Guard to the Regionals
07-08-2018 | 04:55 AM
#21
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Here's another consideration - fly Silver for a 1000 hrs. If a rapid upgrade isn't available take your 1000 hrs 121 and get a DEC job at a different commuter. It might be worth doing even if you upgrade at Silver if you're willing to take the pain of commuting hoping that another 121 Captain job, and type rating, might generate the final point that gets your resume reviewed.
07-08-2018 | 05:38 AM
#22
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Turboprops are fine. Upgrading and grabbing 121 TPIC is probably the next biggest resume bump out there after you get 121 on your resume. The next bump would be mil IP.
Here's another consideration - fly Silver for a 1000 hrs. If a rapid upgrade isn't available take your 1000 hrs 121 and get a DEC job at a different commuter. It might be worth doing even if you upgrade at Silver if you're willing to take the pain of commuting hoping that another 121 Captain job, and type rating, might generate the final point that gets your resume reviewed.
Here's another consideration - fly Silver for a 1000 hrs. If a rapid upgrade isn't available take your 1000 hrs 121 and get a DEC job at a different commuter. It might be worth doing even if you upgrade at Silver if you're willing to take the pain of commuting hoping that another 121 Captain job, and type rating, might generate the final point that gets your resume reviewed.
That’s a very good point that I didn’t think about. Thank you!
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07-08-2018 | 09:44 AM
#23
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Do a lot of research on Silver before going there. I don't know how they are now but as of a few years ago they were on NetJet's no-fly list due to safety concerns. Pretty bad when a 2500 pilot operation like NetJets won't put their pilots on a certain airline when trying to position them to their jet.
07-08-2018 | 11:27 AM
#24
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Turboprops are most likely fine for a mil heavy guy who needs some TT padding, 121, or TPIC. It's not going to be so great for a pure civilian trying to get to the majors, too many RJ guys out there who can fly a jet for sure.
07-08-2018 | 10:52 PM
#25
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I think you would be fine with Silver, plus the flying they do sounds like a lot of fun!
07-10-2018 | 08:05 AM
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Yeah, there is that. There are some old school civilians who harbor a strong "dis-taste" for GIA pay-to-play pilots. Also GIA alumni have featured in some notorious accidents. I can't imagine they still do pay-to-play in this market, and none of that should apply to an ex-mil pilot, but I'd still probably do the research before you go.
07-18-2018 | 04:32 AM
#28
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Another piggy back:
For someone who just got hired at a regional with 1500TT, but expecting to get an ANG heavy slot soon, does anyone think the Majors will be quicker to hire with the combination of 121/Mil rather than staying civilian route?
It does not affect the decision just curious about how it may be seen and hoping it can shave off a few years.
For someone who just got hired at a regional with 1500TT, but expecting to get an ANG heavy slot soon, does anyone think the Majors will be quicker to hire with the combination of 121/Mil rather than staying civilian route?
It does not affect the decision just curious about how it may be seen and hoping it can shave off a few years.
07-18-2018 | 06:11 AM
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Another piggy back:
For someone who just got hired at a regional with 1500TT, but expecting to get an ANG heavy slot soon, does anyone think the Majors will be quicker to hire with the combination of 121/Mil rather than staying civilian route?
It does not affect the decision just curious about how it may be seen and hoping it can shave off a few years.
For someone who just got hired at a regional with 1500TT, but expecting to get an ANG heavy slot soon, does anyone think the Majors will be quicker to hire with the combination of 121/Mil rather than staying civilian route?
It does not affect the decision just curious about how it may be seen and hoping it can shave off a few years.
If you get breaks in training, and come off orders, I'd go back to your regional and fly for the couple of weeks between military schools.
07-18-2018 | 08:06 AM
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From: Gear slinger
Another piggy back:
For someone who just got hired at a regional with 1500TT, but expecting to get an ANG heavy slot soon, does anyone think the Majors will be quicker to hire with the combination of 121/Mil rather than staying civilian route?
It does not affect the decision just curious about how it may be seen and hoping it can shave off a few years.
For someone who just got hired at a regional with 1500TT, but expecting to get an ANG heavy slot soon, does anyone think the Majors will be quicker to hire with the combination of 121/Mil rather than staying civilian route?
It does not affect the decision just curious about how it may be seen and hoping it can shave off a few years.
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