Hiring is continuing as scheduled up to 80 total new hires (likely 60 - 70) to account for the 6 new planes, attrition, and increased reserve staffing (to maintain the same % of pilots on reserve in each base).

If hired, you WILL get a PIC type, whether through upgrade or going through the PanAm course if you quit before upgrade. This is straight from the Director of Training.

We were told today in class that Delta needs the additional capacity in the 70 - 80 seat market, and is "actively pursuing" other options for 6 more E170/175s for CPS. Why the E175 over the CR9? I have no idea...I'll believe it when I see the signed contract, but it sounds promising. Regardless, we will be actively hiring through the end of the year...unless of course oil hits $175 / barrel, a world war breaks out, the economy tanks again, or aliens attack...u never know Expect the unexpected, but don't plan around it!