DCA/IAD regionals
02-05-2019, 03:48 AM
#11
Gets Weekends Off
Joined APC: Jun 2016
Position: jungle jet
Posts: 101
Originally Posted by Cubatticus
Thanks so much for the info! I still fly with the ANG but I need more hours and to check the 121 box. Driving to both jobs would be clutch. Fingers crossed that it'll be a relatively quick (1-2yr) touch and go before getting picked up at the majors. I've got >500 mil PIC...does this mean I could potentially upgrade once I hit 500hrs 121 time? What are the thoughts between PSA & Commutair...I really am looking to hit the line the quickest and get those hours.
Yes, at CommutAir we have had several upgrade at 500 121 based on prior military crew aircraft commander time.
We are currently not filling our upgrade classes because not enough FO's are qualified.
Training is pretty much a straight shot from indoc to sim with as few breaks as you want (sim slots are bid during systems, so you may end up with a break there) FO's are being held up a bit in IOE as we prioritize captains right now, but figure 3-4 months to the line, possibly less if you mention how close you are to upgrade requirements.
All the ground training is at Dulles, so there is that as well. It has also been going junior on the FO side, but once you upgrade it is quite senior (though, in 6-9 months that could change as well)
Its not the best, the reserve rules can be rough at times. But it has been a good ride for many of us the last few years.
02-11-2019, 01:08 PM
#12
Perennial Reserve
Joined APC: Jan 2018
Posts: 11,490
Originally Posted by Cubatticus
Thanks, I guess it’s tough figuring out work rules/QOL. The pay doesn’t seem to be too much different between PSA/Commutair. Republic hasn’t called yet and I hear training is backed up until 2020! I’m currently flying the 737 at Andrews with 2500TT/600TPIC. Had apps in for 2 years...with no bites so it’s time to make a change and kick into gear.
14 CFR § 61.73 - Military pilots or former military pilots: Special rules.
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§ 61.73 Military pilots or former military pilots: Special rules.
(a)General. Except for a person who has been removed from flying status for lack of proficiency or because of a disciplinary action involving aircraft operations, a U.S. military pilot or former military pilot who meets the requirements of this section may apply, on the basis of his or her military pilot qualifications, for:
(1) A commercial pilot certificate with the appropriate aircraft category and class rating.
(2) An instrument rating with the appropriate aircraft rating.
(3) A type rating.
In fact, you probably qualify for a couple of them.
I realize it won’t make a damn bit of difference to anyone who knows anything about the flying you have done, but it often will to the computer that’s scoring which applicants for a human being to look at first.
02-14-2019, 12:14 PM
#13
On Reserve
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Joined APC: Jul 2018
Posts: 16
Yup I’ve got ATP & 737 type rating with about 1600 time in type. The rest of my time is mostly C-130s. C5 sounds like a good fit and I’m looking forward to expanding/diversifying my experience there. I really appreciate all the great info on these forums! Cheers.
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