Originally Posted by
babs
Respectfully disagree...I would go EMJ for sure.
First of all, uless he plans on staying on the ATR (most want to transfer after the 1 year seat lock due to the significant pay differences), he would be going through two long term training cycles in Dallas of approximately 4 months total out of 14 months. Assuming he gets awared the EMJ right away.
Second, I heard that the commute from Orlando to Miami is rather difficult. I know a lot of captains that commute to Chicago out of Orlando instead of Miami because of the larger planes and many more options.
-just what i've heard on the line
Third, I think the schedules and trip trading option once you are able to hold a line are much better on the EMJ. Although, I will admit, you probably will hold a line much sooner on the ATR.
Finally, you have the option of transferring to any base except SJU if you were to decide to move at a later date.
Just my thoughts...
Long term training = at least $3,000 extra in per diem per training + 2 SIC in his pilot certificate.