CJO says minimum of 7 days from end of indoc to beginning of training. I’ve heard 4-6 weeks depending on equipment. What is the recent info from each fleet on days/weeks from end of indoc to first day of training?

 

Your not crazy at all. I might even say in my opinion, it's sort of a hidden gem. And especially if you're already coming from a regional backround, your already used to the type of flying. I'm only averaging 2-3 legs per day, overnights typically seem to be in the 13-16 hr range, relatively short van rides, no red eyes, staying in 1-2 time zones. (Your not required to like all that, I just happen to appreciate those things). The layover's are the same repetitive mix of cities but I could personally care less, my kids and I can explore new places on vacation. The last two years I feel what I just listed pretty much holds true currently. All subject to change of course. And I bid down to reserve on purpose living in base (Is it really bidding "down" though?). I'm (40% B) able to bid a three on/four off RSV sked pretty consistently all month which limits the amount of abuse that can be piled on. (I'm curious how the new 18 Hr LC will work with a 3on/4off rsv sked) Crews are great for the most part, possibly the combination of newer FO's, younger CA's, or the average-joe this plane attracts but for the most part everyone is easy to work with and not too busted up and jaded. I think you'd enjoy it, it's a good intro-to-delta plane IMO.

 

3/21 drops out yet?

 

3/21 Drop:

NYC 765B
NYC 330B
NYC 320B
NYC 220B
LAX 7ERB
LAX 73NB
LAX 320B
DTW 73NB
DTW 717B
SLC 220B
ATL 717B

 

NYC330 is back! Any idea how many openings on it?

 

No…they don’t advertise to the class how many of each category

 

According to category list on WS we still have 23 spots unfilled on NYC330. Unlikely one class fills it all up or close to it since we don’t have another AE coming soon. But just for reference.

 

My last 4 starts with a 2 so don't know how much choice i will have but I have class next month. Debating if I should try for the 73 or 320. I'm a current 73 captain so the transition would be easy, I hear upgrade times aren't too long and the trips are good from what I've been told. Pros for the 320 side is a more comfortable cockpit and I've been told there's a lot of growth. There's also a possible negative transfer of learning coming from another airline on the same plane, where as the 320 I would be starting fresh with Delta.

Opinions/what would you bid for? Thanks.

 

Go with the 73N, trips are wayyy better than the airbus throughout the bases and seniority percentages. I went A320 -> DAL A320 and it was a little confusing to change my flows, but at the end of the day it was way easier to transition already knowing the airplane. It lets you focus on the DAL “script”. 73NA remains pretty junior in NYC and ATL so you’ll be able to upgrade on a plane you have experience on if you so desire.

 

When you look at the cockpit the Airbus wins. When you look at the bid packages the 737 wins (in NYC.)

You will work harder but be more comfortable on the 320 (more legs/day.) You will be less comfortable but enjoy transcons and the occasional all-inclusive beach layover on the 737. Pick your poison.