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Originally Posted by CLE to IAH
(Post 2909022)
Haven’t you asked me this before? My answer is the same.
In new hire class I was offered a seat on an aircraft based in Dallas (home) or an aircraft based in NYC. I chose the one in Dallas. Had they offered 145 Dallas or 175 ORD, I’d have still chosen DALLAS. Even if it’s only a temporary convenience, it’s a convenience nonetheless. If it’s “harder” because I have to go to training on a new aircraft (that I’ve already flown for 3 years) the simple answer is no. I don’t think it is. Training events are a big part of this career. |
Come to Envoy?
Originally Posted by Oregon Trail
(Post 290901)
Also to the OP
Low seniority captain life is not fun. 2-2.5 years reserve at most junior base... longer for DFW. Pretty much any QOL goes out the window due to staffing, getting JM, or just additional flying. Unpredictable proffers for standby and RAP. Fly with 50hr FOs that know nothing (some are great) and 900 hr FOs that think they are the captain and almost no in-between. This!!!!!! |
Originally Posted by highfarfast
(Post 2909142)
I don't think I asked you before... and I'me sorry for asking. Enjoy your time at the schoolhouse. ;-)
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Originally Posted by Oregon Trail
(Post 2909010)
Free type > line on resume > more marketable > make money
Also to the OP Low seniority captain life is not fun. 2-2.5 years reserve at most junior base... longer for DFW. Pretty much any QOL goes out the window due to staffing, getting JM, or just additional flying. Unpredictable proffers for standby and RAP. Fly with 50hr FOs that know nothing (some are great) and 900 hr FOs that think they are the captain and almost no in-between. Maybe worth its own thread.. |
This doesn’t apply in all situations but I’d say don’t be so uptight. I’ve had captains freak out on me because I tried to start the APU “without their permission” after landing, and as soon as they stopped bellyaching they cranked it anyway. :rolleyes:
Most of us are just trying to help, and we’re here to make you look good and deliver a professional product to the passengers and ATC. We aren’t here to service your ego and make you think everything that goes well was your idea. If you do things differently from 90% of the other captains here, just brief us on it and we’ll run the flight your way. I’ve let a guy bounce me off the ceiling with speed mode every day for a week before because I recommend a different vertical mode once and he said he liked speed mode. |
Originally Posted by NoValueAviator
(Post 2909236)
This doesn’t apply in all situations but I’d say don’t be so uptight. I’ve had captains freak out on me because I tried to start the APU “without their permission” after landing, and as soon as they stopped bellyaching they cranked it anyway. :rolleyes:
Most of us are just trying to help, and we’re here to make you look good and deliver a professional product to the passengers and ATC. We aren’t here to service your ego and make you think everything that goes well was your idea. If you do things differently from 90% of the other captains here, just brief us on it and we’ll run the flight your way. I’ve let a guy bounce me off the ceiling with speed mode every day for a week before because I recommend a different vertical mode once and he said he liked speed mode. I think the biggest thing I’m looking forward to is NOT having to endure “that captain” anymore lol |
Originally Posted by CLE to IAH
(Post 2909220)
So, an actual serious question on here for once..... how do you keep a healthy CRM and a manageable team environment while also reminding the 3 1/2 stripe FO who the captain is?
Maybe worth its own thread.. |
Originally Posted by Chato
(Post 2909251)
Put the guy back in his place, tell him he’s just the FO.. the Flap Operator..
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Originally Posted by Chato
(Post 2909251)
Put the guy back in his place, tell him he’s just the FO.. the Flap Operator..
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Originally Posted by dera
(Post 2909303)
"Only things that should be coming out of your mouth are gear up, flaps up, and yes sir I'll take the fat one".
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