Originally Posted by Trip7

Contract doesn't matter if you're going to be an FO for 8 years. From a pure financial standpoint you'll make WAY more at regionals like Compass, PSA, and Mesa. Those hired today at those Airlines will be Captains in 2 years or less making 70k+ while someone hired the same time at XJT will be making 35k slinging gear for the foreseeable future.