just bites! Most of my favorite people on this forum have been treated that way (or worse). What are your plans now?

SHANESTER - How are those evac drills going? You only have about a week and a half left, don't you?
Congrats on getting JFK!

I have them down pat in my head it is just not letting my nerves tongue twist me when I go alone on the simulator to do the test but I do have 4 chances to pass. I grad next Wed so just over a week and I can't wait to fly.

Shanester in Hickory, North Carolina said: I have them down pat in my head it is just not letting my nerves tongue twist me when I go alone on the simulator to do the test but I do have 4 chances to pass. I grad next Wed so just over a week and I can't wait to fly.

So exciting! I'm glad you are enjoying the experience!

nycgirl- Hang in there. Don't give up just keep apply with other companies and right company will fall in lap just wait and see! Take care and remember to keep smiling!

nycgirl in ny, New York said: hey guys!

yea, im back...
i didnt feel like talking much. i never felt deflated!

one session..0730. the 1230 was nixed for some reason. like i said, about 100 ppl were there. sheesh! i thought i rocked the "tell me about yourself" it was simple what they wanted
1 state your name
2 where are you from
3 why do you want to be a delta FA
4 what languages do you speak

in my group was m's thru z's. (last name) the other room had a's thru l's. thats how they seperated us.
we all met back in the big room and about 35 were called into a smaller room. the rest of us were sent packing! i asked about a shuttle back to the airport and was told, "i'm sorry, thats just for delta employees"
it couldnt get any worse.
not even a f2f!!!! NADA!

i should have gone with my gut and backed out before the finacial and emotional expense. talk about cattle herding! wow, i cant find the words...

well, not all is positive in life right? i just didnt think that we would be treated like we were. i mean, double losers by not even getting the chance to speak directly to a FA. should have given us that opp.

Keep your head up dear...I really mean that.I wish I could give you a hug. I don't know you but I know you won't give up. -Classic

Shanester in Hickory, North Carolina said: NYCGIRL I had the same exact thing happen to me so I can totally relate to you and I did feel like I wasted two days and over $100 for nothing so I agree with you there. Go apply with jetBlue they are hiring right now and we have two classes starting next month this is a great airline to work for and I am going to JFK we got our base assignments today and I am happy about that.

i sent another application in for JB. maybe its too soon to re apply? havent received a call or emial from then yet... i dont know....... hey! good job there on all youve accomplish so far!!!!

and thanks to all for the kind words! i am real beat after being on the go since sunday! i need a few days rest after this one!!! time to sit back for a day, unpack and veg.

still in the running for delta...
but after OS... MY GOODNESS!!! what a difference in procedure! I LOVED LOVED THEM!

Im still waiting on my rejection letter from the Big D... Im sure its coming :)

HI RJ: I met Nycgirl and Natasha!!!!!
OMG! You have to meet them!
Great fun... and they are both BEAUTIFUL!! GEORGOUS!!
We had a nice time at the interview for OS. Very respectful process and the recruiters are not fake... and truly are a classy group. They spoke honestly about what they needed to hire right now and treated us very well. The recruiters made it a point to ask questions that were easy to answer using previous professional background as well you were able to drawn from personal situations that could reflect the type of person you are. I truly enjoyed the interview... and would have liked more time to spend with the recruitment staff, they were that nice and sweet!!!
However, they were flying back to the UK at 5pm.... they'll return back to NJ on Sunday.

At this point my status is: I'm waiting to hear my status. LOL....waiting! :)
No one was given an offer today...
But, I think Nycgirl will hear good news.. She did very well during her interview!!!!
I haven't talk to Natasha yet...
I'm sure she did well also!!!!
We had a blast! It was a very well spent day.

I cannot stress enough....
Outstanding interview process and I think great things are to come with that company because of how they treated us today! I left feeling good about the experience.
If I don't get an offer....
I will be OK with it...and just reapply.

(Delta should learn from OS. "Treat your applicants with respect as they could be future customers)

malti in HHI, South Carolina said: HI RJ: I met Nycgirl and Natasha!!!!!
OMG! You have to meet them!
Great fun... and they are both BEAUTIFUL!! GEORGOUS!!
We had a nice time at the interview for OS. Very respectful process and the recruiters are not fake... and truly are a classy group. They spoke honestly about what they needed to hire right now and treated us very well. The recruiters made it a point to ask questions that were easy to answer using previous professional background as well you were able to drawn from personal situations that could reflect the type of person you are. I truly enjoyed the interview... and would have liked more time to spend with the recruitment staff, they were that nice and sweet!!!
However, they were flying back to the UK at 5pm.... they'll return back to NJ on Sunday.

At this point my status is: I'm waiting to hear my status. LOL....waiting! :)
No one was given an offer today...
But, I think Nycgirl will hear good news.. She did very well during her interview!!!!
I haven't talk to Natasha yet...
I'm sure she did well also!!!!
We had a blast! It was a very well spent day.

I cannot stress enough....
Outstanding interview process and I think great things are to come with that company because of how they treated us today! I left feeling good about the experience.
If I don't get an offer....
I will be OK with it...and just reapply.

(Delta should learn from OS. "Treat your applicants with respect as they could be future customers)

Well said, Malti. Thanks for the input. :)

ahahahaha!!!

its early but decided to check my email. I receved that NO THANK YOU email at 4am from delta.

wish i could have sent THEM a NO THANKS email after that "lack of interview" process! Thank goodness im able to put that experience to rest!
i must say tho...OS really lifted my spirits in terms of airline interviews and FA attitude. They truly are first class and happy they are the last company i will apply to... i would rather leave with positive in my heart rather than regret and discontent.