Just an FYI:

Compass is hiring. First class started last week, classes this week and each following week until they get the 60-100 pilots they need.

I hadn't planned on taking a job with another regional, but that was the hand I was dealt. I was working for a failing airline (Mesa), and had to get out when I could and start over somewhere else.

CPZ says an ATP is preferred, but as long as you have your ATP written done, you'll get your ATP from the company (free) along with your 170/190 type-rating when you complete new hire training.

In regards to the hotel during training. It's a bummer, but its pretty do-able. Rates at hotels (that provide transport to the training center) range from $30-55/night, and if you split it with someone in your class it gets affordable quickly.

Even at the most expensive hotel ($55), that's $140 per week (split between 2 people). 5 nights per week (commute home on the weekends, get your ID on day one). Compass is AQP so the training program is 4 weeks long.

$140 x 4 = $560. Your first paycheck (15 hours worth during the 30 days of computer based training at home) will cover 65% of the hotel cost.

With the hiring they are projecting (100ish), movement will be good for those hired early on. Time on reserve will be short, since 100 is exactly half the number of F/O's currently on property (read: middle-of-the-road line-holder by the end of the year).

You didn't have all the facts (not your fault since most who don't work there know how everything works), so I wanted to toss the info out there for everyone to see.

Good luck to you.