I went through this same decision. I chose SkyWest simply because of captain upgrade time. ExpressJet upgrade time is 5-6 years, recruiters will tell you it’s shrinking and I have no doubts it is,but until it is around 2 years it’s just too long compared to other companies at the moment. But you could get in at ExpressJet and interview with United and go right seat to right seat over to United in 3 years.

I got DFW at SkyWest before I was even out of IOE. When I upgrade (I’m thinking around 18-24 month mark) I’ll be close to holding DFW as a CA.

Honestly I think they’re both great companies, it’s just personal opinion and what you want.


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