Originally Posted by
Flyby1206
I definitely agree there is a lot to aviation outside the 121 world, and outside the USA in general. Considering the most common RJ type ratings (ERJ-145, CRJ), there aren't many jobs in or out of the USA that will hire you with only one of those type ratings and no PIC time in type.
While that is true for that particular type, a PIC type rating will open doors for you in private, corporate and Part 135 operations, as well as fractionals, albeit not on the type you are rated for. It makes the insurance companies look favorably upon you from an insurability standpoint, as well as providing some assurance to the owner, chief pilot, etc... looking to hire you that you will successfully complete training. I just spent a couple of hours with the insurance broker for the charter company I have flown for over the past few years who confirmed exactly what I'm saying.