I left SWA at just under six years and went to Widget. At my age it’s a crapshoot if I’ll see WB A, but I’ll hold NB A relatively quickly and/or WB B in short order as well. Biggest gain to me is that I can have my cake and eat it too (barring a cataclysmic event). Enjoy the life and pretty good coin of wide body FO and/or the financial gains as a narrow body Captain.

The transition to Widget has been easy, indoc quick and efficient, and now just enjoying days off while I wait for sims. Everyone I’ve met so far has been very nice, helpful, and professional.

At 7 years in, being able to hold CA at SWA would be a very difficult move to make. I was just below holding upgrade and it was super difficult for me. I’ll let you know at retirement if I made a good move, but for today I’m enjoying my new home, even though being a new hire isn’t glamorous. 🤪. Happy to discuss and share my path privately if it would help. Wish you luck in your journey.

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