As for hiring at minimums. I was hired and started march 28th applying at 805/200. Started AE with about 850 TT. Now just need another 2150 before I can upgrade to captain, but it will be about 3-5 yrs before my senority number is called for an upgrade.[/QUOTE]

I think I would be more concerned with getting through initial training then worrying about an upgrade at this point.