Thread: AWAC or Colgan
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Old 02-04-2006, 11:19 AM
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AWAC is in an entirely different league, a career destination in and of itself for many folks.

However, with the military background Colgan would get you a quick upgrade to finish your turbine PIC time. However, you need to be aware that turbine PIC is no longer the sole ticket at many majors. The new standard seems to be a requirement that you have 1000 turboJET (either seat) in a an aircraft > 20,000#GW.

This is basically stating they want RJ drivers (high-speed & glass) as opposed to small turboprop captains. I believe Colgan is all-prop. Look at the majors that are hiring and think about where you want to go and what you still need.

SWA will still hire you with 1000 turboprop PIC, no RJ time required.
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