Originally Posted by
DCinTrans
I'm in kind of the same boat, just retired, 18 months out of the cockpit (except 15 hrs in a Piper Seminole to do my ATP). I put my Apps in (to basically everybody) on Monday and got calls from Compass and Republic Tues.
I've been staring at the computer all morning trying to figure my next move.
My internal rec guys at Delta are telling me to stand fast, that I will get a call.
My instinct is to get working, and figure out the training bond / 2 year contract stuff later.
My problem is dealing with the interview, I am not a very good BS'er, and the guys at the regionals have got to know I am doing it for currency, and have no real desire to stick around if the Majors pick up.
Any and all inputs are requested.
The regionals really don't care. They just need people and you need flight time. They're also not stupid (for the most part). They know why you're there. I've had a lot of friends who were current end up taking regional jobs to enhance their resumes (type ratings, 121 time, crew time, 121 training environment, etc) and most have finally started getting looks from the legacy companies.
As for the 2 year bond, I personally would be careful of that since there are plenty of carriers that will hire you without that requirement. I have heard they won't necessarily track you down for it, but who knows.