Delta - Been There Done That

Wow that really sounds scary.Do you think you could call your phone service providers and have them track down at least which state did the call come from?

heartkin10 in Wisconsin said: Natasa, One more note to you. I have seen you on these forums for a long time now and I want you to be careful meeting anyone off of these forums. If you were my daughter I would go with you. There is safety in numbers!!!!!!! There has already been a pervert posted once here and he hit a few other forums. Also, did you read the new thread with the warning about a phone call. Just becareful please.
Gail

GAIL, thank you for the kind words of advice. I appreciate your concern. And....also, you are sooo sweet. Wanna know the truth? I've got grown children, myself, so I'm flattered that you thought I was a young'un...LOL.
I am super careful with everything I do. Some would say "too careful." Thank you again, and I will continue to be careful. The only person I'm planning on meeting up with, in the near future, is PILOT, and I've known her for a long time, she's a cool lady! And....if you come down here, I'll meet YOU TOO! :-D

DeltaHawk in New Jersey said: Natasha thanks responding, im glad to hear your still being considered. I also never got a response either. I work in Customer Service, and every bit of advice in here is valid and can be fulfilling yet very stressful at times, so many rules and pressure. I am taking a buyout later this fall for many reasons. It was one of the toughest decisions of my life.

Lots of opportunities in the area you are considering, I would be happy to answer any ques. you have.

Thanks, DELTAHAWK! There's a million questions I could ask but it would take up too much space in here, and I'm sure the folks on this forum aren't too much interested in reading through my stuff. Are you on Facebook?

heartkin10 in Wisconsin said: No Natasha, I moved up here to Wisconsin last Thanksgiving. I am living with my son right now, till I get into training and I am still planning on Mem TN I have a son in Nashville. But oh do I miss Jupiter all my friends on myspace keep begging me to go home. I really miss the beach And I used to hang out down in Abacoa in Jupiter.

You NEED to come back down to Florida. You're more needed here!!!! :D

I really do miss Florida. But I had a hard time finding a good job down there. I had my own business for so many years then the ecomomy went south. Even the contractors I stay in touch with are not getting any work. And it is really expensive living in Jupiter. But anyway I will be down to visit all my friends in Daytona and Jupiter. Thanks Natasha. When I do get down there i will get in touch. YOU still be safe I don't care how old you are, LOL you do sound like a young'in for real. Enjoy. Me I am 50 going on 30.
Gail

heartkin10 in Wisconsin said: Good discussion about the crj doors

www.airlinepilotforums.com/regional/28291-crj-door-pressurization-question.html

HEARTKIN - Good discussion, but it still doesn't tell us whether we're going to be pushing a beverage cart, does it? LOL.

I have to cringe at those door stories - my eye STILL hurts from my encounter with the door. :)

I probably haven't told you, but I'm still having to wait on my verdict from ASA because I had to get a special dispensation from my MD on a medication issue. Several of us had the same issue, so I know that I'm not the only one. They've sent out the rejection letters, they've called the "you're in!" people, and then there are those of us waiting for letters and re-fingerprinting (yes, my fingerprints were bad, too). Ho-hum.

LOL it was good about the doors. I am waiting for Shane to get back on the isles and carts issue. Also did you read the thread about the AA FA who tried to JS I think on a CAL flt??? It was good too.

heartkin10 in Wisconsin said: RJ I am looking at interior pic's of crj900 and they sure are narrow isles I wonder how they get a beverage cart down them unles the carts are smaller than standard

Gail, Where did you find good pictures? Do you think that all 5'9" of me will fit inside that thing?

heartkin10 in Wisconsin said: LOL it was good about the doors. I am waiting for Shane to get back on the isles and carts issue. Also did you read the thread about the AA FA who tried to JS I think on a CAL flt??? It was good too.

Wow - you've been doing a lot of reading. No, I only read the door thread. Maybe I should snoop around over there more often. What other aircraft are you all going to be training on? I've decided to take a September training date (if/when they call me) so that I can finish out the summer being a bum. I know that ASA is doing away with their prop planes, and really wish that I could wait until they take it out of the training curriculum. It would be so nice to learn only 1 or 2 planes.

