Originally Posted by
Braniff DC8
Garrett, firstly, do you have the time for DEC? As a regional FO you might not get DEC. Secondly, I would not leave Mesa for Gojets. It's a lateral move and starting over, bottom of the list, is a bad idea.
Now, if you really want to leave, go somewhere where you might get something out of it like Piedmont or PSA or even Envoy. Endeavor and Commutair don't have flows but at least you'll get a shot at U or D.
Also consider that you need to explain moving around. My advice is to stay put, take the upgrade when it comes, build your pic, start applying to the majors, and right now, then move on.
I know the frustratiin but try not to be impetious and make poor career decisions. Mesa to Gojets would be a poor career decision.
Hang in there and best of luck.
yes I meet DEC requirements. Have been talking to the recruiter. He knows I'm not coming to GoJet as an FO.
I hear you but I have these thoughts -
Do we agree that 121 PIC time is the holy grail of a pilots logbook? Second only to heavy international 121 PIC. When Delta scored my app and didn't chose me for an interview I had 2400TT. Now pretend I had 4000TT and 1000 121 PIC. Do you agree my chances of landing an interview would have been significantly greater? Not to mention the extra $70,000 I'd make which would allow me to move out of my parents house and the healthcare I would have vs not having now. When I apply to any pilot job whether it be on climbto350.com or airline apps - Turbine PIC seems to open the doors to higher level positions. Why am I making $25k and not logging PIC time when I can make 3 times that, have healthcare, and log the flight time that opens every door there is in aviation? I'm not sure what sitting tight at Mesa or any other regional as an FO does for me when this opportunity has presented itself. Thoughts/input is welcomed.