My alternatives are working for one of the many lower 48 regionals that perpetually go through cycles of hiring and firing as contracts are renegotiated. They also open and close bases as often as, one changes underwear.
I'm looking for the most stable alternative to the above mentioned. I've already ridden the American Eagle wave and it turned into a total wipe out, perpetual reserve, local base closing, sub contracting feed.....

The pay at all carriers is abysmal. If I am looking for the most stable and healthy of all entry level 121 carriers outside of Alaska, Seaborne on the cover looks like a good place. Organic growth, tried and true business model, above average upgrade time. Home almost every night, zero reserve. Am I thinking clearly here or creating something in my head that isn't?

My wife and I have examined the finances and that isn't going to be a determining factor in whether or not we decide to take the plunge on island Island life, we can deal with low pay for a while. Stability, few overnights and an expeditious route to the left seat are more determining factors. Left seat not because I'm in a hurry to move along but would like to make enough to buy a house on the Island.

Are the Saabs going to be run out of San Juan or STX?
I've heard two cons: Pay, lots of legs.... Are there any others?