Originally Posted by
MarineFAC
It's a risk vs security question. I was in the same place a 15 months ago; go fly a BBJ and Challenger in the Pacific Northwest or take the offer from major. With two kids to get through college I took job at a major.
My decision was somewhat validated by a guy in my new hire class. He was a retired USAF O-5 that finished his career flying G4/5's and was hired to be the chief pilot for a major retailer that operated the same equipment. Everything was fine until a new COO showed up and wanted his guy to be the chief pilot.
I am sure the flying at a corporate department/private owner is far more interesting/dynamic, but it is hard to beat the security of strong union and well run company. Best of luck to you.
Great story to share, thank you. I'm fortunate to have a spot at a Major and an offer from a strong corporate, but both (NAI or new COO/CEO influence) are far from bulletproof. Guess I'm looking at it under the assumption that both would survive for 10-12 years.