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#11051

Theaveragejoker , 03-24-2017 04:23 AM

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Originally Posted by CaptYoda

Just got an answer to my questions from the Manager of Pilot Recruitment at Envoy and so I expect it will be the same for PDT and PSA as well.

1. No positive space from overseas. Only from a U.S. city within network of AAG.
2. No credit for previous employment with AAG for the purpose of retiree travel benefits.

Well that blows.

#11052

CaptYoda , 03-24-2017 04:48 AM

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For me the travel part isn't that big a deal. I was going to be home this summer anyway. Positive Space from a U.S airport seems fair. I think part of it is that they don't want to deal with ticketing issues overseas and all that it may entail with security etc etc.

Regarding travel benefits, yes that does. I will consider AAG but knowing that there won't be travel benefits after retirement makes ENDV and others equally appealing, since I am not concerned about the flow as much due to age and stage in life.

#11053

rbsjr22 , 03-24-2017 04:55 AM

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CaptYoda, one thing I'd consider is time to upgrade. With prior 121 time and time in aircraft. You could be short listed to not just capt, but possibly training dept/soe area. Movement is so fast up there that you could be making serious cash not far removed from training. That's something you wouldn't have at other regionals.

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#11054

CaptYoda , 03-24-2017 05:03 AM

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Originally Posted by rbsjr22

Yes looking at that angle. ENDV is appealing because of their new base (ATL) and I would be about 2 hrs from the airport. I also flew the CRJ-200 17 years ago until 9/11. Upgrade is probably less than 2 years. PDT would be the quickest upgrade probably but would involve a commute. I will apply to them both and decide if/when there is an offer to consider.

#11055

rbsjr22 , 03-24-2017 05:07 AM

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Originally Posted by CaptYoda

A good buddy of mine commutes from ATL and he has no issues. Most lines right now are super commutable, especially from large hubs. I commute from DTW and have had no problem making it in on the day one and home at the end. Commuting is not optimal, but so far it's been fine. Especially with our commuter clause etc. if you have any questions please feel free to pm me. If I can't answer it I know someone who can.

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#11056

CaptYoda , 03-24-2017 05:10 AM

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Thanks for the information. As of right now I am considering ENDV and all the three AAG wholly owned. Being a prior Eagle Guy (Class of 91) makes me partial to AAG.

#11057

rbsjr22 , 03-24-2017 05:15 AM

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Originally Posted by CaptYoda

Thanks for the information. As of right now I am considering ENDV and all the three AAG wholly owned. Being a prior Eagle Guy (Class of 91) makes me partial to AAG.

I totally understand! If you have questions let me know. I'm not concerned with any referrals or anything. No ulterior motives here.

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#11058

CaptYoda , 03-24-2017 05:17 AM

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Noted, with thanks. You are at PDT? ERJ?

#11059

rbsjr22 , 03-24-2017 05:18 AM

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Originally Posted by CaptYoda

Noted, with thanks. You are at PDT? ERJ?

Yeah

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#11060

Theaveragejoker , 03-24-2017 04:19 PM

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Captyoda, I do believe flight benefits for retirement are a formula based equation. I just talked to a union rep and he says you'd be eligible.