IMHO, 1000 PIC ain't what it used to be. Sure, you meet the minimums (I know, if the minimums weren't good enough, they wouldn't be the minimums), but is that competitive? Do you have help at other airlines where 1000 PIC will be enough? Is 1500, 2000 enough? What are your peers getting hired with?

Last year, SWA raised it to 1300. It's back to 1000, but what if airlines raise it to 1500? I don't know if I could turn down a legacy to wait for a number that may or may not be enough in the future. In the end, do what's best for you and yours.

As far as the USAir guy, let's be honest. Prior to 9/11, who would've waited for 1000 PIC if a legacy called? There are a lot of people at UPS who were hired prior without 1000 PIC turbine.