Originally Posted by
king
I've heard they're anticipating hiring at the end of summer but it's tentative. Right now they're staffed how they feel is appropriate (but still not enough too ensure I get the 4th off). We're tight on captains but better staffed on the FO side. My last two months on reserve have been slow. As a newb I have to say it's a good regional, relative to your other options. I'm starting to appreciate our contract and I haven't been abused by scheduling yet even though they had some opportunities to.
You'll change your tone when your stuck as an FO for 4 years flying 6 legs a day and overnights less than 11 hours everywhere.
I left 3 weeks ago after starting my 5th year and I feel like I've been reborn