Okay, so having interviewed with both, I now have offers from both. I am leaning towards PSA for no reason other than I think the commute will be better for me. I live midway between DC and Charlotte, so I could easily drive to either if necessary. And with family in DC, I wouldn't need a crash pad if I successfully bid there. None of Envoy's bases provide this level of convenience.

Reading through these forums and other online sources, it is hard to say which airline is the better option for a new hire. The programs look pretty similar, and upgrade times look about the same. Frankly, as a former military helicopter pilot, this is all very overwhelming.

My goal is to fly regional and then apply to other carriers or move to corporate as soon as I have the hours. So, I am not terribly concerned about flow to American.

I know these questions often degenerate quickly, but I am hoping someone can help me gain confidence in my decision. As Envoy pilots or followers, can you tell me why I might choose Envoy despite the commute issue? What as a newbie in this industry am I overlooking?

Thanks for the help.