Originally Posted by
skylover
Nope, I actually really glad I asked, because it's one thing to talk about schedules conceptually ("bid for a 'good schedule'") and another thing to see them for real. I would guess that's it best to have a late show/early release at each end of the trip, respectively. (Even if you're not commuting)
Also, how important is it to live in base? I mean, hypothetically, if I take a job with XJT, for example, at the ATL base and my goal airline (or the airline that I have a guaranteed interview at - fingers crossed) is Delta, would it make sense to move to Atlanta, if I have no other restraints?
Living in base can make a world of difference. I would do it if at all possible. It can change this job from "completely hellish" to just "pretty crappy."
Commuting to a regional airline job, especially if on reserve, will make you hate your life and it will destroy any relationships you have in it.