I've done both training programs, and am about to go back to the 145 for the left seat.

170 is very straight forward with the study guide.

145 requires some thought though near the end they did a massive clean up on the book.


170 Lga - you won't get the high time DFW or IAH turns out of the gate. Likely you'll be doing a lot of DCA hops. Also,any TA that's going to pass here is going to allow FO's to bid off the Q and 145. Right now they are seat locked and only get to move in "special situations". You may not be getting day trips like you want. The Delta 170 trips are a point of emphasis to actually lower the percentage of day trips to be more in line with the spirit of the contract. Some cannot go away but with the 9 170's being shifted over hopefully those go to bed somewhere other than CMH,IND, ORD or LGA.


145 - you can probably get JFK out of class. Trips are going to get better, they can't really get worse. 5:20 would be nice. 5 would be realistic. I doubt you see any 170 FO's transfer here. So you will just move up.

If I had my choice once I saw the TA, I'd go 145. Get off reserve and build your time. Easier airplane to fly when you are getting started.