Originally Posted by Purpleanga

I would not have done that, unless you were forced. They have to take you back in. Even if it's a crappy company, you will still be first to come back before the thousands that will apply. Now you are no better off than any other street pilot with pt121 time. Plus you never know with these negotiations. Look what happened to Mesaba.

Originally Posted by bryris

Being in my shoes, it was the best option considering all available moves and was made only after very much thought. Staying on would have royally messed up my chances to go pursue something else as a hedge - which I am doing. I'd have had to commit to the profession and would have had to decide to ride all the ups and downs regardless of the outcome. Considering many factors, not just my desire to fly for a living, I made the decision that needed to be made and I have no regrets.

But, I am not one for burning bridges. This industry is still not up to my standards right now. But, I am on the sidelines, keeping my finger on the pulse and merely want to stay as poised as I can to jump in IF I decide I want it later on. But that time may never come and because I made the decision I did, I was able to take advantage of an opportunity that seldom comes up at my age that has the potential for enormous dividends.

Originally Posted by 250 or point 65

He had an opportunity to leave PRIOR to furlough.

Originally Posted by Purpleanga

Plus you never know with these negotiations. Look what happened to Mesaba.

Originally Posted by rickair7777

Giving up recall rights voluntarily is unusual. If an interviewer asks why you did not go back to TSA, have a good answer ready. Badmouthing TSA or complaining about the commute (legit gripes IMO) might make an interviewer wary of your attitude. If you gave up recall rights in a fit of anger or to make a statement, best that potential employers don't learn the details.

Most folks would keep the recall rights even if they had no intention of using them. You never know...