Originally Posted by
CaptDave
First post but been "creepin" APC since 2006.
Long story short, worked at a few regionals throughout the years but thanks to poor managment, bankruptcies, and furloughs, my flight times are still pretty low for my experience. Typed on the three RJ's, part 135 and 121 experience. I want to get back to the airlines. This time, though, I'd like to make an informed decision on where I go instead of picking the first company that offers me a job.
Which brings me to this:
Which regional should I consider as a good one? I know there really is no such thing as a good regional. Just looking for insight in to
1. Quality of Life/Work Rules
2. Benefits: how good are they where you work?
3. Potential flow: yes/no?
4. Upgrade: with prior 121 how long, realistically?
5. Domiciles: Prefer something in Central time zone.
6. Pay: What is the approx NET income for 1st-3rd yr FO's?
Been to END, RAH and XJT in the past.
Preferred options:
1. Envoy
2. Skywest
3. Horizon
and maybe options:
4. Compass
6. Commutair
7. PSA
8. Piedmont
9. Mesa (but everyone in aviation knows their reputation).
1800TT
500tMEL
Three regionals and a 135 gig, three jet type ratings and only 1800TT and 500TMEL? Be prepared to explain that to the recruiters when you talk to them. I understand the lost decade was a different time, but don’t be surprised if their first reaction is to think you were terminated during probation at each airline until you explain it.
Are you flight current at the moment?
Depending on your answers, you may not get to pick who you get to work for for your first job back in 121 as much as the company may pick you...