Originally Posted by
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Thanks for all of the suggestions.
APM145, I have about 1100 MEL time. I've had 265 hours in the last 6 months, and 97 hours in the last 60 days. My primary occupation is outside of aviation, but I'm flight instructing and flying pt. 135 part-time right now. I'm totally open to the idea of a long-term career with an airline. I've got to figure I probably can't get into a major at my age I'm guessing?
JetJock16, thanks for the contact info at Skywest.
Radar, what would the commute for Mesaba be like? I don't completely understand how commuting works if you live away from your base.
Again, thanks for all the help.
If you want to do the 121 thing, Mesaba is a great place to hang your hat for a while. Commuting to MSP or DTW from MKE is pretty easy. We are in a major growth mode here, so short reserve, quick upgrade and really good work rules.
Otherwise RUN over to Freight Runners on the east side of the field (MKE) and fly a Beech 99 for 6 months. Preister in Palwaukee is a good outfit to transition to after that. Sterling is a good option too, but you might need more experience to get on there. Airnet also has a MKE and MDW base.