Originally Posted by
jamieredding01
thanxs for the input guys...any idea on the cost of living in Puerto Rico? Will I need to get a second job? How long would you be on reserve for? Luckily I know how to surf a little bit...just need to learn spanish. Big part of the reason I want to move there is for the surfing and different aspect of life and of course flying!! Do you think this would be a good career move flying the ATR or would it be better flying the EMJ or CRJ? Also, how come the overnights suck? What's wrong with them? Sorry for the questions...but being from England, all this info. is very helpful!! Plus, apart from just these specifics (and I'm sure this has been covered in some other discussions), but is AE a good choice or not for a 900/90 pilot like myself?
Most of the ATR overnights are short (8-10hrs) so they suck for that reason. I would definitely go for the ATR first, then transfer to the jet if you want after a year. 1st year pay is the same no matter what a/c you are in. Reserve in SJU is very short 1-3months tops and they are short staffed. They will guarantee you your base when you go for an interview, just tell them where you want to go.