Originally Posted by
SnowmanKiller
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. However I don't think I could say no to any major. 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 any Major?
Ho Do I Get To YOUR Major?
If you’re 27 years old and a winged aviator, if you’re current when you superate you’re qualified. Judging by your age you’ve got a few years to MSR. Only guys going to the regionals are the ones who were flying a desk and need to get current, or the ones who haven’t been called yet and need a paycheck.
Either way, if anyone said you need to do 10-25 years at a regional, they’re either severely misinformed, trying to actively dissuade you, or a complete moron.