Originally Posted by PSpence

Howdy Folks:

Well, I'm back again to inquire about something regarding airlines. I saw that SkyWest and American Eagle were both hiring for ground crew at LAX a few weeks back. I was quite interested and did apply to both, just to get my foot in the door somehow. So, I was wondering, does becoming a ground crew member for a regional (or any level airline) help your chances of getting on with them later as a Pilot? Have any of you personally done that or know of someone who has?

As for myself, I'm currently in training to get my Commercial and then CFI ... I've only got a mere 225TT. Yes, I'm a loooong way from applying for a Pilot spot, but, I'm always looking toward my future goal of getting to a regional and always trying to think of what will help me achieve that goal.

Thanks for your time.