Mesaba Airlines

Born2Fly in Newport, Kentucky said: I was a flight attendant out of LAX and ORD. I have old NW friends that live in DTW that are able to assist me with this. Moving to DTW while on Reserve is not a problem. CVG is only a 4 hour drive from me, on my confirmed days off I can go to my home in Cincinnati. I know the perks and horror's of flying, DTW should not be that bad really. Thank you for the insight though.

Thats good. So, why not fly with another airline like Republic? Virgin? US Airways? Continental? They pay more and are more organized.

I have interviewed with CO and Shuttle. Waiting on a call back.

Born2Fly in Newport, Kentucky said: I have interviewed with CO and Shuttle. Waiting on a call back.

Great. My friend is in training for Shuttle. They are very on point with their stuff.

After going to the interview Im pretty sure you'll get hired

Mesaba is not a bad company to work for but there are a few negative things about the job (the merger and crew scheduling are my only complaints).

We have no guarantee that we will still have jobs once the merger is complete so that is a little scary. But, since they are hiring another group of people it seems that it all might work out.

Crew scheduling is not the best. When you're on reserve they pretty much control your life. Since I was the last class hired, I'm at the bottom of the seniority list so I'm called ALL THE TIME, while the person who is just one spot above me rarely gets called out. You think crew scheduling would sometimes call others on reserve and stop working the same people, because it's making us want to quit from being overworked.

But, the job is not horrible. I have seen some amazing sights that I would have never seen if it wasn't for this job. Plus, a great crew can make the experience even more fun.

Anblair in Memphis, Tennessee said: Mesaba is not a bad company to work for but there are a few negative things about the job (the merger and crew scheduling are my only complaints).

We have no guarantee that we will still have jobs once the merger is complete so that is a little scary. But, since they are hiring another group of people it seems that it all might work out.

Crew scheduling is not the best. When you're on reserve they pretty much control your life. Since I was the last class hired, I'm at the bottom of the seniority list so I'm called ALL THE TIME, while the person who is just one spot above me rarely gets called out. You think crew scheduling would sometimes call others on reserve and stop working the same people, because it's making us want to quit from being overworked.

But, the job is not horrible. I have seen some amazing sights that I would have never seen if it wasn't for this job. Plus, a great crew can make the experience even more fun.

Are you currently in training with Mesaba now? I heard that CRJ900 are going to Pinnacle and Mesaba is going all TurboProp is that true?

born2fly in Newport, Kentucky said: Are you currently in training with Mesaba now? I heard that CRJ900 are going to Pinnacle and Mesaba is going all TurboProp is that true?

I was the last class to graduate in July. We really haven't been told anything so I have no clue.

anyone been to a mesaba open house recently?? what was it like?? thanks for any info!

Anblair in Memphis, Tennessee said: I was the last class to graduate in July. We really haven't been told anything so I have no clue.

If you're a Mesaba FA you should know that 455
FAs can go over to Pinnacle along with our (900 & 200) jets
or stay at the Néw Mesaba (Colgan) and fly Q400s or the Saab.
Did they not talk to you in training about this?

SkyHighFA in Elgin, Illinois said: Actually, I just recieved a call from Iris to do my drug testing and finger printing for the April 20 class. She informed me that Thursday is the absolute last day to have it done in time for the April 20 class...so if you are waiting to hear about your class date and are not tested and printed by this Thursday (3/19), then you are probably looking at the next class.

Joy and Nicg88, would you guys like to keep in touch (outside of the forum) about our upcoming class?

Hey! I interviewed with Mesaba in DTW and asked to do a f2f the next day. they told me of the training dates, pay, etc. they said they would call me in a week with the decision or not. do they honestly call within a week. i felt like i did very well during my interview. i have previous flight attendant experience and they seemed to have liked me alot.

Born2Fly in Newport, Kentucky said: Hey! I interviewed with Mesaba in DTW and asked to do a f2f the next day. they told me of the training dates, pay, etc. they said they would call me in a week with the decision or not. do they honestly call within a week. i felt like i did very well during my interview. i have previous flight attendant experience and they seemed to have liked me alot.

They gave me an offer the day I had my interview.

they asked me if i could attend the training I said yes. I did really well. Only 5 of us were called back to do the f2f. i know at msp, lga and mem they send you to do your fingerprints and drug straight away. with all 5 of us they said they would call us in a few days. whats your email?

Born2Fly in Newport, Kentucky said: they asked me if i could attend the training I said yes. I did really well. Only 5 of us were called back to do the f2f. i know at msp, lga and mem they send you to do your fingerprints and drug straight away. with all 5 of us they said they would call us in a few days. whats your email?

I didn't have to go right away. They called 2 days later. They said they were only hiring 5 from Memphis as well.

Ok good, that makes me feel way better. are you still flying with Mesaba. My friend has been with Mesaba for like 13 years...loves it.

Born2Fly in Newport, Kentucky said: Ok good, that makes me feel way better. are you still flying with Mesaba. My friend has been with Mesaba for like 13 years...loves it.

