Originally Posted by
JLDWC
Damn I was really hoping there would be some good feedback for flying with Shuttle America and the E170. I really liked the fact that the EWR base is Junior. Reserves get anywhere between 80-110 credit hours a month. Reserve wouldn't be longer then 3-4 months. But everything else seems too risky, i've been in the forums everyday for the last month and cant find anything positive about Republic other than the equipment flown. Its a shame, but all you guys cant be wrong or exaggerating the QOL there.
I really appreciate all your help and feedback, its not an easy decision and I am really trying to avoid any lateral movement 2-3 years from now. I just hope when it comes time to apply to the majors, they value the turboprop PIC time more than the E170 time. Thanks again!
Safe flying
Unfortunately it's true, there isn't much "good" about working here. The crews are pretty "tight" but it's a siege mentality. The aircraft are pretty nice and new.
I really hate that people advertise 90+ hours of credit on RSV. I've been on RSV for 4 years now and I've only broken 85+ hours 2-3 times.
Plus, if you have any hope for a life outside of work, you may have to buy a trailer or something and move to one of our outstations. I'm on day 14 of 19 straight days in the airport, commuting or working. Luckily I'll get a good chunk of days off afterwards (5). One thing people don't understand, even guys that have been here a long time is that, RSV schedules are built by hand, so other than preferences, scheduling builds your schedule however they see fit.
The BB, WH duo of excellence, is pretty good at getting new flying, and keeping current flying secure. BUT, signs are that they are over reaching at this point in time.