Originally Posted by highflyer1980

I agree with this statement. I've noticed more "where should I go?" threads have popped up again. More about asking of making lateral moves. In my experience the key to a better success in the regional world is that quote. I started in Mesa then had enough and moved to Eagle. Even though the seniority lost during that transition was substantial, I still believe it was a smart move. Contract was a great IMPROVEMENT. (2007)

Today? I really don't know. I have lost touch with any Mesa buddies. But this is great advice for any prospective pilot. I do slightly sympathize with the "waiters" because I also did my time in turboprops. That was one of my key reasons why I left Mesa as well. Tired of either being completely frozen during winter, or losing 10lbs of water weight during the summer. (Dash8-100s) Pax always freaking out and complaining because it's a flying boat. (I had an American guy call us a "mosquito" on JFK ground freq. LOL)

However, passing up the 145, because it's a 50 seater is ludicrously dumb. If you want to complain about an airplane, fly a turboprop that is as old as the MD80. Or better yet, a C172!! LOL.... Be happy you at least got hired.