Originally Posted by
aupilot
I would also like the ATL base and have the opportunity for an initial interview in NYC next month. I am on the fence about whether or not to go because of my current position. I work at AirTran and going to Cathay would be an $80k to $100k/yr pay cut for the first 3 to 4 years.
I can't leave ATL for at least 9 years for several reasons, but mainly because of the situation with my step children. Eventually my wife and I would love to relocate.
Is it possible to commute to ORD or JFK? If so, what is the best way since you can't jumpseat?
What is the upgrade time on the freighter side in the U.S.?
I think you need to ask yourself why you would want to leave a very well paying job, where(it sounds like) you are based at home? At CX, you will initially take a pay cut that WILL take a few years to get back to. Infact i think it would take alot of years to get back to. Plus, there are guys that have been here a while still waiting on ATL. Unless, you are convinced your current employer is going out of biz or something I'd be careful. Anyway, go to the interview....your looking at approx one year from first interview to class if your successful so you will have PLENTY of time to decide. Good luck.
PS...if you do get it, and get based at home, it is very nice.