Mainline Hiring
#31
New Hire
Joined APC: Sep 2019
Posts: 2
Can you get "stuck" in Corp/Charter world?
So, back to mainline hiring... I'm applying to NetJets and think it will be a great improvement to the regional grind and even those first few years at a legacy (however long it takes to even get there....).
Now, say my spouse after a while says "nope, can't do you being gone 7 days in a row", I can't hold a crew choice line, and decide this isn't going to work for my family. I had one retired commercial guy tell me that moving to Corporate would "blacklist" me and make it more difficult/nay impossible to get back into commercial. Anyone heard anything like that?
Now, say my spouse after a while says "nope, can't do you being gone 7 days in a row", I can't hold a crew choice line, and decide this isn't going to work for my family. I had one retired commercial guy tell me that moving to Corporate would "blacklist" me and make it more difficult/nay impossible to get back into commercial. Anyone heard anything like that?
#33
Gets Weekends Off
Joined APC: Jan 2015
Posts: 1,063
So, back to mainline hiring... I'm applying to NetJets and think it will be a great improvement to the regional grind and even those first few years at a legacy (however long it takes to even get there....).
Now, say my spouse after a while says "nope, can't do you being gone 7 days in a row", I can't hold a crew choice line, and decide this isn't going to work for my family. I had one retired commercial guy tell me that moving to Corporate would "blacklist" me and make it more difficult/nay impossible to get back into commercial. Anyone heard anything like that?
Now, say my spouse after a while says "nope, can't do you being gone 7 days in a row", I can't hold a crew choice line, and decide this isn't going to work for my family. I had one retired commercial guy tell me that moving to Corporate would "blacklist" me and make it more difficult/nay impossible to get back into commercial. Anyone heard anything like that?
#34
Gets Weekends Off
Joined APC: Jan 2017
Position: Pilot
Posts: 516
I left NJA a few years ago. I felt NJA made getting back to 121 more difficult. It's easier to leave with an internship, 141 course, etc. I didn't have any of those and even though my record was good I felt like I needed to prove myself (again) and some look down on my NJA and 135 time.
NetJets is a very good job. I ended up not liking the increasing elderly pilot problem and, in my opinion, the pilots sold their souls for FFDP pay...QOL? Fatigue? What's that? Check out my paycheck...
No thanks.
30% of my tours at NJA were miserable. I don't think much has changed in that regard.
With that said, the healthcare is amazing and PICs make a lot of money. NJA is a very good job in our industry.
Best wishes.
My first year at a legacy was much better QOL than anytime at NJA. I can be a PIC after 2 years, so recouping the lost money is easier than I had anticipated.
I sometimes miss NJA...but overall for me the choice was clear because of the trajectory of the NJA pilot group.
NetJets is a very good job. I ended up not liking the increasing elderly pilot problem and, in my opinion, the pilots sold their souls for FFDP pay...QOL? Fatigue? What's that? Check out my paycheck...
No thanks.
30% of my tours at NJA were miserable. I don't think much has changed in that regard.
With that said, the healthcare is amazing and PICs make a lot of money. NJA is a very good job in our industry.
Best wishes.
My first year at a legacy was much better QOL than anytime at NJA. I can be a PIC after 2 years, so recouping the lost money is easier than I had anticipated.
I sometimes miss NJA...but overall for me the choice was clear because of the trajectory of the NJA pilot group.
#35
Gets Weekends Off
Joined APC: May 2006
Posts: 1,024
So, back to mainline hiring... I'm applying to NetJets and think it will be a great improvement to the regional grind and even those first few years at a legacy (however long it takes to even get there....).
Now, say my spouse after a while says "nope, can't do you being gone 7 days in a row", I can't hold a crew choice line, and decide this isn't going to work for my family. I had one retired commercial guy tell me that moving to Corporate would "blacklist" me and make it more difficult/nay impossible to get back into commercial. Anyone heard anything like that?
Now, say my spouse after a while says "nope, can't do you being gone 7 days in a row", I can't hold a crew choice line, and decide this isn't going to work for my family. I had one retired commercial guy tell me that moving to Corporate would "blacklist" me and make it more difficult/nay impossible to get back into commercial. Anyone heard anything like that?
#36
On Reserve
Joined APC: Feb 2015
Posts: 12
Tours under 6 days are rather rare. Even the 52 day schedule (13 days per month) will usually have at least one 7 day tour. The 5 day (short tour) option is severely limited in slots allowed and it is limited to "green bases". This is not a good job for those who will have issues with being gone for 6+ days in a row. The short tours also severely restrict how much FDP pay you will be available to make.
