Originally Posted by
CALTEX
I guess I just don't see the difference between someone upgrading on an E-175 and E-190 and an MD80 or 737. Is it the extra 40 or so seats that make it more difficult? Is it the extra flight attendant? I am not saying that PIC is worthless? I am just saying that PIC at a regional and PIC at a major is THE SAME THING!
I hear ya and can feel your frustration. Personally I've flown the E-145 and the 737. The 73 took me back to my turbo prop days. Sytems and presentation are "old school" where as the Embraer jets lesson the workload thru automation. I've never flown the MD80 but I think it has more in comon with a 737 than an Embraer.
Having said that not all airlines require turbine PIC but it's a standard that has been set that I don't think is going to change anytime soon. Not sure where you sit at your company but as an RJ F/O I thought I was pretty hot stuff. Once I upgraded I realized I had lots to learn and still feel that way now. Your time will come and there will be a day which will test you and your crew to it's limits. Be hopefull that you have a bucket full of experience to draw from to get you through it.
Good luck with your career.