Originally Posted by
sailingfun
The simplest answer is the lowest paying equipment will generally be the most junior all things being equal. What you can't factor in is where crew resources will place block hours. The 717 is going somewhat more senior then it's pay rate. Better cockpit and extra time off from training May account for that. If getting off reserve is the priority I would bid either the 717 or 88. When new hire seat locks start expiring on the 717 it may go more junior.
Also a growing category helps (717) vs a shrinking one (ER). Big pay bump to the 73N so that makes it more sr.
Bottom line, it's hard to answer your question for reasons beyond our control. There have been stretches that went on for 5-6 years where guys were the plug on the 727 panel. Then there have been times guys were holding a line first month they could bid.
If you can tolerate living within an hour or so from your base your life and paycheck will be much better. When you cross off the non-commutable trips, you'll have to be pretty senior to hold that line.