Hi,
I’m approaching the end of my Air Force pilot commitment and looking for intelligent/candid advice as I prepare to embark on a career in the airlines where my goal is to get to the majors. I was an aircraft commander in C-17 where I accrued a total of 1,350 hours (653 PIC, 464 SIC, 233 OTH).
1. Due to my low hours in the C-17, I imagine I will have to fly for the regionals first to build 121 PIC time. If I perform well, how long would it realistically take to build enough quality time to get the majors? How many hours until someone like me would be considered competitive?
2. Do Air Force pilots with global mobility experience (i.e. C-17) have any sort of advantage in getting to the majors?
3. What is the most realistic way for me to get to the majors and what, in your experience, might that roadmap/timeline look like?
Thanx
Bruh