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Old 12-12-2016, 04:53 AM
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Originally Posted by Chris Knight View Post
I hear some say the 777 is where the biggest money is. Are you saying the 767 and 300 are where the money is on the domestic side?
If you look at the airline profile page at the top of your screen you will see 2nd year WB pay is $30 more per hour than 757 pay. 777 for various work rule reasons probably pay a 10 or 20% premium over that.
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Old 12-12-2016, 05:27 AM
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Chris,

Lag2 is correct.

For the most money overall, the 777 is the choice.

However, a new hire will stay junior there a long, long time, and might be on reserve, which pays less with more days in MEM.

For the most money domestic, the wide body aircraft, 767 and A300, are the next best choice. (Not including MD-11 here, because Cajun said he didn't get that choice).

757 pays less, but gives you better seniority.

A300 bidpack is slowly getting worse. 767 bidpack is slowly getting larger.

It's really not that hard.

Of course, as they always say, "bid what you want to fly".
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Old 12-12-2016, 06:38 AM
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I'm not so sure you seniority will be that much different under the current hiring practices. It appears that the same number of new hires are going into each seat. If you go widebody you will probably will stagnate of slow later but right now it looks like you will have the same number of guys and gals coming under you no matter what seat you get.
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Old 12-14-2016, 05:26 PM
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Sorry I haven't logged on in the last few days to write, but wanted to say thanks for the the words and advice (Nightflyer and Flyboyd, specifically)...this is exactly the kind of info I am seeking.

Much appreciated as always...and looking forward to meeting some of you in a few weeks...

Cheers,
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Looks like about 15 CGN F/O slots coming open in the new year.
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Old 12-15-2016, 02:32 PM
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Looks like about 15 CGN F/O slots coming open in the new year.

And my voicemail mailbox is still empty. Such a sad day.
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Old 12-15-2016, 04:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Riverside View Post
And my voicemail mailbox is still empty. Such a sad day.
Keep updating your app.

"For the first time in many years, pilot hiring has continued through our busy Peak season. On December 5th, we welcomed our latest class of FedEx New Hire pilots. Plans for 2017 include two classes each month, with scheduled class dates already in place through May, 2017. Retirements and growth are fueling this unprecedented and sustained plan to bring new pilots aboard.

Flight Recruitment has recently implemented new programming changes to the Rack and Stack system to facilitate our evaluation of applicant skills and experience. Applicants should update their profile to ensure accurate and current information is captured.

We have many applicant profiles in the Pilot Credentials system. The online window for external pilot applications is still open. Applicants will find a list of qualifications as well as general Q&A about the process on the website.

Many thanks to the Pilot Recruitment department in their diligence to provide FedEx Flight Operations the finest pilots in the industry!"
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That is pretty impressive.
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Old 12-16-2016, 05:28 AM
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Originally Posted by Chris Knight View Post
I hear some say the 777 is where the biggest money is. Are you saying the 767 and 300 are where the money is on the domestic side?
Everyone has their thing in life, but I'll pass along some friendly advice since it is the Holiday Season.

Just because you CAN make a lot of money doesn't mean you HAVE to make a lot of money.

Heard the above from a Delta pilot and thought it was excellent advice.

Welcome to all the new hires, good luck to all those applying!

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Old 12-16-2016, 07:29 AM
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Flight Recruitment has recently implemented new programming changes to the Rack and Stack system to facilitate our evaluation of applicant skills and experience.
So...the big question is, what are these changes?
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