Originally Posted by AboveAndBeyond (Post 1863059)

If you are staying at AMF rather than going to a 121 carrier because of this bonus, please do yourself a favor and call some of your 121 friends. Ask them if they would give up 4 months of seniority for $3000. I will guarantee that in this hiring environment, there is no one that would say that they would.

The Kool-Aid is strong at AMF. People there really thing that the turbine time in old turboprops really counts for something in the eyes of the 121 majors. They think that they will get hired at American/Delta/United before the regional captains that have 8 years in 121 with 10,000 hours TT and 5000 hours of PIC Jet time. It just isn't the case.

I learned a lot about flying at AMF, but one of the first things that I learned in the 121 world is that the time at AMF counts for nothing once you leave 135. There are guys with over 10,000 PIC Jet that are just getting called by the majors. Someone with a couple thousand hours in a Metro doesn't stand a chance.

If you are planning on going corporate, AMF is fine. Some places like the single pilot IFR in old turboprops. But the 121's want experience with airplanes that are similar to what they fly - glass with automation, passengers in the back, highly regimented, and in a crew environment.

Originally Posted by 135Pilot (Post 1893603)

Ever think that the 10k+ RJ Captains took so long to get on with the majors was because they work for a regional? The regionals have plenty of Kool-Aid to share as well. Ameriflight offers more than what most take the time to see.

Originally Posted by 135Pilot (Post 1893603)

Ever think that the 10k+ RJ Captains took so long to get on with the majors was because they work for a regional?.

Originally Posted by CoolHands (Post 1894734)

Hi guys,

I received an email a couple of days ago from an Ameriflight recruiter talking about upcoming EMB-120 Captain openings and requesting a current resume. I didn't think it was possible to get hired directly into the 120 as a PIC but there is now a post on climbto350.com advertising the very same thing. Does anyone have anymore information regarding these openings? Thanks in advance guys!

Scott

Originally Posted by own nav (Post 1894750)

The email I got said it was a brand new customer, and the new route would operate 365 days a year. They announced they're aquiring two EMB 120s.

Openings go internal first, but I'm sure they're anticipating a shortage of qualified and/or willing pilots to fill some of these openings.

Originally Posted by own nav (Post 1894750)

The email I got said it was a brand new customer, and the new route would operate 365 days a year. They announced they're aquiring two EMB 120s.

Openings go internal first, but I'm sure they're anticipating a shortage of qualified and/or willing pilots to fill some of these openings.

Originally Posted by frmrbuffdrvr (Post 1895071)

From what I have heard, 2 more E120s is just the start. One of these runs actually starts next Monday.

Originally Posted by Jcabesa (Post 1895698)

What are the qualifications of "qualified" internal candidates versus those off the street?

Originally Posted by Jcabesa (Post 1895698)

What are the qualifications of "qualified" internal candidates versus those off the street?

Originally Posted by own nav (Post 1895734)

Published mins are 3000TT, 750 turbine, 1500 multi either way.

Originally Posted by Avcat (Post 1898878)

Anybody know anything as to the status of the PA-31 Upgrade Program at AMF? I'd been looking at trying to get into it once I hit 900 hours, but it looks on the website like there are no openings currently. Is AMF getting enough qualified applicants all of a sudden that they've done away with this program?

Originally Posted by Avcat (Post 1898878)

Anybody know anything as to the status of the PA-31 Upgrade Program at AMF? I'd been looking at trying to get into it once I hit 900 hours, but it looks on the website like there are no openings currently. Is AMF getting enough qualified applicants all of a sudden that they've done away with this program?

Originally Posted by ghatch (Post 1910995)

Is it true the metros have no auto pilot or GPS?

Originally Posted by A8FR8DOG (Post 1911655)

Per 135.something something.....
AMF operates with autopilot in lieu of an SIC (excludes the Bro)
So Autopilots are installed......and gps is hit and miss.

Originally Posted by own nav (Post 1912264)

AMF Metros have autopilots, but they are deferrable, no SIC required. A few have Garmin 430s.

Originally Posted by A8FR8DOG (Post 1911655)

Per 135.something something.....
AMF operates with autopilot in lieu of an SIC (excludes the Bro)
So Autopilots are installed......and gps is hit and miss.

Originally Posted by WesternSkies (Post 1912433)

Should read the reg again brah

Originally Posted by WesternSkies (Post 1912433)

Should read the reg again brah

Originally Posted by frmrbuffdrvr (Post 1918682)

Bump back to front page.

Originally Posted by sellener (Post 1928242)

Anybody know what AMF has going on outta KLAN?

Reason i ask is:

-Im local CFI MEI with 135 mins and 150 ME

-i have non aviation career (municipality job) which i work at 9 days a month (24hr shifts)

- i would love to get some realworld flying in before i retire at 50 from municipality (currently 33)

-is there anything they might use me for?

Thx

Originally Posted by KSCessnaDriver (Post 1928389)

A couple metro's and a couple 1900's, IIRC. That's all I knew about it, mostly flying up to the UP.

Originally Posted by sellener (Post 1928478)

Yup, kinda looks like kiwd as an outstation perhaps.

Anyone ever hear of ameriflight ever using highly motivated part-time help out there at KLAN? Or anywhere.

Going to be 15 min from airport for next 17 years and no intention/desire of airlines. Just want an opportunity to experience 135 freight.

When i hit 50 i plan to fly 135 for retirement job but am anxious to get exposure now��






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Originally Posted by sellener (Post 1928242)

Anybody know what AMF has going on outta KLAN?

Reason i ask is:

-Im local CFI MEI with 135 mins and 150 ME

-i have non aviation career (municipality job) which i work at 9 days a month (24hr shifts)

- i would love to get some realworld flying in before i retire at 50 from municipality (currently 33)

-is there anything they might use me for?

Thx

Originally Posted by CoolHands (Post 1946985)

Hi guys, I just noticed that the Ameriflight payscales were updated on August 6th. Are those numbers accurate? Thanks!

Originally Posted by newwings1993 (Post 1947242)

I'm also wondering about the updated pay scales. Very curious about any information you can provide.