Netjets vs Flexjets
05-15-2019, 12:49 PM
#111
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Originally Posted by Macjet
The DFW/DAL base was considerably different. And only twice in several years did I pick up a bird at Signature DAL or Corporate DFW.
Surprised you didn't pick up more at base. DAL is a pretty busy hub for us, much more than CLT. DFW, not so much. Only saw it once or twice. Of course all my time was in the light cabin jets so maybe that had something to do with it.
05-15-2019, 01:02 PM
#112
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Most complain and say that riding on the airlines is the worst part of the job. I honestly kind of enjoy that part of the job- it is pretty easy to use KCM to get through security without a fuss and then sit and read or watch Netflix while waiting to board and then read, nap, or watch movies on the flight or flights all while on duty and often collecting overtime. I have zero stress for this. If it is a 3 legger, then it is pretty unlikely that the company is going to be using me to do anything other than travel. Life is vastly better when the glass is half full.
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05-15-2019, 02:09 PM
#113
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Originally Posted by jtf560
Most complain and say that riding on the airlines is the worst part of the job. I honestly kind of enjoy that part of the job- it is pretty easy to use KCM to get through security without a fuss and then sit and read or watch Netflix while waiting to board and then read, nap, or watch movies on the flight or flights all while on duty and often collecting overtime. I have zero stress for this. If it is a 3 legger, then it is pretty unlikely that the company is going to be using me to do anything other than travel. Life is vastly better when the glass is half full.
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05-15-2019, 02:23 PM
#114
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Originally Posted by Macjet
I found the commuting at NJA to be intolerable and one of several reasons that I left. It is for sure better than 121 commuting but it's much, much, much worse than 121 living in base. I absolutely couldn't stand a three leg WN hop to get to a bird and then hurried to go fly a leg or two. And the return trips were even worse. If NJA could save $5 on a two leg hop with a four hour sit instead of a direct flight then they'd do it in a heartbeat. I couldn't have cared less about the miles. Who wants to fly on a day off anyways?
I know several have the opposite attitude but if you're looking for facts the NJA commute isn't the rainbows and daisies some are advocating.
I know several have the opposite attitude but if you're looking for facts the NJA commute isn't the rainbows and daisies some are advocating.
05-15-2019, 03:06 PM
#115
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Originally Posted by OhSnapAF
I would absolutely argue that commuting on company, from a major airport, at a 121 is going to be easier, when combined with a 4 day trip, than a 7 day work trip with NJA combined with air lining to and from. Living in base, not even in the same universe lol.
Out of curiosity, how would the “commute” from RDU or ILM be on NJ?
05-15-2019, 04:54 PM
#117
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Originally Posted by HandyHansell
I still laugh when I see a guy wearing a NJA shirt or hat, but back then we got watches, modes, coolers and jackets...
I still have my model proudly displayed in my man cave! And the cooler still makes round trips to the lake every summer. I always appreciated Richard and his “gifts” to the employees.
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05-15-2019, 05:10 PM
#118
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Best: Drive to a major airline base. By far the best option.
Better: NJA home basing vs. a short airline commute. They both have their advantages and disadvantages. Your first and last day will probably be long either way. There is a good chance you will have an uncomfortable day on your NJ commute with center seats and multiple legs, but you're guaranteed to get on and if you don't, not your problem. I personally found my one leg short airline commute with multiple flights a day preferable to the NJA commute, but that is definitely a subjective choice.
Worst: A coast to coast or multiple leg airline commute. It's horrible and I wouldn't do it for more than six months. I would move.
Better: NJA home basing vs. a short airline commute. They both have their advantages and disadvantages. Your first and last day will probably be long either way. There is a good chance you will have an uncomfortable day on your NJ commute with center seats and multiple legs, but you're guaranteed to get on and if you don't, not your problem. I personally found my one leg short airline commute with multiple flights a day preferable to the NJA commute, but that is definitely a subjective choice.
Worst: A coast to coast or multiple leg airline commute. It's horrible and I wouldn't do it for more than six months. I would move.
05-15-2019, 05:35 PM
#119
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Originally Posted by 4thgenaviator
Out of curiosity, how would the “commute” from RDU or ILM be on NJ?
05-16-2019, 05:49 AM
#120
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Originally Posted by jtf560
Most complain and say that riding on the airlines is the worst part of the job. I honestly kind of enjoy that part of the job- it is pretty easy to use KCM to get through security without a fuss and then sit and read or watch Netflix while waiting to board and then read, nap, or watch movies on the flight or flights all while on duty and often collecting overtime. I have zero stress for this. If it is a 3 legger, then it is pretty unlikely that the company is going to be using me to do anything other than travel. Life is vastly better when the glass is half full.
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