Originally Posted by
Clue32
Thank you all for the clarification on the vesting times for the Bonuses. I've got 5500+TT but most of that is in King Airs. I need 500+ Jet for my preferred "career airline" and have been looking at regionals for the hours to complete the required experience. AW was topping the list due to first year pay, but I'm going to do some reordering now that I know that 26k requires a 2 year commitment.
Just defer it all. If you leave before one year no harm no foul. If you happen to get stuck you get it all in 12 installments months 13-24. Nearly every veteran does it this way and leaves once the big 3 call. Helps on taxes too as it can spread to money out over 2 income tax years.