Originally Posted by
ross9238
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.
Are you saying that the above bolded part is guaranteed? If that is the case, why would you, knowing that it is a guarantee, then not switch over to one of the carriers that you mentioned? Unless, you have already reached your career destination - Delta?
We've been over this before. I'm referring to those who are looking for their first regional job, not current 7/8 year FOs