I'll send you the links to both

pictures www.airliners.net/aircraft-data/stats.main?id=125

AA FA JS www.airlinepilotforums.com/regional/28290-aa-fa-tried-sneak-javascript.html

heartkin10 in Wisconsin said: I'll send you the links to both

You're too kind. :)

I have way too much time on my hands LOL

Well it was going to be the CRJ 200, then they added CRJ400 and now the CRJ900's arrriving at Pinnacle. They tool possession of 9 already and taking delivery of 9 more, but I don't know when. I know we are training on 2 planes, but I am not sure which two. I have to wait for wereflyn to call me. She started training this week. Rumor has it the CRJ200's are going away. Hard to tell with this merger hanging out there and daddy Delta.

RJ That captian was a jerk wasn't her. I guess theres big trouble brewing with JS issues. So FA's need to know their stuff. I did feel better when some of the FO's were sticking up for her.

Sorry - it took me a few minutes to read it. That guy had some attitude, didn't he??? I've never heard of a f/a having to introduce herself to the pilots - only the "A" f/a if she's on a jumpseat. But we'll never have to worry about that. We're only permitted a cabin seat anyway.

And the one who said that he prefers that "they don't come up and speak to me". Nice guy!!

You have mail

Interesting though isn't it. later I'll shpow you where the attitude came from.

www.airlinepilotforums.com/regional/28321-eagle-pilots-jumpseating-mainline.html

This memo just came down. Attitude are flying like the plague. I just laugh.

heartkin10 in Wisconsin said: LOL it was good about the doors. I am waiting for Shane to get back on the isles and carts issue. Also did you read the thread about the AA FA who tried to JS I think on a CAL flt??? It was good too.

I am sorry I can't help you with the aisle and cart issue since we at jetBlue do not go down the aisle with the carts like most other airlines do. We take the order and bring it out on a tray.

Thanks for responding Shane. You have a good day and fly safe.
Gail

Shanester in NYC, New York said: I am sorry I can't help you with the aisle and cart issue since we at jetBlue do not go down the aisle with the carts like most other airlines do. We take the order and bring it out on a tray.

Ooooh - I LIKE that method!!!

Gail, I just emailed my ASA f/a friend and asked her about the cart and the aisle. If she's not on a trip, she'll answer pretty soon.

PS - I'm having passive-aggressive issues with learning my announcements. :)

Natasha Smith in W. Palm Beach, Florida said: Thanks, DELTAHAWK! There's a million questions I could ask but it would take up too much space in here, and I'm sure the folks on this forum aren't too much interested in reading through my stuff. Are you on Facebook?

Im not on Facebook. Havent really had an interest in it.
Im here though for any help you need...

DeltaHawk in New Jersey said: Im not on Facebook. Havent really had an interest in it.
Im here though for any help you need...

DeltaHawk - We all miss you. We'll listen to your stuff. :)

HEARTKIN - I just got an answer from my friend. You can use the cart or not (if you're the only f/a). My friend says that sometimes she uses the cart, and sometimes she just hand-serves, as Shane mentioned.

Thanks I rather like the Shane method

Pushing the beverage cart reminds me of pushing the med cart. LOL

DeltaHawk in New Jersey said: Im not on Facebook. Havent really had an interest in it.
Im here though for any help you need...

I'm not sure what kind of questions I should ask. Does a part-time ACS get the same travel, health, etc. benefits as full-timers? What does the job entail? Do I move around the airport doing all kinds of odd jobs, also? Am I going to be handling baggage? Reservations? Gate tickets?...I know NOTHING about this job...tell me ALL!!! lol.... :-D

Natasha Smith in W. Palm Beach, Florida said: I'm not sure what kind of questions I should ask. Does a part-time ACS get the same travel, health, etc. benefits as full-timers? What does the job entail? Do I move around the airport doing all kinds of odd jobs, also? Am I going to be handling baggage? Reservations? Gate tickets?...I know NOTHING about this job...tell me ALL!!! lol.... :-D

For RJ:
I miss you all too. RJ---I read back in the threads you left SA, and if I am reading correctly your now with ASA, good for you to get to your homebase, go for it.For your info I never heard back formally regarding my interview results.

For Natasha:
A part time ACS job DOES get the same unlimited flying benefits, health coverage, and vacation time (accrued and earned), holidays as full timers.
There is also a 10 year earning scale, after those years of service you top out.
The job entails checking in customers, boarding and working flights at the gates, handling baggage service inquiries, (all must be able to lift 70 lbs)
Most of the customers are directed to use the kiosk, or skycap, or check in at home virtually. you are responsible for adhering to collecting revenue for excess baggage, fare differences, all other fees, according to policies.
Depending upon the city you live , they usually dont hire FT but PT to start or even "ready reserve" status which means you may only get flight benefits, and must be available to work at all times. If you are serious about the job, go ino the interview with being able to work any hour, any shift, and any status and be able also to be ready to work with mid week days off and working holidays for a WHILE.

