Delta's pilots are some of the best in the business. The average total flight time for new hires is over 4,000 hours. If you are chosen for an interview, you will receive a phone call or be mailed a notification. The interview process is over a two-day period and covers standard tests, interviews and simulator evaluation. All candidates go through this process.
Standard tests cover verbal, math and aeronautical knowledge, as well as personality tests.
Candidates must complete a confidentiality statement to not reveal testing details. The interview process is done by a panel consisting of Delta senior pilots and Human Resources personnel. For more information, read one pilot's opinion of what one should do to become a Delta pilot.