Originally Posted by
BHopper88
ok being that i have never lived in California, all the bases in the EMB120 and choosing a base to start out of, i could use some advice.
I get FAT is the junior base and you have the least amout of reserve time, but my question would be outside of commuting (not really wanting to do it) what base would be a somewhat fun place to live out of.
Im sure living in PSP would be fun, but man i cant imagine how hot the summers would be.
Of those that fly the EMB120 what would be some of the best bases to possibly live out of compared to reserve time as an FO.
Not an EMB guy, but I can tell you about the Cali towns...they are all expensive, so I'll reference them in relative terms.
FAT: The Hood. If you have time off waiting for IOE, take a spanish class. Maybe do FFDO training to get the free gun. Cheapest in Cali.
SMF: Fairly big city, with all the usual ameneties, but out in the sticks. Reasonably priced.
SBA: Really nice small town, beaches, UCSB, atmosphere, expensive.
SAN: Like SBA, but big city. Would be my #1 choice, but it's pretty expensive.
LAX: Expensive, few redeeming qualities IMO. Only the natives really appreciate it.
PSP: Nice resort town atmosphere, not too expensive in some areas. Easy drive to SAN, LA, or LAS on your days off. Hotter than blazes MAY-OCT.
MRY: Nice smallish coastal town, close to the bay area, expensive.
SBP: Nice small college town, relatively affordable, in the middle of nowhere.