Originally Posted by
jetlag q
When you’re in an orientation class and one of your coworkers hasn’t flown in 7 years that speaks volumes to how desperate companies are for “Talent”.
When regionals are willing to train helicopter pilots and foot the bill. In my opinion that speaks volumes on how desperate companies are for talent.
Getting tired of this narrative.
Regionals aren't exactly "footing the bill" for us rotor pilots. The training funds usually come in lieu of a new hire bonus. So it is the individual pilot who pays in the end.
The opportunity for commercial helicopter pilots to convert to airplane ATP and go fly for a regional is not new. It just wasn't economically worthwhile for us to do so, until very recently.
And in terms of talent, I might only speak for myself, but I'm taking to it just fine thank you.