Originally Posted by
iFlyHi
If things were truthfully as bad as what has been described in this thread, why haven't you guys left? Don't give me the excuse nobody will hire you cause according to everyone here the free type rating is a golden ticket to JetBlue/Frontier/Spirit/whoever else. And if not, regionals are better than what has been described here so why not go there?
I think this thread is full of nonsense and there's nothing to see here. My advice if you're aiming for Allegiant don't let this thread deter you. And don't think I'm saying Allegiant is problem free because nobody is. But I find this thread to be misleading.
I did leave.
Those who I've remained in contact with found life to be MUCH better at reputable properly run airlines that balance the needs of their employees with those of the operation. They are hiring. It's not 2005 anymore.
Pilots have options. Allegiant actually works for some. If so, great. stay there. Just don't make the mistake orhers have made, hoping things would improve. They won't.
For those looking to leave, granted, it won't happen overnight, but the tide has turned and pilots are increasingly getting hired by companies that would not have even considered them 2 years ago. These companies recognize and reward their skills. In contrast, Allegiant management has shown nothing but contempt and disdain, driving away even the most senior of pilots.
Most of us that finally gave up on Allegiant came there with great hopes and aspirations too.