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This unique program allows experienced pilots join GoJet as a Captain, rather than a First Officer. This program is ideal for First Officers at other regionals who meet Captain requirements, but are facing long upgrade times. Direct Entry Captains with a current 121 type rating are eligible for $15,000 in new hire bonuses and may join carry over experience from another carrier at a rate of 1:1. Direct Entry Captains with a current 121 type rating are also eligible for up to six months of early seniority.
Hmmm.. Can you show up here with a EMB 145 type rating (and required 1000 sic) having never flown a CRJ, and go straight to CRJ Captain?
It really isn't all that uncommon to go directly to the captain seat of an airplane you haven't flown. I've done it 4 times in my career.