Originally Posted by
Skybound12
Hey everyone, I have an interview with United coming up soon. I was wondering how the QOL would be if you live relatively close to EWR. I’m about 45 min or so driving distance so I definitely prefer it. How is the trip mix on the 737? Is it easy to get 2 day trips or even a few turns a month if you want them with a little seniority? Thanks!
I live 28 mins away from the employee lot in a great small town. I moved here last year from Florida as the commute absolutely sucked and it has made a huge difference for me.
Full disclosure, only been here 4 years, never been based anywhere else and I’ve only flown the 737, but from my experience and what I’ve been told by many others, the 737 trip mix here is the best in the system. Awesome trips, great variety, with a bit of seniority turns are very attainable. My biggest stressor is flying back into EWR and hoping for something other than a sh!t sandwich, although I feel like it’s far better since the mega-meltdown in June/July.
I can hold a decent line on the WB now but I literally get everything I want on my bid and tons of time off, QOL is my driver so I’ll stay here for at least a couple more years. Let me know if you have any specific questions.