Originally Posted by
david1701
The goal is a major 121. Right now I'm deciding whether I want to persue a regional or an ACMI to get there.
I'm in my early 30s and very mobile.
3200 TT ATP
900 Turboprop
600 scheduled 135 in Navajos
1700 in Alaska.
All PIC.
I'd like to live somewhere warm if it works out but time off is probably my #1 QOL factor. I love travelling around the world, that's why ACMI looks so appealing. I work a 15 on /15 off gig right now that works great for that, but I'm sick of the cold and the deathtrap flying. Also, I'd like to have time to work on my degree.
Recommend a regional! Sell me on Atlas! Should I try Netjets? Anything helps guys.
Thanks
I'm at USA Jet and like the ACMI life. Pay is good from the start, much better than the regional, and 14 days off guaranteed per month (they can buy days, but 100% your choice). You can space them pretty much anyway that you like. Same time zone usually, DC-9, MD-80, 727. Absolutely none of the hassles associated with the commuters and none of the hazardous duty associated with the larger ACMIs. Good place, but as always, your mileage may vary.