Tick, tock. I resisted the temptation to look at my watch, then stole a furtive glance into my shirt cuff. Still only 2:15 p.m. I’d been at Horizon Air’s operations center on the edge of the Portland International Airport for a little over four hours, but it seemed much longer, and now time was slowing to a near standstill as I awaited my fate. I leaned back in my chair, self-consciously straightened up, readjusted my tie and smoothed out my suit coat. I was replaying each part of the interview in my head. I knew it hadn’t been perfect — but was it good enough? I’d soon find out. I’d been trying to get hired by Horizon for nearly a year, and the thought that all that effort had gone to waste was almost too much to bear. Lost in my thoughts, I barely noticed the approach of a neatly dressed secretary. “Mr. Weigel?” I jumped to my feet. “Capt. Haugaard will see you now.”
Taking Wing: Landing the Job, Part 2
Key Takeaways:
- Success in aviation interviews requires extensive preparation, including researching the company's specific process, reviewing technical knowledge relevant to the role, and practicing responses to behavioral questions and simulator tasks.
- Candidates must present a professional image by dressing appropriately, maintaining a positive attitude, and refraining from negative comments about past employers or colleagues.
- The interview process often tests a candidate's ability to handle stress and adversity; it's important to remain composed, be authentic within professional boundaries, and articulate experiences that demonstrate personal growth.
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