Originally Posted by
RAGATO
Sully606,
I totally agree with your concerns and I think other do to. I think the info we are really looking for is a breakdown by Base and then each Aircraft analyzing what seniority # is
1. Lowest on the FO reserve list
2. Able to hold an FO line
3. Able to upgrade to Capt
4. Able to hold a Capt line
I believe this info will allow the new-hires to make better informed decisions on day-one as well as upcoming AEs. I know the decision will be difficult for my family. Maybe the JFK commute from TX is a good option to start. Hopefully, someone sitting reserve with a lot of time on their hands can help us out! Thanks!
I understand the newhires' apprehentions regarding base assignments. The decision making process for you and your family is critical. Having as much info as possible with the short timeline Delta gives to make your first base choice, it helps to have a game plan set when you report on that first day.
There are plenty of ways to get this information in generalities and most has been posted numerous times on this forum. I will get you anwsers to the first two questions later. The last two questions are all but impossible to anwser with anything close to certainty.
I was told 3 1/2 years to captain when I was hired. I could have held it at about 9 years and because of my wanting to stay senior I upgraded at 14 years. There is just too many variables to make a prediction.
I'm based in NYC on the ER and know many TX commuters. Most either want to fly international or think the commute is about the same as going to ATL. It depends on what city your commuting from in TX. I'm sure some Texas pilots can chime in.
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