Originally Posted by navyman_tx
P.S. The wife is catching on about the pay and is starting to get pretty ****ed. She is a math and economics major who looks at the big picture and the low pay!!!!
Actually the best regional may not be what you think. For you, it may not be about hours, it may be about quality of life. Or some combination of both. The wife may not mind the small paycheck as long as you're home often enough for her to remind you of it.
I had a 2-leg commute as a first year FO. I recently moved within driving distance of my domicile and life on reserve is so much better. Consider the QOL factors when choosing a regional/freight job not just the upgrade time, etc.
Plan on instructing for 1-2 years. If it ends up being less, fantastic, at least you are mentaly prepared. Most regionals are hiring at 1000/100 now, but in two years that could all change. Anything can change in two years. Todays winner could be tomorrows chump!
Good luck, enjoy the ride!