Originally Posted by
tnkrdrvr
..Two points on this topic when it comes to guys on first year: the first is that Reserve frequently goes senior so you may not be able to hold it (very fleet dependent), the second is that first year pay is so low that financially you are better off pursuing other income sources on your off days..
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Probationary pilots should probably focus on limiting their exposure during their first year here. I wouldn’t pick up any open time (except for trading and only to improve my commuting options). Also, I wouldn’t agree to any Fly-no-Pay legs while on probation.
As you all know, it’s very difficult to get this job - why risk it for a few bucks? I’d much rather take a second job for the first year..
If you end up screwing up somehow and the company chooses to fire you the union has absolutely zero say in the process. Once off probation the union can and will fight for you.
Just something to consider..