Two offers - need to decide
06-08-2006 | 07:06 PM
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Two offers - need to decide
Looking for some advice... just out of a 4 year degree program, got my minimum hours and am fortunate to have offers from both Mesa and Eagle. From the forum it seems like Mesa stinks but upgrade time is good. Eagle sounds like you love 'em or hate 'em, more structured organization but longer upgrade (not sure how long but I hear up to 10 years) Others on the forum seem to be recommending use both of them just to get 121 experience and move to a better regional. I tried with ExpressJet but not successful. Any thoughts on what I should consider between the two.
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06-08-2006 | 07:33 PM
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From: Engines Turn or People Swim
Both are sh*t companies, but the reasons differ. Two sensible approaches...
1) Get some 121 turbine time then lateral over to a better regional like Skywest or Horizon. If you want to do that, then base your decision on available domiciles; as a really junior FO living in or really near domicile is the only thing that can enhance your lifestyle. You won't be there long enough for anything else to matter (like pay or upgrade time).
2) Quick PIC: Go to mesa. Both mesa and eagle suck, but why suck in the right seat for 7+ years?
If you are thinking of actually STAYING at mesa or eagle for a long time, you need to seriously re-evaluate and refer to option (1).
BTW, I was in your exact situation a few years back...
1) Get some 121 turbine time then lateral over to a better regional like Skywest or Horizon. If you want to do that, then base your decision on available domiciles; as a really junior FO living in or really near domicile is the only thing that can enhance your lifestyle. You won't be there long enough for anything else to matter (like pay or upgrade time).
2) Quick PIC: Go to mesa. Both mesa and eagle suck, but why suck in the right seat for 7+ years?
If you are thinking of actually STAYING at mesa or eagle for a long time, you need to seriously re-evaluate and refer to option (1).
BTW, I was in your exact situation a few years back...
06-09-2006 | 09:38 AM
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There's a reason why they call Mesa "My Employer Sucks A--", and with Eagle, you'll become a crusty old FO, not Captain. Try Pinnacle. I just interviewed there last week. Awesome people, great airline, and a pretty solid business plan. I can't wait to get the call for class! They really make you feel appreciated and at ease.
06-09-2006 | 10:22 AM
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Originally Posted by rickair7777
2) Quick PIC: Go to mesa. Both mesa and eagle suck, but why suck in the right seat for 7+ years?
I love it.
Oh BTW I got me a fancy new job. Thanks for the advice earlier.
06-09-2006 | 10:33 AM
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Mesa flight training locations
My class date with Mesa is for training in Phoenix. Can someone tell me if that implies what aircraft it will be in. Their rep. couldn't tell me. Didn't know if everybody starts together or if different equipment starts in different locations.
06-09-2006 | 02:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Raptor01
Pinnacle....great airline, solid business plan.....yeah right!!
Either way, one man's trash may be another man's treasure!
06-09-2006 | 02:52 PM
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Originally Posted by Texdog
My class date with Mesa is for training in Phoenix. Can someone tell me if that implies what aircraft it will be in. Their rep. couldn't tell me. Didn't know if everybody starts together or if different equipment starts in different locations.
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