Originally Posted by
jalco4
I had a similar choice to make. Sounds like the drive is a factor, but all else being equal, try to jumpseat a few times and get a sense of cockpit culture and procedure culture.
From my observations, Delta crews had far less callouts and "looser" briefings. United crews had more callouts and briefed off of cards. The PM also seems to take a much more active vs. traditional role at United e.g. setting altitudes, calling "gear up."
Minor things but again, could sway an otherwise equal decision.
I just flew with a new hire who left Delta after only 6 months employment. His biggest factor was wanting to live in a UA base, but his opinion was that the culture at United was much more laid back than Delta. Personally, I think we're all the same and living where you want to is the biggest determination as to what makes one company "better" than the others. Life at a legacy, any legacy, is a good gig.