Originally Posted by
Dedi
Have BI starting in a couple months and was told that the 756 SFO and EWR might go to new hires. Could someone share their take/experience as a new hire on that fleet? Snapshots of the types of trips they do would be great! Thanks, guys!
I'd bid 737 at your base of choice and then get your feet wet actually flying a jet for United. You can always bid to a higher BES ANYTIME after your hired... so why tie your hands with a 756 on day 1 if given the choice? Fact is that you will be a line holder on the 737 much quicker... if you bid 756 you will always be the bunkie (never touch the yoke) and on reserve for a year/two at best.
Pay is really a non issue also the first couple years... so enjoy yourself and start by flying the line.