My paper work says from CBA 11 H 1d, beginning from check ride, its prorated from 0-1 $12,758 to 6 months of $7,438 and with 45 day notification its reduced by 50%. I think this is aircraft specific, and if not paid the pilot is also obligated to pay 20% of the lawyer and collection fees. I have no idea if this is legal or special to certain states for enforcement.

Figure it takes about about a year and half to get 1000 hours from indoc, but then your invested, unless something much better comes along. Who knows what upgrade time will be then maybe bad or not, that's the risk of choosing a regional. Each pilot must make a choice based on the information given and hope it's the right timing with growth and movement. Pay and flow are not the only thing to consider, a stable fiscally sound company, competitive airframe for majors needs, health insurance, 401, reserve rules, commuting, and crew bases are all things one must be willing to accept with the job. pilots at Mesa can help those thinking of making the leap to Mesa to be prepared for the first year.