Originally Posted by
HuggyU2
Yes, I'm confused too. You're coming up on 11 years as a USAF pilot, with IP and EP time... approaching 2500 hours... and this stuff is new to you?
I'm not trying to belittle you... but it just comes across as quite strange. Maybe it's from the community you're from. You said you're single-seat and multi-engine... so F-15 guy? The community where the "airlines" are the "A-word"? I don't know that culture... maybe no one there talks about the airlines. I don't know.
There's plenty of resources out there. But, frankly, your squadron buds that are interviewing, and those recently hired would be your best starting point.
BTW... you're "not opposed to commuting" because you haven't commuted yet.
Don't be confused. I'm not an eagle guy, not that that's a bad thing, those guys are awesome. Anyway, I'm not sure about your community, but for individuals that work hard in their careers and have leadership roles and opportunities, it's a bit faux pas to spread the word you're 'pulling the handle' two years out. I can't really network at work, b/c it would stop the advancement. Fair, maybe not, but it's reality.
BTW-I"m "not opposed to commuting" b/c I try to find the positive in every environment. Kinda like, hey I have my dream job, i'll put up w/a lil' BS now for hopefully a better situation later...
thank you all for the info