Originally Posted by
Hedley
That all depends on where you place your priorities. If where you live is more important, pick a base that you like, stay local, and bid WB in that base when you have the seniority of your choosing. If what you fly is more important, I'd guess SFO and then EWR would be the best options. Just remember that a career is a marathon and not a sprint. My advice would be to bid what will provide you and your family a happy life outside of work. The wide bodies aren't going anywhere, enjoy the ride and bid up when the time is right.
100% agree. It seems like a WB would give the best family life in the long run, as it seems the trips are longer but less frequent, correct? So, it usually means more days at home? And, As my son is almost 12 (and my wife and I are not likely to remain married), I'm also thinking long-term. When he is out on his own, I'd like to be in a position that I will enjoy and that will give me the best opportunity to travel while also allowing me to see him as much as he wants (or doesn't want).