Originally Posted by BTSniper

For a Direct Entry Captain which of these two regionals do you think would be better quality of life for someone living in PDX?

As a Captain, which regional would get me based in PDX the soonest? Horizon or SkyWest?

Of the two, which one would be worse for the time spent commuting before getting PDX based? Imagine commuting from PDX to MFD at Horizon vs. PDX to DTW, DFW, MSP, ORD, ATL or IAH for SkyWest!

What makes either one better or worse than the other?

I don't need to hear about Delta or LCCs, I have been out of the industry for more than 10 years, I have 15-20 years left in this career. I like the idea of starting out again at a regional at 9 year captain salary, unless you all really think it is crazy to fly for the next 10-20 years making an average of $200/hr from day one as captain at a regional, driving to work.

I suppose if Alaska airlines was a goal, one would not apply to Horizon, and same goes for Delta or United applying at SkyWest.

Last question.... why does Skywest fly so much of Alaska/Horizon's routes? Does anyone imagine Horizon will pick up more of this flying and Skywest less? Is it beneficial for Alaska to have SkyWest or Horizon fly these routes?

Thanks

BT