I think I remember reading somewhere that the CQFO program was no more?
And as for Mesa's 12-month contract, with 45 days notice, any remaining time is cut by 50%. So if you work 4.5 months, drop your notice, and leave at the 6 month point, you'll only owe $3,000. And your next job will likely come with a bonus, so that should more than cover the $3K. On top of that, I suspect you'll get more hours at Mesa than at several other regionals on those first 6 months (or up to 2 years, depending on which rumors you believe).
Originally Posted by
greenleaf
On the topic of upgrades at various regionals I've been doing a lot of research but going around in circles. I'm getting back into flying after an absence so I have plenty of part 121 time and looking at a regional with good 1st year pay and a chance to upgrade fast (since I already have the time).
TSA is looking good with the CQFO so i'll make 50k as a FO first year and upgrade is 1-1.5years from what I see.
I have ruled out MESA due to 1 year contract and aprox 20-22K first year pay although upgrade could be 1-1.5years.
PSA?? i'm lost. Some people are saying you sit reserve for 6 months and others saying upgrade in 1 year?? whats the go?
These regionals seem to be hit or miss. today what is good is bad tomorrow and what is bad today good tomorrow. Go figure
thanks,
any thoughts..