ATP, multiple type ratings, CFI-A, CFI-R, and Comm Glider (added three years ago.) Former traffic reporter, cargo, instructor, occasional jump pilot, and helicopter instructor, and corporate pilot (jets and helo.)

When I got my glider rating three years ago I had spent 15 years and 12000+ hours as a Captain on the Airbus and had about three hours of GA flying total in that time.

While the glider rating was a great boost to my level of enjoyment, it was all of the hours early in my aviation life that solidified my skills. I don’t think being current in GA makes a bit of difference in modern airliners. Saving your own butt enough times is the crucible that makes good pilots in all areas of aviation.

Paul A.