Originally Posted by
ncpilot1996
Yeah, I get that very often when I tell people I am 19 with a BS degree, I have thought about joining the USCG or the another branch of the military but they are always so shady about flight slots. I would hate to join and then not get to fly, I think I would prefer to stay in the civilian world. I work full time as an instructor. I suspect I will have surpassed the ATP Minimums by at least 800-1000 hours once I turn 23.
So here's a thought. 23 years old with 2,500 flight hours. What would be my best bet? Airlines or stick with corporate?
Quickest path to a Major airline is to go Guard/Reserves, accumulate 750hrs total time, get your restricted ATP, and then go to work for a Regional and continue to fly at your Guard/Reserve job until a Major calls.
That allows you to check both the military and 121 box and vastly reduces the amount of hours you need to get a call.