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Old 12-30-2013, 07:31 PM
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Originally Posted by Aviator89 View Post
Just curious, what is being an FO like at cape? Would I upgrade at or just after Captain Minimums? I have 1100 hours, 550 xc (50nm), 97 night, 900PIC, 37 Multi, 105 actual instrument, 50 simulated instrument. CFII/MEI
I am looking at cape air since I need to log more multi time (currently flying singles) and then maybe after a year move to a regional like Compass or SKywest. But I dont want to be an FO for more than legally required, or should I just apply once I meet Captain mins? Also, how long are new hires based in Hyannis/Boston area? Im not a big fan of small towns but willing to take my chances not getting based in Boston or similar.
I left Cape Air 15 month ago so my info may be out of date but almost all FOs upgrade immediately after reaching Captain mins. You will be based in a small town. BOS is like 10 years seniority to hold it. I would plan on going to the Caribbean, Montana, or the Midwest, and don't plan on commuting.

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