How Do I Get To Alaska?
Mil pilot looking to get out and get an ATP, hours in a regional. My goal is get into a PNW regional (Preferably Compass or Horizon) and stay there until I am competitive for either Alaska or Delta. I am trying to move to Seattle.
I understand every place has its issues, but a Major is a Major is a Major. Especially if I'm on the outside wanting to be on the inside.
I met with a career counselor and he advised that once I get into a regional I make captain as quickly as possible and then obtain 1000 hours TPIC as captain ASAP. At that point majors MIGHT start to look at me. I am 27, and I suspect I may be spending anywhere from 10 to 25 years before getting called by a major.
Assuming I can get into a regional, what can I do once I am there to improve my chances and make myself more competitive for Alaska?
Ho Do I Get To Alaska?