Originally Posted by Hueypilot

Looking for honest opinions...I'm a military pilot looking for a career in 121 flying. I'm currently full-time reserves instructing in C-130s. I've put in apps with the majors but I've noticed I'm on the lower end of experience (3100TT, 2850 MEL turbine, 1850 PIC/instructor).

I hadn't really considered regionals because after 15 years of flying I was making too much to justify going to $20k a year, but if upgrades are quick, Gojets CA pay is reasonable and I could get some more PIC time without going broke. Plus I have family in STL and basing from there would be easy (I'm at LIT).

Anyone have any insights? Not looking for flame wars but real opinions from those who've worked regionals. Thanks!