Compass
12-21-2016, 08:25 AM
#41
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I was also placed in a pool and contacted by Go Jets with a FO offer. I’m still really pulling for Compass because I am west coast based however my question becomes do I consider Go Jets. They’re offering a 17k signing bonus, equal pay and a class date that is at least four months sooner. The biggest downside would be the commute to Denver from Orange County. I have the read the Go Jet forums and it is disconcerting to say the least, however if the goal is to get in and out, does it really matter? Any input would be greatly appreciated.
12-21-2016, 08:30 AM
#42
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Originally Posted by scflyer
I’m still really pulling for Compass because I am west coast based however my question becomes do I consider Go Jets.
12-21-2016, 08:38 AM
#45
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Originally Posted by echelon
No. Seriously? Why would you? Go to Skywest if you don't want to wait for compass and you're on the west coast
New hires on the E175 at SkyWest are getting LAX and SFO out of training, followed by PDX, SEA and DEN.
Most junior upgrade at SkyWest is 1yr 9 months on the CRJ and 3 years on the E175.
12-21-2016, 08:38 AM
#46
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Originally Posted by scflyer
The upgrade time and base
... Skywest. They have loads of west coast bases. Gojet has Denver, for only as long as United lets them fly for them. Don't be a fool.
12-21-2016, 08:47 AM
#47
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Skywest was on my short list along with Compass as they both have junior lax FO bases. The reason I initially chose Compass was that lax was also a junior Captain base where Skywest seems to be Chicago. Is that still the case? Btw, thank you for the replies.
12-21-2016, 08:49 AM
#48
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Originally Posted by scflyer
The upgrade time
I had a GoJet guy in the jumpseat last week who mentioned the upgrade pass rate there is a little over 50%, aka, abysmal. If there's a place to go with quality training where you can become adequately prepared to upgrade at 1001 SIC, I wouldn't bet my career on it being Gojet.
12-21-2016, 09:13 AM
#49
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Originally Posted by scflyer
I was also placed in a pool and contacted by Go Jets with a FO offer. I’m still really pulling for Compass because I am west coast based however my question becomes do I consider Go Jets. They’re offering a 17k signing bonus, equal pay and a class date that is at least four months sooner. The biggest downside would be the commute to Denver from Orange County. I have the read the Go Jet forums and it is disconcerting to say the least, however if the goal is to get in and out, does it really matter? Any input would be greatly appreciated.
12-21-2016, 09:43 AM
#50
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The whole "get in and get out" mind set makes it sound like folks are only going to have to be there a couple years. If you are coming from a CFI background, I'd plan on AT LEAST 5+ years to go from junior FO to a major, maybe you can go to a LCC a little earlier, but I'd plan on going to a place you can spend 5 years.
This is from someone who spent 8 years as a regional FO at two airlines before even getting the chance to upgrade. Also, I feel if I was still just a line captain and hadn't been a check airmen I would still be at Compass. So just because you get the quick upgrade doesn't mean the majors will be throwing themselves at you. I still know many highly qualified pilots with no violations and advanced degrees still trying to get calls from the big boys.
This is from someone who spent 8 years as a regional FO at two airlines before even getting the chance to upgrade. Also, I feel if I was still just a line captain and hadn't been a check airmen I would still be at Compass. So just because you get the quick upgrade doesn't mean the majors will be throwing themselves at you. I still know many highly qualified pilots with no violations and advanced degrees still trying to get calls from the big boys.
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