Originally Posted by
RabidW0mbat
That questions is essentially the same as going to a classic car show and asking everyone there what the best car is. The answers will range widely based on each persons preferences / etc. My advice, pick a regional with a strong contract, good work rules, regardless of the equipment. If the economy tanked and all movement stopped, where would you be ok with being stuck for 10 years or more?
Meh. In this climate it's legit to balance risk of getting stuck somewhere vs. career progression. Ultimately up to your personal risk tolerance but it would take a very bad economic turn to wipe out the retirement-induced hiring to come.
I'd be more inclined to consider domicile geography, worst case if you get stuck you can make up for a lot of low pay and QOL by living in base. Very few regionals offer circumstances which are good enough to commute for vs. living in base at another regional.