Originally Posted by
Paok
What would you do? I live local to NYC, closer to Newark (much closer). Always wanted UAL but they never called. Is it better to turn down the process now to not burn a bridge or go through the selection process and potentially turn down the job? I know guys that burned bridges pre 9/11 and really hurt them later to try and get on with another airline. Don't want to do that. Some reasons I would chose UAL over Delta, closer base to home, more wide bodies, seems like a better contract than DAL, wife works at DAL (too many eggs in one basket?) uniforms, hotels, no training pay.... any input? Feeling very fortunate, been waiting for UAL forever but now have an upcoming Delta class! How far out is UAL interviewing and holding classes? I will start mid Nov-early Dec with Delta.
If you will be driving to work with either choice...you can't go wrong. There are some good reasons to go through the process with United. If you are nearby Newark, you are really gonna have an easy time on reserve...and as a line holder for as long as you live there. The relative movement at United could be a plus...or you can go be an MD88 captain and wear a double breasted jacket in JFK and LGA.
I think diversification is a much broader issue to consider. I would not base your decision on short term differences like new hire hotels or training pay. That's a blip on the radar in a 30 year career.