I will say this: I've been here for over 5 years and although my emotions do get to me from time to time, I have honestly enjoyed my time here. There will be things that frustrate you no matter what airline you choose...take a look at the major threads sometime, now that is a **** show. After speaking again with some folks I trust, I believe we will get something done here. Then you will have quick movement, upgrade, the flow, decent benefits, etc...

Endeavor may give you more money, but there are no guarantees with the interview at big D, their travel benefits are not what Delta's are, etc. You could apply to Delta from PDT as well, I just heard yesterday that we had a pilot leave for there recently. PDT is small and growing, and sure we're going to **** it up from time to time but I think overall you will enjoy the small airline feel we can offer you. Feel free to PM me if you want any specifics. Good luck in your decision!

 

PDT will get the deal, or something like it. PDT is a good choice.

PSA's MEC Chairman recently told pilots in a conference call about the deal that Endeavor is working on. The details are not finalized, but it sounds like Endeavor is looking to raise pay across the board, with first year starting pay at $60/hr.

Right now, there are several good choices and several bad choices. PDT is a good choice. So is Endeavor (probably).

 

Any internal rumblings on the next hub base yet or still nothing? Last I time I asked on here LGA and DCA were the speculatory responses. Really hoping for DCA.

Also, can any commuters at PDT potentially PM me or chime in on here. The only thing stopping me from making a switch now is the fact I'd have to commute (I currently drive to work, but my base is in jeopardy). I just had a baby and I know commuting on a 4/2 average schedule would be really rough. Also, after upgrade at PDT I would likely be on permanent reserve since so many people will jump over me (-8 guys transitioning to the 145 and upgrades that I bypassed because of prior 121). Trying to get a more accurate feel if commuting would be doable at PDT or if I should continue to wait for a base announcement. Recruiting told me last week they expect to hear by the first of the year. I'm also looking at C5 since they have a home base for me (IAD), but I'd really like to come to PDT.

Thanks guys. And good luck on a new TA... I hope you guys get the best deal of the three!

 

Do the chief pilots have wings and hat pins? Are the hats mandatory?

 

I wouldn't worry about the hat right now. Until we get an fil that says it, it's primal in my book. You can ask the cp if they got wings but i doubt it.

 

Nothing yet on base, but it's going to be soon. Dca and lga would make sense but who knows.

The dash 8 lines in phl are ez to come in and out of. Right now there is a chance of being a DEC but there are many first officers at that 1000 hour mark, but we have over 15 upgrade slots available. Crazy..

With pay raises coming soon, it could be a solid choice.

 

This vacancy shows 524 pilots, are we flowing 4/month now??

 

Not quite yet. The person at 524 is actually only our 446th pilot on the list. (see Chief Pilot's page) According to that list, we are at 465 pilots as of the 9/12/16 class, which accounts for the latest vacancy bid for their placement.

 

I'd put money on a DCA base. I'd also bet money against an LGA base. AA is limited on how many aircraft they get in and out of LGA each day. Just doesn't make sense to waste those slots with a 50 seat airplane IMO

 

On second thought, I could be wrong. Looks like a lot more Trans States/AWAC flights out of LGA than I originally thought