Originally Posted by
744driver
But still it is 200% better (read profitable, good business plan, good growth, good fleet of airplanes,etc) that even some of the "legacy" carriers.
The lure of the "major" airline job flying passengers (vs. flying "rubber dog$)(* from HKG) is just not that reliable anymore.
Those are the realities of the airline world...the truly reliable outfits to work for are the FDX, UPS, and SWA.
A lot of guys left Legacy jobs for UPS and are regretting it. The $$$ got them drooling, and they left for a company that will kick you to the street and fill your flying with management pilots. Many had way more seniority at their Legacy, and now some are on the street and for others the possibility is getting closer.
I guess my point is this industry is a gamble regardless of where you go or where you stay. If somebody wants to see the world, Atlas can get you that. If you want to fly one of the most popular jets all over the world, Atlas can get you that. But remember you can be on the road for a very long time, and if you have a family that is very, very difficult especially if you're used to 4 on, 3 off schedule.
Bottom line, if you feel it's time to move on then apply, interview, and if offered then make the decision. You can't ever worry about walking into that room if you don't even give yourself a chance to get to the door. JMHO.