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Powderkeg

03-09-2018 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by seahawker01 (Post 2547060)

I would suggest you give some serious thought on moving to LAS for a year. Do you really want to commute across the country for reserve? That is a lot of time away from the family. MCO is by far the senior FO base.

I disagree, moving twice is a long term and expensive solution to a short term problem. MCO and CHI plugs are both September hires. A person will be on reserve longer in either of those bases but I would rather be on reserve driving to base than holding a line commuting across country...at least at our current pay rates.

Aero1900

03-09-2018 01:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Flyfisherman (Post 2547061)

What do the iPad mounts look like in the bus? Will certain cases not fit?

The mounts are very adjustable. I used to have an otterbox and not have a thinner one. Both fit fine. I wouldn't worry about it

OpenClimb

03-09-2018 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Flyfisherman (Post 2547061)

What do the iPad mounts look like in the bus? Will certain cases not fit?

The mount uses a RAM universal style X-grip mount. I can’t imagine a case that wouldn’t work. If you’re unfamiliar with what an X grip mount looks like, it’s the kind where you squeeze a couple of spring loaded tabs which causes 4 prongs to expand. Release the spring loaded tabs and the 4 prongs make contact with your tablet and squeeze/hold it in place.

Hope this helps.

RedTail98

03-09-2018 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by seahawker01 (Post 2547060)

Feedback appreciated. I have some other factors at play. There is one paid move, and a Florida tax advantage on some of my income. I'm still weighing all options but would prefer to only do one move.

CantStayAway

03-09-2018 04:10 PM

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Originally Posted by RedTail98 (Post 2547308)

Feedback appreciated. I have some other factors at play. There is one paid move, and a Florida tax advantage on some of my income. I'm still weighing all options but would prefer to only do one move.

To echo the previous post, if you're ok with being an FO in Orlando for a long time (my guess is 5-10 years) then it's definitely worth the move. Your first opportunity to upgrade will likely be Vegas or another base that is yet to be announced. My strategy is to stay put and commute until I know where I'll be based as a captain. If it's somewhere cold (like PHL or CLE) I'll just keep commuting. 😂

turbinepic

03-11-2018 07:07 AM

What is the most junior FO base? As in, where can I get off reserve the fastest?

Salukipilot4590

03-11-2018 07:16 AM

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Originally Posted by turbinepic (Post 2548355)

What is the most junior FO base? As in, where can I get off reserve the fastest?

Vegas right now but you might still be on reserve for a little bit.

Flyfisherman

03-21-2018 09:39 AM

How long is training? None of the emails have spelled this out.

Flyfisherman

03-21-2018 11:08 AM

How long is training in Denver? Do we get weekends off? Is there a break after training to be able to move to the initial base?

Powderkeg

03-21-2018 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Flyfisherman (Post 2555752)

How long is training in Denver? Do we get weekends off? Is there a break after training to be able to move to the initial base?

3.5 weeks of indoc with weekends off
1-2 weeks off
3.5 weeks of FTD/sim/check ride/LOFT with some days off
1-2 weeks off
3-4 weeks IOE trips with some days off between trips

No real “break” but plenty of days off you can work out a move. Just might not know the exact dates it will work until it’s short notice.

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