Originally Posted by
WhenPigsFLy
Guys have been forced to anc in every class. You will train in anc and be locked for 18 months after release to the line. Plus one bid a year, so if you just miss it then add 12 months plus time to start trng 2-4 month.
Best case 18-22 months in anc
Worst case 32-34 months in anc
All the time junior
This isn't entirely true.
1) Some crewmembers have bid ANC and have not been forced there.
2) The "seat lock" (not domicile lock) begins on the first day of employment, not when released to the line.
3) MD crewmembers could potentially bid for and be awarded SDF before ever stepping foot in ANC. 74Y, not so much.
4) Not all ANC crewmembers are receiving initial training in ANC. Most of the MD crewmembers from from the February 27 class (all awarded ANC) are training in SDF, for instance.
5) The 2017 ANC MD hires have much better seniority than the SDF hires.
There are pros and cons of both domiciles. If an easy commute is your priority, SDF is probably a better choice, depending on where you live. For those coming aboard soon, be careful what you ask for, you just might get it.
RB