Originally Posted by
130drvr
Had a buddy retire from the AF, go to a regional for a year and a half, then get on with UAL. He said the regional was upfront and knew he would not stay there forever. I suspect they are just trying to fill right seats now with guys that have the hours. FWIW, I separated from the AF, went and flew 121 for 5 years and then got on with UAL, and I think having a mil background with recent 121 experience helped out immensely in getting my current job.
I sent my totals to an old Boss (Reservist) who is a Capt for a Major and has done some of their hiring stuff and he said as is I will eventually get a call from Majors, but it may take a up to a year for them to get through a bunch of the 4000+ hr military guys with their Apps in now. He suggested jumping on with a Regional for 121/time building. I have no problem paying my dues to get some 121 experience; 500-700 hrs added would put me right around where several of my buddies are who got offers from 2-3 Majors in the past few months… just a little concerned because every Regional knows what the competitive totals are for military guys are today and they may not want to waste their time/money training a guy who could get a call anytime.
I by no means think I'm anything special or that I'll be having Majors (or anyone for that matter) knocking down my door with job offers; I'm just one of those guys who wanted to be a pilot since I was a fetus and am looking to move on to flying career #2.