Originally Posted by Bgood

I have to ask, where have you been man?
They sent out the displacement list and atleast 2 people I know went from DHC8 CA to ERJ FO

Originally Posted by jshoneycutt

An incredible, professional, personable, transparent application experience.

Marie reached out to me on LinkedIn, and it is in my nature to thoroughly consider opportunities when they are presented to me. I loved that Marie has a professional background in recruiting and it was cool to see on LinkedIn I have a friend who could vouch for her :-). I knew it would not make sense to move to another regional and reset my seniority unless I knew I was moving into a much better opportunity. I had so many questions about the company's background, culture, vision, strategy, and everything else beyond every regional's promise for pay and upgrades. Marie was fantastic with giving straight answers that gave me great insight into the airline's identity. I spoke with many recruiting departments when I decided to come work for the airlines and there is something about talking to someone whose full-time job and professional background is helping people understand the unique value proposition of their organization.

After a couple phone conversations with Marie I completed the application and quickly received a response back inviting me to an interview with Marie and a seasoned captain, Kourtney. They gave the run down of CommutAir, where they are, where they are going, and what they have to offer. Very conversationally we talked about what I was looking and I gave them a chance to be on the spot too.
Kourtney was great about answering many more questions from me to get a pilot's perspective as well. In all, no games, or gotcha's. Straight forward technical/knowledge validation (yes, you better know how to read text weather products and know when you need an alternate etc...).

I am trying not to make this a complete overview of the entire process, but every step along the way was so refreshing. While I was at HQ in Cleveland I got to talking with another senior captain who had nothing to do with my interview; he was just there to validate my prior 121 time and happy to talk it up with me. I toured the offices there and met several people in just about every department. With each person we met, it felt like I had already been working there and had developed friendships with them. It was just so cool to me to have such a personable experience there.

Pilots, you have to understand, even the strongest contract does not hold a candle to a company that cares about its employees, and the best laid career progression programs fail if the culture does not support your intrinsic progression. Hands down, CommutAir has this covered and is phenomenal airline for this.

It was incredibly difficult for me when for personal and familial circumstances I decided against continuing to pursue a position with CommutAir. Even after I informed them of my choice they were so cordial, and happy for for me. What a world class organization!

Thank you to everyone at CommutAir with whom I had the chance to interact, and all the others who make it a great contribution to the airline industry.

Best Regards,

Originally Posted by SKNPilot

oh, must have been a "direct entry" CA. Do they retain captain pay at least? I'm new at this.

Originally Posted by Busdriver91

I’m one the “direct entry” captains on the dash. No, we do not keep our pay. The contract states fo pay starts on first day of training even though when you upgrade to captain the higher rate starts the day you pass your checkride.

Originally Posted by rogersmith

This is more offensive to all five senses then two girls one cup

Originally Posted by SKNPilot

. It's understandable that this had to happen with the transition to a one fleet type.

Originally Posted by MKUltra

PDT is now taking DEC... I wouldn't stand for one penny less pay in this market.

Originally Posted by chrisreedrules

I’ve tried telling them there are vastly better places to work and with same/easily commutable base to boot. Some are just tied to their airline for reasons beyond me. If your top 50% on the seniority list, I get it. If not, and especially if you are being downgraded or slipping backwards in seniority, why stay when there really isn’t much to gain. Piedmont and Envoy are hiring DECs and are paying handsomely. PSA has a 6 month upgrade right now. Endeavor’s new TA will likely be voted in and those rates should look really good to everyone at other regionals right now. Air Wisconsin has really great bonuses and pay. Republic just upped their new hire signing bonus to $15,000 if the 175 is your thing.

Originally Posted by PotatoChip

Considering the seniority list has gone from 350+ to 280, people get it.

I'm looking for ANY reason to stay at C5.