Originally Posted by
35Right
I'm coming from Part 91 as well, contemplating a move to 121. We currently fly about 100 hrs a year, trending downward as time goes on. I need to fly, both for my professional progression and for my own state of mind
. I have a wife and young daughter, and the move to a regional would be a 50% pay cut first year just going off of monthly guarantee.
Has anyone been in a similar situation? I feel like if I'm not flying, the world is passing me by. However, a 50% pay cut is a kick in the teeth.
Do it. Rip off the bandaid and plow forward. Decide where you want to end up as your career airline, and work backwards from there to make a move where you most need to be now.
If you want to go to a major (legacy or LCC) absolutely go to a regional, get your time, and get out!
Also, don't get comfy until you reach that goal. Take the upgrade at the first chance even though going from a senior FO to a junior CA will most certainly sting for a bit!