How hard is it (as a new hire) to get IAH as a base. I would like to apply to Republic, but I am 46 with a family in Houston, base assignment would be important to me.

1) I will not relocate my family
2) I do not want to spend all of my days off commuting.

Also can someone explain the travel benefits at Republic. Do the benefits extended up to the Majors (Continental here in Houston)?

Up until now I had only considered Express Jet for all of the above listed reasons. However if I could hold IAH with Republic I would submit my resume.

Thanks in advance for all replies.