Originally Posted by rbigred300

If you get 717 or 88s out of NYC, about how long right now before you get to "really good" seniority and what would you consider that...top 20%? At that point what are the true benefits? People say it gives you the power to choose weekends off or holidays off...I'm guessing you can also choose where you are going and to some extent what hours you are flying. An example of a good seniority trip/line would be great. Also if you have great seniority and you choose a reserve line does that mean you fly less or would that actually make your schedule worse for you than if you picked your line? I'm just trying to get an idea of how good life can be when you are senior on a junior aircraft. I'm sure it's always tempting to chase the money but for me QOL would be much more important.