Hello everyone,

So not an easy topic for some, but I recently resigned from SWA in my first year due to dealing with addiction problems. I had tried take time off during the last few months I was as SWA, but my issues that were affecting my marriage, my family, soon came to affecting my job. I couldn't get much time off due being on probation, so I decided to resign to take care of myself and my family. I originally went to SWA, with the hopes of going to UAL or DL, but life happens and my addiction had different plans...

Now as I learn to heal and go through addiction programs, I eventually want to get back to flying, but feel being unemployed is going to lower my chances at getting back to an airline. Should I look at going to any other 121 operator, or going back to a regional (which may be quicker) to build more PIC time in order to get a chance with UAL or DL. I can always reapply to SWA after a certain time has lapsed, but not unless I really have to.

Thanks in advance for the help and advice from people who have or know people who have gone through the HIMS program or similar experiences.