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#2151
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Joined APC: Oct 2007
Position: single pilot cargo, turboprop
Posts: 484
I'm sure there's other regionals that can get you in the captain seat in under 2 years (Gojet, Great Lakes), but not the better ones.
#2152
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Joined APC: Jun 2014
Posts: 924
If you're a CFI, sitting around 1200 hours, with a job offer from AMF...just build 300 more hours and go to a regional.
I really enjoyed my time at AMF (mainly because of the good people and fun base) but that's all it was, flight time. My final goal is 121/corporate, and I will get there quicker coming from a regional. I left at my first regional offer and have no regrets. AMF management will tell you otherwise..."get 1000 TPIC here...it will make you a better pilot...etc" - but they don't tell you:
1) Majors will hire you with 4000 121 SIC and no PIC...the same can't be said for guys with 1000 135 TPIC and no 121 experience. They are destined to go to the regionals to build that time. So since you will be going to a regional anyways to get the 121 experience, it makes sense to go earlier and get better seniority.
2) Logging lots of single pilot IFR doesn't make you a better aviator, it makes you a better single-pilot IFR operator. Flying a multi-crew jet with lots of glass and automation isn't easier, it's different, and requires a different skill set.
I really enjoyed my time at AMF (mainly because of the good people and fun base) but that's all it was, flight time. My final goal is 121/corporate, and I will get there quicker coming from a regional. I left at my first regional offer and have no regrets. AMF management will tell you otherwise..."get 1000 TPIC here...it will make you a better pilot...etc" - but they don't tell you:
1) Majors will hire you with 4000 121 SIC and no PIC...the same can't be said for guys with 1000 135 TPIC and no 121 experience. They are destined to go to the regionals to build that time. So since you will be going to a regional anyways to get the 121 experience, it makes sense to go earlier and get better seniority.
2) Logging lots of single pilot IFR doesn't make you a better aviator, it makes you a better single-pilot IFR operator. Flying a multi-crew jet with lots of glass and automation isn't easier, it's different, and requires a different skill set.
#2153
#2154
New Hire
Joined APC: Jul 2014
Posts: 1
Not trying to be rude but "retarted" is spelled retarded. It might help to spell correctly so you don't look pathetic or retarded Clarence.....
#2155
On Reserve
Joined APC: Jun 2013
Position: Q400 FO
Posts: 40
The last page of the company seniority list shows the last 15 pilots hired, all in the last two months. 2 PHX, 2 SLC. How do you like those odds?
But then again, that's all past history. If you want current openings, call 1-800-800-4JET, and ask for pilot recruiting. I'm sure it would be worth it just to introduce yourself.
But then again, that's all past history. If you want current openings, call 1-800-800-4JET, and ask for pilot recruiting. I'm sure it would be worth it just to introduce yourself.
Thanks again for all the help!
#2157
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Joined APC: Aug 2011
Position: Any
Posts: 656
Thanks for the advice called in, and a day later had a phone interview. Sounds like a great place to build some experience. I forgot to ask the recruiter about Health benefits though. Whats the current Health benifits for married no children? Cost per paycheck? Coverage?
Thanks again for all the help!
Thanks again for all the help!
I don't remember the actual coverage costs though I do know we pay a $20 co-pay for a visit to our primary doctor.
#2159
On Reserve
Joined APC: Jun 2013
Position: Q400 FO
Posts: 40
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I'm paying $191 per pay period for just my wife and I. It may vary depending on where you live. The primary company (Blue Cross/Blue Shield) is in CA with subsidiaries in other states. Some are HMO, some PPO, etc.
I don't remember the actual coverage costs though I do know we pay a $20 co-pay for a visit to our primary doctor.
I'm paying $191 per pay period for just my wife and I. It may vary depending on where you live. The primary company (Blue Cross/Blue Shield) is in CA with subsidiaries in other states. Some are HMO, some PPO, etc.
I don't remember the actual coverage costs though I do know we pay a $20 co-pay for a visit to our primary doctor.
#2160
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Joined APC: Apr 2008
Position: the right side
Posts: 1,373
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