Originally Posted by 135tankerdriver

Non-current and looking to transition to one of the major airlines as soon as possible and just wondering what are some good options that could get me there the quickest without too much of suffering.

Rough numbers:
3,000 ME turbine time
2,000 PIC
1,000 Instructor
Safety Experience
Out of the cockpit 2 years

Thinking about moving to NM to be close to fam so I’m guessing Pheonix or Denver would be my best options to be based out of and assuming California and Texas would work as well. But open to suggestions.

So based on the above info what are my best flying options or do I take the first place who hires me with in reason.

Are ACMIs (ATI, etc) and ULCCs (Spirit, etc) hiring non-current mil guys?

Also, should I pay for my ATP-CTP if I have the option to have it paid for by who hires me? I’m assuming I’d have some sort of commitment if they are giving me an ATP but I know what assume does. Either way I want to stay away from commitments and contracts if I can, unless someone can talk me into it making sense. My thought is if the airline of my dreams calls I want to be able to pack up my bags and leave when I want to and the sooner I can get my ATP the sooner I can get apps out there for the majors.

Thanks!