Originally Posted by
rcfd13
On the Brasilia my entire new hire class got FAT right out of training. The entire last new hire class got either FAT or SFO. Not only could you hold those two right out of training but you'll probably be just about guaranteed to get them.
On the RJ the most junior people in both FAT and SFO are over a year.
Awesome news. Thanks for the info. From my personal research and reading it seems being able to hold a line quickly is your best bet at making a decent paycheck. How true is that in reality?
I know the Brasilia will make less in the long run versus someone flying a line on the RJ, but knowing that holding a line on the RJ could take a year or more would you
recommend shooting for the Brasilia if there is a choice?
Last one, promise. And if a pilot transitions from the Brasilia to the RJ after the seat lock, does the pay go back down to the first year pay? I guess I'm confused if the yearly payscale is based on seniority with Skywest or years flying a particular aircraft. For example, flying the EMB for two yrs then transitioning to the RJ, does that pilot get 3rd year pay despite transition or would they fall down to the $22/hr 1st year pay?
Again thanks so much. The info is very helpful. With a wife and a nice job, I need to be responsible with my decisions. Knowledge is power in making the best choice.