Sierra - I've been out of the regional game a while but I do know that you will need some more fixed wing time. Your PIC helo should help and you can get your ATP MEL (or Comm) MEL without ever getting a SEL rating. Try and beg some C 12 time somewhere if that's possible. Helos are cool and I know they take a lot of skill to fly but they have never had the respect with the airlines that they deserve. I used to have a lot of ex-army CWOs flying with me at the regional to build some f/w time.