Originally Posted by
flynavyj
...this helps attract pilots that are currently out of the industry, but who still meet the minimums. Trans States might be in my future once again...we'll see if I can convince my wife to let me play with jets again.
Just because you have the minimums does not mean they will bring you on as a CQFO. Many guys that have the time, but have been out of the industry and/or not current Part 121, may not be offered a spot as a CQFO. They will be on 1st year FO pay until the upgrade comes.