Originally Posted by
Quarryman
I'm at a loss as to what makes the E175 this wonder jet of the modern age? Pay me what I am worth and I will fly your 172 around. The airframe type is NOT a benefit unless someone can explain to me what's so special about this mystical chariot of the heavens?
Just throwing my two cents in: I went from the 145 to 175. Before I was crediting around 75 hours with 12-13 days off and now I'm averaging a little more than 80 hours with 14-16 days off. The airplane does matter when it comes to scheduling efficiencies and the routes they are chosen to fly. The same argument could be made for the crj 7 and 9's.
Is it worth it to go to a regional with substandard pay and benefits to fly a 175? Definitely not. Is under the wing jet time going to get you more ladies or an interview at mainline? Most likely not. At least it can get you a few more days off a month.