It is a very rewarding job, and when your shift is done your on your way home..
not on the runway awaiting takeoff for a an unspecified time. It can be stressful that you must adhere to policies, and mau take the brunt of a customers frustration, ( I have done this alot).

Training classes are required

DELTAHAWK, thank you so much for the intensive information on the job description. Are you doing this ACS job for DL?
I think there's a good chance I'll call back the recruiters to continue the application process and see where it goes and what they say. THANK YOU again for taking the time to give me this info!!!!! :D

heartkin10 in Wisconsin said: Thanks for responding Shane. You have a good day and fly safe.
Gail

Thanks I am on a nice three day trip no Orlando and no Ft Lauderdale it has been heaven except for the 0500 report times but we get done by noon. I like not having to deal with no carts except when I work number two on the 320 because you do alot of walking up and down the aisle and the rudest passengers tend to be in that section lol.

Natasha Smith in W. Palm Beach, Florida said: DELTAHAWK, thank you so much for the intensive information on the job description. Are you doing this ACS job for DL?
I think there's a good chance I'll call back the recruiters to continue the application process and see where it goes and what they say. THANK YOU again for taking the time to give me this info!!!!! :D

your so welcome Nat. I will help in any way I can. I do work in ACS.

DELTAHAWK - I'm not with anyone right now. I have interviewed with ASA - that's all. I'm waiting on an "offer" this week, but am struggling with whether I really want to work for them.

You know, the fact that you never got your rejection letter may mean that you'll be getting a call after all, as DeltaBird did. I understand that they'll resume hiring late in the year, and word is that they're holding on to a few applications from "before".

We're sure glad that you're back on the forum with us.

RJ: Any news from AirTran?

Shane: Did the link end up working for your friend?

malti in HHI, South Carolina said: RJ: Any news from AirTran?

Malti - AirTran came to a screeching halt. They didn't even respond to the last two groups of Open House candidates. Looks like it's going to be ASA or nothing.

RJ: Ahh, I see. Well, not so fast on the nothing... 'big bubba D' still has you in the system.. so, we'll just wait it out and see what happens.

RJ in Atlanta, Georgia said: DELTAHAWK - I'm not with anyone right now. I have interviewed with ASA - that's all. I'm waiting on an "offer" this week, but am struggling with whether I really want to work for them.

You know, the fact that you never got your rejection letter may mean that you'll be getting a call after all, as DeltaBird did. I understand that they'll resume hiring late in the year, and word is that they're holding on to a few applications from "before".

We're sure glad that you're back on the forum with us.

Thanks RJ, for clearing up your status and welcoming me back.
I hope ASA calls you right away, I think it would be a good fit.

As for me, I actually stayed away from the computer for 3 months due to some low blows I felt were happening to me .
When I heard they rejected candidates, then called them back, making a mistake, I and others must have horribly messed up
at the interviews.( For those that never even got a response) It just didnt sit well with me personally.(lack of professionalism) I m thrilled for anyone that got the chance. For me, knowing that and other factors I felt the buyout was good timing for me and to take it. I have a few months left until I take the package. Alot think I should reapply and start over and lose seniority and pay and I dont want to do that, so Im also onto the job search and weighing options.

Life is interesting isnt it?

DELTAHAWK - A lot of us felt the way that you did. Though I, personally, did not talk to anyone who got a rejection and then a call-back, I was certainly one of the ones who heard nothing for 3 months, THEN got a rejection. Since that time, there have been some in mgt. who have looked into their "unique" hiring practices of the last 8 months, and have realized that they didn't use the best methodology. Sheila Perkins retired two weeks ago, and there's a rumor that there was a lot of heat on her after the f/a hiring fiasco. I've tried not to lose ALL of my respect for them, since they do, after all, still pay my mortgage, but I'll never see them the way I once did. And I did come to realize, as you said, that DL wasn't a good fit, if for no other reason than the way that they treated so many candidates.

RJ in Atlanta, Georgia said: DELTAHAWK - A lot of us felt the way that you did. Though I, personally, did not talk to anyone who got a rejection and then a call-back, I was certainly one of the ones who heard nothing for 3 months, THEN got a rejection. Since that time, there have been some in mgt. who have looked into their "unique" hiring practices of the last 8 months, and have realized that they didn't use the best methodology. Sheila Perkins retired two weeks ago, and there's a rumor that there was a lot of heat on her after the f/a hiring fiasco. I've tried not to lose ALL of my respect for them, since they do, after all, still pay my mortgage, but I'll never see them the way I once did. And I did come to realize, as you said, that DL wasn't a good fit, if for no other reason than the way that they treated so many candidates.

