Originally Posted by
Jetlife
I don't disagree with you, and I am not saying AMF pilots are the best and the rest suck. And it's also not a pride issue. I have seen furloughed airline pilots wash out as easy as the flight instructor. All I was saying is that AMF is big enough to have a reputation of producing pretty good pilots. And I did get hired over 2 other guys at my current gig because of it.
I would imaging your current gig has had good experience with former AMF pilots. I would imagine you may have had an internal rec or two.
Some of the AMF pilots were great to fly with and did a good job. A couple, not so much so. The lack of the crew environment really showed. One, who is now a Captain, has a horrible reputation.
Attitude is everything in this business. I would much rather fly with an AMF pilot with a good attitude than a 121 RJ Captain with a bad attitude. In todays environment, given equal attitudes, I have found the 121 Captain to be more prepared for the major airline transition.
There is going to be much hiring starting soon for the major airlines. If one desires for that type of career I can see a preference going to those who have 121 experience. But only a preference. There are always exceptions to every rule. But if I was hedging my bets, I would try to get some 121 experience.