Originally Posted by
Birdstrikes
There will be ongoing hiring into the 737 due to growth and attrition. If you meet the minimums you'll probably be an off-the street-captain on the 737. As Rob explained though, expect a lengthy sit between training events. There will also be a new hire class for the 777 in January for anybody interested. Training is less backed up on the triple side of the house.
I apologize if I'm sticking my nose where it doesn't belong; but, I just have to ask. Why would a guy go to Southern, even as a street captain, when they can just walk next door and go to Atlas? I was looking at the rates, crt, work rules ect and the math just doesn't make sense to me.
It's not really the same argument as asking a guy at Atlas why He's not leaving for Fed Ex, Delta ect.. there's allot of us that are trying that route and it's still pretty difficult to get an interview there.. This is a different argument because, right now, Atlas is hiring anyone who meets their requirements and has a pulse.
The guys at the schoolhouse are saying they were told they want 2000 pilots by next year.