121 back to 91
 

Used to fly corporate and am now flying 135. Heard rumors that 121 time is not looked upon very favorably (some corporate friends have even told me it'll get you blackballed). Any truth to this?

It depends on the company. Some places have had bad previous experience with ex or furloughed airline guys and tend to be pretty shy about going that direction again. Other places seem to prefer them. Sometimes the department manager is ex-airline, so there'd be no stigma with him/her.

In my experience, I've seen more airline guys used in a part-time scenario than anything else, in several companies. Not as much risk when you can just stop calling the guy if he doesn't seem to be working out. Having said that, I wouldn't hesitate to hire an ex airline guy/girl after using them part-time and finding that it's a good fit.

If you wanted to eventually fly Part 91 for some corporation would you recommend building time under 91 or 135? Or would you still recommend working for 121 carrier?

Once again, it really depends on what situation you're in. There are some good 135 passenger companies out there, and that puts you in a real similar environment to 91 corporate. However, you'll build time much faster flying 121 - but it may take you out of the eyes of the 91 operator you're trying to get on with.

It's really a tough choice, but sometimes you just have to go with what opportunity presents itself first and don't look back. You'll always have chances to change directions down the road if you care to, as well. The more experience you build, the more doors will be open to you.

Clear as mud now, eh?:confused:

I guess I will just have to play it by ear and see what opportunities arise! Does anyone know of any corporate aviation departments that are known for lookign down on Part 121? If not I guess I will see when I apply in a couple of years. Thanks for all the help.