Originally Posted by skyguy33 (Post 1462156)

Hi everyone,

I was recently offered a First Officer position at Republic Airways on the E170. Just had a few questions:

1) How is indic/training? Is there a lot of studying that weekends are full of work or is it there enough studying to get it done during the week and just hang out and casually review information over the weekend?

2) As far as limitation are concerned, which limitations should be memorized for the check? I have talked to a few friends on the S5 certificate who said they just have to know bold limitations in their SOP, but wasn't sure what Republic's expectations were.

3) Finally, does anyone find the QC-15 helpful while commuting, sitting reserve, or whatnot?

Thanks!

Originally Posted by prior121 (Post 1462235)

Use search, all these questions have been answered before. You'll hate yourself in no time at all working for that horrible place.

Originally Posted by Slats (Post 1462399)

But he'll be flying a 175 and he can tell all the girls at the bar he flies for mainline. The only downer is that he'll have to drink water because he can't afford a beer... :D

Originally Posted by prior121 (Post 1462486)

He won't be at the bar because he'll be so exhausted from continuous reassignments that max out the FARs on duty and block. He should just be lucky hes going to republic and not S5, I hear the new CP at S5 is a real treat.

Originally Posted by skyguy33 (Post 1462156)

Hi everyone,

I was recently offered a First Officer position at Republic Airways on the E170. Just had a few questions:

1) How is indic/training? Is there a lot of studying that weekends are full of work or is it there enough studying to get it done during the week and just hang out and casually review information over the weekend?

2) As far as limitation are concerned, which limitations should be memorized for the check? I have talked to a few friends on the S5 certificate who said they just have to know bold limitations in their SOP, but wasn't sure what Republic's expectations were.

3) Finally, does anyone find the QC-15 helpful while commuting, sitting reserve, or whatnot?

Thanks!

Originally Posted by skyguy33 (Post 1462156)

Hi everyone,

I was recently offered a First Officer position at Republic Airways on the E170. Just had a few questions:

1) How is indic/training? Is there a lot of studying that weekends are full of work or is it there enough studying to get it done during the week and just hang out and casually review information over the weekend?

2) As far as limitation are concerned, which limitations should be memorized for the check? I have talked to a few friends on the S5 certificate who said they just have to know bold limitations in their SOP, but wasn't sure what Republic's expectations were.

3) Finally, does anyone find the QC-15 helpful while commuting, sitting reserve, or whatnot?

Thanks!

Originally Posted by PasserOGas (Post 1463500)

Don't listen to these guys. Republic is one of the best run regionals out there. Bedford is a genius when it comes to running an airline. Lots of growth, everyone I know there absolutely loves it. Congrats on passing thier extremely selective screening process! I only wish they would call me! Patiently waiting by the phone... :rolleyes:

Originally Posted by Slats (Post 1463618)

Wait, wait, you're kidding right? :eek:

Originally Posted by PasserOGas (Post 1463500)

Don't listen to these guys. Republic is one of the best run regionals out there. Bedford is a genius when it comes to running an airline. Lots of growth, everyone I know there absolutely loves it. Congrats on passing thier extremely selective screening process! I only wish they would call me! Patiently waiting by the phone... :rolleyes:

Originally Posted by block30 (Post 1464347)

No matter how much everyone says stay away from RAH, every "young guy" I meet is pounding down the door for the 175...I don't think you'll have any trouble staffing them.

Originally Posted by block30 (Post 1464347)

No matter how much everyone says stay away from RAH, every "young guy" I meet is pounding down the door for the 175...I don't think you'll have any trouble staffing them.

Originally Posted by skyguy33 (Post 1464375)

I, unfortunately, disagree with you. And what follows below isn't directed to you, but all the negative people. I was originally offered the Q and after refusing was offered the 170. I simply didn't want the Q because of two reasons: bases and maintenance. I have a friend who flies the Q and says it's a maintenance headache. With no cancellation pay, it sounds like accepting that, may result in shooting myself in the foot with pay. Since everyone on here complains about the contract and pay, why would that convince me to take the maintenance-filled airplane? Hmmm? Doesn't make since to me. So let's stop accusing everyone of SJS. Simply, nearly everyone on this forum entered the career because of their love for aviation. One doesn't simply decide "one day, I'm going to be a pilot" without having a true aspiration. Are there any good regionals? Some may argue that Horizon is good, or ExpressJet, or SkyWest. Simply, every regional has its flaws. It's not meant to be a career workplace. So, let's stop bashing "young guys" for taking these jobs. OGiven the choice between the airplanes, which would you choose?

Originally Posted by block30 (Post 1464478)

I never gave my opinion about the company, just that RAH is on top of the list for all the "young guys" for lack of better term. They all cite the same thing-flying the 175...most have said if they don't get the 175 right out of the gate, they'll apply elsewhere. Just a small sample of the pilot population, but that sample has been unanimous.

PS Spell check is getting on my last nerve! :mad:

Originally Posted by KC JODA (Post 1464326)

Hey Bedford! You Tool! The least you could do is SIGN this...

Originally Posted by RidinNFlyin (Post 1464827)

Common guys. All regions suck... Some just a little worse than others. There are definitely worse places to go than Republic. You got to start somewhere I guess. I just recently applied to Republic, although it was my 3rd choice as far as regionals go... It gets me the closest to home... If you don't mind me asking, how many hour did you get hired with to get into the 170. Also, Skywest is getting them too, but I have heard they are not hiring straight into them at first. Just what I heard...

Originally Posted by Slats (Post 1464558)

Wait until these applicants find out SkyWest will soon be flying the 175's too... Massive face palm

Originally Posted by PasserOGas (Post 1465166)

Your sarcasm detector needs to be written up when you land. :D

Originally Posted by aflyingtuba (Post 1480739)

Got a conditional offer from Eagle a few months back, and just got the offer from RAH as well. Need 75tt to meet restricted minimums. Any idea if rumors are true that Q hiring is done? Not too good to fly the Q, just more concerned with bases. Also would everyone here agree RAH is the better choice than Eagle given present conditions and future fleet plans?

Originally Posted by HappyCrew (Post 1480757)

All regionals blow...:cool:

Originally Posted by HappyCrew (Post 1480757)

All regionals blow...:cool: