Originally Posted by
galaxy51
You don't need 500 jet to be an FO. There is a 500 her Jet PIC requirement to be an Excel PIC, they are moving over guys that can upgrade quickly, otherwise they would need to hire a good number of street Captains. BTW this is a requirement from the same client that owns the aircraft and pays the salaries.
Look at the big picture, trey are taking delivery of 5 unexpected King Airs, 5 new Excels, and switching to a new schedule that demands a significant increase in staffing all at the same time.
Okay, so what are the chances of being hired into the Excel as a Captain or how long can one expect until upgrade?
Prior 121/135 experience,
5500TT, 3300 Jet, 1860 Jet PIC, 2000, Turbo prop time.