Originally Posted by
UtahGetMe2
My SS is really low. It's in the hundreds...i.e. it starts with a zero. My goal is to be NYC-based. I know there are many variables at play, but can anyone speculate on if I'd be able to get NYC? Are there other bases/aircraft that are generally less desirable than NYC so that the most junior guy (...likely me...) could get it?
If I got, for example, a DTW 717, can anyone estimate how long to change to NYC? Thanks
Here's the deal, every class is different, both in options available and preferences within the class. My class the plugs got SEA220 and they all wanted ATL, so NYC would have been better for them.
Generally speaking people choose base first, equipment second. If you get stuck with something like the 320 or 73N you'll be able to bid and very likely get NYC once the next AE comes out. If you get something like DTW717 (not available in NYC) then you will have to wait for an AE after a year before you can use your new hire exemption to break seat lock to bid something else available in NYC.