I haven't started. I'll be I October 24 training class. I go next Thursday for background check

Really? Thats the class they asked If I would be willing to be in? mpwarne3@gmail.com

Born2Fly in Newport, Kentucky said: Really? Thats the class they asked If I would be willing to be in? mpwarne3@gmail.com

Great! Check your email

Reality check..if you are over 6 ft dont waste your time. They measure you at the door before you even get to sit.

sammyandharley in Fort Lauderdale, Florida said: Reality check..if you are over 6 ft dont waste your time. They measure you at the door before you even get to sit.

Actually if youre taller than 5'7 dont waste your time. Those planes are SMALL! The Saab is not a plane for anyone taller than 5'7 unless you dont mind hunching over and/or hitting your head all day.

I just flew back from MSP yesterday and signed my paperwork and completed my background check/drug test. I know there is a class on 24OCT11 and I am hoping they put me in that class. They said the class is full, thy said I am on the top of the list If someone drops out before training begins.

What are the odd's someone calling in and not accepting the position? Do please decide not to come last minute? I flew before with another airline and had a spot in the class. I really hope I get into the 24OCT11 class.

Born2Fly in Erlanger, Kentucky said: I just flew back from MSP yesterday and signed my paperwork and completed my background check/drug test. I know there is a class on 24OCT11 and I am hoping they put me in that class. They said the class is full, thy said I am on the top of the list If someone drops out before training begins.

What are the odd's someone calling in and not accepting the position? Do please decide not to come last minute? I flew before with another airline and had a spot in the class. I really hope I get into the 24OCT11 class.

I hope someone does change their mind! I can't wait to meet you

Ready2Fly in Houston, Texas said: I hope someone does change their mind! I can't wait to meet you

Are you in the 24OCT11 class?

DLconnectionFA in Memphis, Tennessee said: @flying high. Feel free to ask any questions here on the forum. If you have questions so does everybody else. Thanks. :)

Hello DLconnectionFA. I recently flew up to MSP from CVG to complete paperwork, drug test/fingerprinting for the FA position. I was told that I am on standby for the 24OCT11 class. What are the odds that someone will not show up or resign before training begins? I really want the opportunity to being ASAP.

Thank you :)

I have some questions for the current Mesaba flight attendants or anyone whos been to training:

1) Are there any extra things that you wish you would have brought with you to training?
2) Do you have any tips or advice for the training program?
3) I know it says that we have to wear business casual but I was wondering what everyone wears??

Thank you so much!! :)
Have a great day!

I packed everything that I could. If you forget something dont worry there is a walmart and khols(I believe) within walking distance. You'll be steps from a gas stations, Chillis and Wendys and the hotel shuttle will take you to the Mall of America. You ll be fine.

As far as tips? Just study and participate. The teachers are really nice and I miss them dearly.

The first day people usually wear suits. Skirt suits, Pant suits, and etc.

Holly GoLightly in Bronx, New York said: I packed everything that I could. If you forget something dont worry there is a walmart and khols(I believe) within walking distance. You'll be steps from a gas stations, Chillis and Wendys and the hotel shuttle will take you to the Mall of America. You ll be fine.

As far as tips? Just study and participate. The teachers are really nice and I miss them dearly.

The first day people usually wear suits. Skirt suits, Pant suits, and etc.

Am I going to have a room mate? What do you wear every day? lol
Thank you so much for your answers!!

Excited and curious in Detroit, Michigan said: Am I going to have a room mate? What do you wear every day? lol
Thank you so much for your answers!!

Youll have your own room ...its an extended stay hotel that includes kitchen /bath(of course) and bedroom/living room and it also has a outdoor pool/ little gym and laundry mat inside.(Thats if youre training in MSP being that they are merging and the new training is in MEM so if youre in MSP then my info still stands). They will tell you what you should wear but for the most part business casual and some days you will be allowed to wear jeans.

Did anyone go to the recent open houses in MSP? I went to one this week and was told that they are still looking for candidates for the OCT24TH class and that I should hear something back this week. Well its Friday, any word yet?

I was hired by Mesaba and waiting standby for the Oct 24 class. I will be DTW based and wondering if there will be a class after the 24OCT class. Hopefully someone backs out. I am really excited about flying again.

Jean in Windsor Locks, Connecticut said: Does anyone know the length of time for flight attendant training with Mesaba? Thanks!

four weeks

I received my study packet in the mail and I was wondering how much longer I have to wait to receive my flight confirmation number.
I'm in the October 24th class...
Are they going to fly me out on October 24th or the day before??

Thanks everyone!!

Meghen in Detroit, Michigan said: I received my study packet in the mail and I was wondering how much longer I have to wait to receive my flight confirmation number.
I'm in the October 24th class...
Are they going to fly me out on October 24th or the day before??

Thanks everyone!!

Usually will get it right before and you will fly out the day before. It will come as an email.

I was hired last month by Mesaba. SO EXCITED. I am on a wait for the 24OCT11 Class. I am hoping someone backs out. If not, I am hoping there is another class coming up. I will be DTW based. Anyone else on a waiting list? What are the odds of someone backing out. The last airline I flew for, everyone completed training and stayed with the airline for over a year.

Does anyone if know there will be a training class AFTER October 24?