Originally Posted by
Arctofinal
Are you able to upgrade on 190? What are the pros and cons of doing so? Is there a company policy that would limit upgrading (e.g. 1000 hours with company, 2000 crew aircraft time, 1000 turbine pic). I know some airlines have rules like that and they usually get the new guys.
Yes, you need 500 hours at the airline.
Pros:
more money, under the MTA rates (for second year) its $117 190 capt vs $86 AB F/O. Even sitting reserve you'll make more as a second year 190 capt. After year 4 or so you'd make more as a group 4 F/O.
Cons:
you'll be on short call. Some people don't like the flying. Doesn't really bother me. I'm a commuter so don't want to be on short call. If I lived in base I'd jump on it. I also am not even close to 500 hours due to mil leave/bought trips/zero flying one month on short call/etc.