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12-25-2021 | 06:26 AM
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You are at the absolute bottom of the standby list. It's coach only. And there is a fee per segment that is usually somewhere in the $30-$60 dollar range that can add up. (eg two people, two-legs, round trip and you're looking at $400)
There are niche cases where it's super helpful. Say you're in Vienna and want to get an AA flight home ex-LHR. You can hop Austrian or BA to Heathrow then pick up American. Or if your parents live in Portugal or something. Or if you have a kids who just graduated college and wants to see the world.
But "I have 4 days off, where can my spouse and I go from Charlotte" ... not the most powerful tool.
12-25-2021 | 07:18 AM
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Yes. And dependents. Even your parents in some cases. But don't get too exctied.
You are at the absolute bottom of the standby list. It's coach only. And there is a fee per segment that is usually somewhere in the $30-$60 dollar range that can add up. (eg two people, two-legs, round trip and you're looking at $400)
There are niche cases where it's super helpful. Say you're in Vienna and want to get an AA flight home ex-LHR. You can hop Austrian or BA to Heathrow then pick up American. Or if your parents live in Portugal or something. Or if you have a kids who just graduated college and wants to see the world.
But "I have 4 days off, where can my spouse and I go from Charlotte" ... not the most powerful tool.
You are at the absolute bottom of the standby list. It's coach only. And there is a fee per segment that is usually somewhere in the $30-$60 dollar range that can add up. (eg two people, two-legs, round trip and you're looking at $400)
There are niche cases where it's super helpful. Say you're in Vienna and want to get an AA flight home ex-LHR. You can hop Austrian or BA to Heathrow then pick up American. Or if your parents live in Portugal or something. Or if you have a kids who just graduated college and wants to see the world.
But "I have 4 days off, where can my spouse and I go from Charlotte" ... not the most powerful tool.
12-25-2021 | 08:38 AM
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if you’re a second career guy that may make sense. Takes a lot of free time and spare cash to take full advantage of the travel benefits. Eg the zed flights are full and you need to purchase last minute tickets for $700 each.
12-25-2021 | 02:34 PM
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don’t worry, you won’t have the time to travel while on reserve.
also, get used to be bumped and remove from flights all the time
12-25-2021 | 03:32 PM
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01-04-2022 | 11:57 AM
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PSA New and Updated Cadet Program
Hey guys, I am finishing up my CFI/I and am interested in joining the new PSA Cadet program.
I heard it is getting completely revamped - new bonuses, maybe flight benefits as well?
Was wondering if anyone knew anything about it or had some beginner info regarding PSA for bases, QOL, commute etc.
Thank you for any information and insight!
I heard it is getting completely revamped - new bonuses, maybe flight benefits as well?
Was wondering if anyone knew anything about it or had some beginner info regarding PSA for bases, QOL, commute etc.
Thank you for any information and insight!
01-04-2022 | 12:06 PM
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Hey guys, I am finishing up my CFI/I and am interested in joining the new PSA Cadet program.
I heard it is getting completely revamped - new bonuses, maybe flight benefits as well?
Was wondering if anyone knew anything about it or had some beginner info regarding PSA for bases, QOL, commute etc.
Thank you for any information and insight!
I heard it is getting completely revamped - new bonuses, maybe flight benefits as well?
Was wondering if anyone knew anything about it or had some beginner info regarding PSA for bases, QOL, commute etc.
Thank you for any information and insight!
01-05-2022 | 05:11 AM
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Hey guys, I am finishing up my CFI/I and am interested in joining the new PSA Cadet program.
I heard it is getting completely revamped - new bonuses, maybe flight benefits as well?
Was wondering if anyone knew anything about it or had some beginner info regarding PSA for bases, QOL, commute etc.
Thank you for any information and insight!
I heard it is getting completely revamped - new bonuses, maybe flight benefits as well?
Was wondering if anyone knew anything about it or had some beginner info regarding PSA for bases, QOL, commute etc.
Thank you for any information and insight!
As for bases DCA and PHL are the junior bases right now, with DAY and CLT being a bit more senior. An FO can generally hold any base relatively quickly though with the only caveat being how long you'll be on reserve.
As for QOL reserve here is terrible, and commuting to reserve is a recipe for burn out within 6 months. If you live in one of PSA's bases then it's not too horrible, but if you're going to commute your whole time here you should go somewhere else.
01-05-2022 | 05:26 AM
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Avoid the cadet program at any regional. The benefits are marginal at best, and committing yourself to a regional when you still have a year or two before you can apply is unwise. Who knows what the regional industry will look like in a year or two. Just hold tight and apply to whoever looks the best for you when you've got your time.
As for bases DCA and PHL are the junior bases right now, with DAY and CLT being a bit more senior. An FO can generally hold any base relatively quickly though with the only caveat being how long you'll be on reserve.
As for QOL reserve here is terrible, and commuting to reserve is a recipe for burn out within 6 months. If you live in one of PSA's bases then it's not too horrible, but if you're going to commute your whole time here you should go somewhere else.
As for bases DCA and PHL are the junior bases right now, with DAY and CLT being a bit more senior. An FO can generally hold any base relatively quickly though with the only caveat being how long you'll be on reserve.
As for QOL reserve here is terrible, and commuting to reserve is a recipe for burn out within 6 months. If you live in one of PSA's bases then it's not too horrible, but if you're going to commute your whole time here you should go somewhere else.
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