RJ, who was Sheila Perkins? Was it the lady in charge who ran the recruiting session at DL headquarters? Could it be the same woman who told us all, and many other groups from what I've read, that "just because you didn't get an on the spot offer, it doesn't mean you're not considered. You will hear at the latest within three weeks,"...is that Sheila Perkins?

RJ in Atlanta, Georgia said: DELTAHAWK - A lot of us felt the way that you did. Though I, personally, did not talk to anyone who got a rejection and then a call-back, I was certainly one of the ones who heard nothing for 3 months, THEN got a rejection. Since that time, there have been some in mgt. who have looked into their "unique" hiring practices of the last 8 months, and have realized that they didn't use the best methodology. Sheila Perkins retired two weeks ago, and there's a rumor that there was a lot of heat on her after the f/a hiring fiasco. I've tried not to lose ALL of my respect for them, since they do, after all, still pay my mortgage, but I'll never see them the way I once did. And I did come to realize, as you said, that DL wasn't a good fit, if for no other reason than the way that they treated so many candidates.

That methodology took a toll on me. I will never understand.
I try every day to hold on to my good experiences with DL.

At work its hard, but I remain professional, so many F/A's have given me encouragement and are in shock Im not working with them, from what you replied I feel I'm not alone. There is some comfort in knowing its being adressed I guess.

Natasha Smith in W. Palm Beach, Florida said: RJ, who was Sheila Perkins? Was it the lady in charge who ran the recruiting session at DL headquarters? Could it be the same woman who told us all, and many other groups from what I've read, that "just because you didn't get an on the spot offer, it doesn't mean you're not considered. You will hear at the latest within three weeks,"...is that Sheila Perkins?

Yes that is the woman but in my case it was if we like your photo we might call you back for another interview and it is time to say goodbye and leave us then tried throwing out 100 people on the street with no transporation or changing plane tickets til people started revolting about having to sit at the airport 8+ hours. All the people I know that were with me that day got the no thanks a few days later so we knew she was bs'ing us with that line. I am glad she got flack for the poor way they treated a bunch of people that they left hanging with no call or e-mail cause that is just plain rude. Yes my friend used it but is waiting for the second interview.

Natasha Smith in W. Palm Beach, Florida said: RJ, who was Sheila Perkins? Was it the lady in charge who ran the recruiting session at DL headquarters? Could it be the same woman who told us all, and many other groups from what I've read, that "just because you didn't get an on the spot offer, it doesn't mean you're not considered. You will hear at the latest within three weeks,"...is that Sheila Perkins?

She was the short, African American lady who was working the room during the "cocktail hour". She is (was) the head of F/A Recruiting.

Shanester: You should do 'yours' soon because it might get pulled off or canceled from accepting new transmissions.
I'm glad to hear the nice guy was able to complete everything.

I thought about it but I am happy where I am at now, I do want to fly international someday though but with everything going on now with the price of oil and downsizing it is good to stay put Delta has alot of mess with the merger going on right now. RJ I read an article about how Air Tran is getting rid of 300 FA's by Sept 6th. It was on CNN last night maybe that is why they never called you back.

Hi everyone!

Did you guys have a nice 4th? Any cool/no so cool happenings?

So...did anyone win the lotto yet?

Shanester in NYC, New York said: I thought about it but I am happy where I am at now, I do want to fly international someday though but with everything going on now with the price of oil and downsizing it is good to stay put Delta has alot of mess with the merger going on right now. RJ I read an article about how Air Tran is getting rid of 300 FA's by Sept 6th. It was on CNN last night maybe that is why they never called you back.

Shane - No doubt. I drove right by their HQ yesterday, and thought (for a second) about stopping in and giving them a piece of my mind about recruiting people and not having the courtesy to even send a follow-up email, but decided to go shopping instead. :)
I'm glad that you're so happy where you are. You have to have respect for the company that you work for, or it's not going to be a very rewarding job. You did the right thing.

DeltaFA in New York, New York said: Hi everyone!

Did you guys have a nice 4th? Any cool/no so cool happenings?

So...did anyone win the lotto yet?

Hey DELTAFA - nothing exciting here. Hot dogs on the grill, gin & tonics, fireworks - that's about it.

RJ,

I JUST GOT THE CALL Aug 6th or I should say E-Mail