Originally Posted by
PacNW
Hey firefighterpilot,
I haven't logged onto this site in years until a few days ago after catching up with some buddies that are now with legacy/major carriers.
Coincidentally enough I am in the EXACT same position as you. Same age, wife & kids, BS in aviation, same amount of total time with 1000 TPIC, left XJT in 2011 (LAX/ORD based) and got on with the fire dept. Sounds like you stole my identity! : )
Like you I enjoy my job, my crew, getting to do some good in the community, and of course driving the big red truck! But the love of flying has never gone away. I'm also looking to see what the best decisions are careerwise since this industry has changed quite a bit since we left. I'm interested to hear what your thoughts and plans are after researching the current hiring opportunities. Feel free to shoot me a PM if you ever want to chat and bounce ideas off each other!
-PacNW
That’s awesome man. Do you work in California? You need a few more post before I can pm you. It’s a tough decision for sure I just don’t think I can afford working for a regional again like I did in my 20s.