Originally Posted by Andytcsi

PHL is Piedmont's base for the 145 that they are converting to. PDT will open another base but will definitely keep PHL for the foreseeable future. Barring any major unforeseen economic changes etc. the merry go round should be spinning pretty good for quite a few years. I'd start busting a move on it. Get over 500 hrs and some more options open up for you via pipeline patrol, forestry, etc that can crank out 800-1000 hrs in a year.

Don't worry about the ATP (or the other ratings for that matter), the regional will cover the ATP stuff. just get flying and build hours.

Where out from Philly do you live? Might help in suggesting possible jobs for you to look at.