Originally Posted by
Jake17
Just applied through the site. Want to relocate back to Tampa, flying charter in Cali in my hometown right now. Environment and QOL sounds pleasant for a young family, wondering about pay, upgrade time (been multi turbine PIC for a couple years), and base seniority. Any info is much appreciated. 🤙
Sounds like you applied for the 190. Seniority is TPA MSY CHS ORF, I believe (it keeps changing)
TPA is the most senior base. Popular with in base and commuter pilots. Probably the most productive base. Most likely take at least 6 months if not longer to get in.
Pay is abysmal specially for FO’s. They keep saying there’s a raise coming but for now it’s terrible.
The guys who live in base love it and have great QOL. Most open time is picked up for double time + $500. So there’s opportunities to make extra dough.
PBS has really improved the QOL for the top 50% in each base. The bottom is getting scraps. Upgrade time is between 8-12 months.
Better than a regional (specially if you live in base) still a long way to go to even come close to the other LCC’s