906th from 95-99. Welcome. Job is not glamorus, being in a union is weird. Airlines/Unions manage people they do not lead them. Get the 737 if able better trips. Seems like a strong company, I suspect there will be lots of changes in the near future. Airtran needs more pilot bases, and could use some innovation in the way it schdules (reactive rather than proactive)
My 737 training program was great, never felt more prepared for a check ride. You need to study though. Most of the pilots 98% are at least good guys.
My only complaint is commutting from the west coast, but I accepted the job so it is my cross to hoist. If you can gut out reserve it is not bad.
Lots of current ex tanker, fighter guys here
Welcome email me if you have any questions