Originally Posted by
ImPilot I Fly
I have a CTP and a CRJ class date with OO, CTP starts on the 12th. C5 has been recruiting me over the past couple weeks. Myrna and I have been playing phone tag for a week or so. Some people on the forums have reached out via PM telling me all about C5. I'm early 30s. 3700tt2600MutliSic from previous 121. I live in the Midwest, ORD is an easy commute but am wanting to move out west. I would move anywhere. No family. A big part of me says stick with OO due to size and base options and stability, not a horrible place to be if I never get called up. But the opportunity to jump on the top of small growing list with a CPP with United and upgrade more quickly is attractive. What's a pilot to do? Cordial pros and cons would be appreciated. Blatant negativity is not needed. Thanks..
If you want to move out west compass has LAX/SEA, either of them can be obtained as a new hire. Smaller pilot group so you don't have to go through 2000 pilots to get I the left seat. 10 lifers, not 1000 like SKW. So all but 10 of the pilots are trying to get out. You won't fly with a younger crowd there too! If you have prior 121 you could upgrade within a year most likely. Typical upgrade for prior 121 has been 6-9mo from hire date. Since west coast bases are Jr you won't sit reserve for years before you see a line either.