#37
On Reserve
Joined APC: Feb 2015
Posts: 12
I left NJA a few years ago. I felt NJA made getting back to 121 more difficult. It's easier to leave with an internship, 141 course, etc. I didn't have any of those and even though my record was good I felt like I needed to prove myself (again) and some look down on my NJA and 135 time.
NetJets is a very good job. I ended up not liking the increasing elderly pilot problem and, in my opinion, the pilots sold their souls for FFDP pay...QOL? Fatigue? What's that? Check out my paycheck...
No thanks.
30% of my tours at NJA were miserable. I don't think much has changed in that regard.
With that said, the healthcare is amazing and PICs make a lot of money. NJA is a very good job in our industry.
Best wishes.
My first year at a legacy was much better QOL than anytime at NJA. I can be a PIC after 2 years, so recouping the lost money is easier than I had anticipated.
I sometimes miss NJA...but overall for me the choice was clear because of the trajectory of the NJA pilot group.
NetJets is a very good job. I ended up not liking the increasing elderly pilot problem and, in my opinion, the pilots sold their souls for FFDP pay...QOL? Fatigue? What's that? Check out my paycheck...
No thanks.
30% of my tours at NJA were miserable. I don't think much has changed in that regard.
With that said, the healthcare is amazing and PICs make a lot of money. NJA is a very good job in our industry.
Best wishes.
My first year at a legacy was much better QOL than anytime at NJA. I can be a PIC after 2 years, so recouping the lost money is easier than I had anticipated.
I sometimes miss NJA...but overall for me the choice was clear because of the trajectory of the NJA pilot group.
PIC after two years? Are you commuting? If you are a commuter, then a two year upgrade to NYC with commuting and being home less is a major factor. I dare to say most guys wouldn't take that upgrade.
#38
Line Holder
Joined APC: Feb 2020
Posts: 35
I left NJA a few years ago. I felt NJA made getting back to 121 more difficult. It's easier to leave with an internship, 141 course, etc. I didn't have any of those and even though my record was good I felt like I needed to prove myself (again) and some look down on my NJA and 135 time.
NetJets is a very good job. I ended up not liking the increasing elderly pilot problem and, in my opinion, the pilots sold their souls for FFDP pay...QOL? Fatigue? What's that? Check out my paycheck...
No thanks.
30% of my tours at NJA were miserable. I don't think much has changed in that regard.
With that said, the healthcare is amazing and PICs make a lot of money. NJA is a very good job in our industry.
Best wishes.
My first year at a legacy was much better QOL than anytime at NJA. I can be a PIC after 2 years, so recouping the lost money is easier than I had anticipated.
I sometimes miss NJA...but overall for me the choice was clear because of the trajectory of the NJA pilot group.
NetJets is a very good job. I ended up not liking the increasing elderly pilot problem and, in my opinion, the pilots sold their souls for FFDP pay...QOL? Fatigue? What's that? Check out my paycheck...
No thanks.
30% of my tours at NJA were miserable. I don't think much has changed in that regard.
With that said, the healthcare is amazing and PICs make a lot of money. NJA is a very good job in our industry.
Best wishes.
My first year at a legacy was much better QOL than anytime at NJA. I can be a PIC after 2 years, so recouping the lost money is easier than I had anticipated.
I sometimes miss NJA...but overall for me the choice was clear because of the trajectory of the NJA pilot group.
#39
Gets Weekends Off
Joined APC: Jun 2019
Position: Poolside
Posts: 534
Professional: I can't tell you how many are over 60, 70 or higher, but I know the future is bright for anyone wanting to make NJ a career. We're on track to hire 330+ this year, 450 next year, are adding 100+ aircraft this year and next, and have ordered an additional 100 Phenoms with deliveries starting in 2023. Yes, there are a significant number of Captains who will be aging out (loss of medical, expected retirement, etc.), plus the Flight Duty Pay is allowing more folks to hit their "magic number" and retire sooner than they originally expected.
If this is the type of flying you want to do, get in NOW!
If this is the type of flying you want to do, get in NOW!
#40
Gets Weekends Off
Joined APC: Jun 2008
Posts: 206
Professional: I can't tell you how many are over 60, 70 or higher, but I know the future is bright for anyone wanting to make NJ a career. We're on track to hire 330+ this year, 450 next year, are adding 100+ aircraft this year and next, and have ordered an additional 100 Phenoms with deliveries starting in 2023. Yes, there are a significant number of Captains who will be aging out (loss of medical, expected retirement, etc.), plus the Flight Duty Pay is allowing more folks to hit their "magic number" and retire sooner than they originally expected.
If this is the type of flying you want to do, get in NOW!
If this is the type of flying you want to do, get in NOW!
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