Originally Posted by
Dubz
I can understand that perspective; in that case go somewhere with the quick upgrade, fly as an FO until you are comfortable again and then upgrade. Wouldn't that resolve half of the 1st year FO pay situation?
I haven't applied to the regionals, yet, because of the pay. I have looked at the DEC programs (CQFO at TSA and PSA's DEC), but those would involve commuting from where I live. And from what everyone is saying on these forums is these aren't even guaranteed.
Currently, I'm locked in where I live. There are regionals with bases in my area and/or a short commute, but I don't want to get caught up in chasing the golden upgrade carrot. One regional may be 1 or 2 years upgarde today, but a year from now, it could be a completely different picture. Been there, done that. I'm currently in the interview mix for a large 135 operator (with an internal rec).
Other than that, I haven't received much interest in other applications. I'm assuming due to lack of recency. I was offered a job with a FedEx feeder (C208- SE turbine PIC!), but declined. In the meantime, I am flying to stay current and IFR proficient. There are a lot of jobs out there, just not in my immediate area. I'm also looking at additional homebasing options, but there are not many.