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Originally Posted by 121dj (Post 1006683)

Considering that I already have been assigned the June 20 XJT class, I am really not missing any seniority. You are both correct that XJT is an excellent choice from the carriers who are placing pilots in jets right now. Being assigned to a 170/175 means the possibility of a brighter future than the 145 due to the fact that once the 50-seat aircraft are being eliminated(by Embraer & Bombardier models), I will still be flying. The other benefit is that experience operating an aircraft with a greater mgtow opens many more doors in the future per the wise words of some high-time 121 guys.

I plan to be in Houston on the 20th. If RAH calls and places me in a class before then, what else should keep me from going? I know there's turmoil at RAH right now but can you honestly tell me there isn't at almost every single airline?

Republic has a lot of 50 seaters with senior pilots flying them. It also has a failing airline. All of these pilots will be senior to you. These senior pilots will be displaced into your seat while you are furloughed. You will not still be flying. The greater MGTOW between a 70 seater and 50 seater is insignificant. They are both small jetliners. Your logic does not make any sense.

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Originally Posted by 121dj (Post 1006683)

I know there's turmoil at RAH right now but can you honestly tell me there isn't at almost every single airline?

Not like the mess we have going on right now. We're in the middle of a civil war with FAPA and a fistfight with management. The Frontier operation is close to failing. If that happens, there will be roughly 300 furloughs on the RAH side of the fence. Plus, we may strike within the next year. I don't know anyone I fly with that isn't thinking about an escape route right now. Honestly, I'd go to Expressjet. Be very weary of this place.

PS- I've flown the 170/175/190 here and without an ATP it hasn't opened up any doors for me.

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Originally Posted by Oskeewowow (Post 1006754)

PS- I've flown the 170/175/190 here and without an ATP it hasn't opened up any doors for me.

You can't be far from an ATP, can you?

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Originally Posted by Oskeewowow (Post 1006754)

PS- I've flown the 170/175/190 here and without an ATP it hasn't opened up any doors for me.

You can't be far from an ATP, can you?

5000 tt, all the xc and other requirements met, written passed... But until I get an upgrade, no ATP.

Is there company policy preventing you from getting ATP part 61? Unless there is, that's the route I would take.

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Originally Posted by 121dj (Post 1007076)

Is there company policy preventing you from getting ATP part 61? Unless there is, that's the route I would take.

Nope....but.....unless you're going to take the time to go get to be eligible for another job, it's not really worth it. I plan on doing it though.

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Originally Posted by 121dj (Post 1006683)

What a bunch of crap! I see you took the job at RAH and opened up a spot for someone more deserving at XJT/ASA. Enjoy flying that E170 for peanuts!

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Originally Posted by CRJDriver (Post 1008112)

What a bunch of crap! I see you took the job at RAH and opened up a spot for someone more deserving at XJT/ASA. Enjoy flying that E170 for peanuts!

Hey! Take it easy. You see nothing, sir. I have until the end of the weekend to make my decision. I'm sure I can't count on YOU to contribute to the discussion in a constructive manner.

I digress. Factors I have considered: General movement within the pilot group, Equipment average age & type, Labor contract quality, Number of codeshare network partnerships, General route geography, Base locations, Time on Reserve, General quality of life and the "big picture", including all factors together.

If there is any truth to Oskeewowow and AirbornPegasus' posts, that kind of attrition means serious movement.

I will not make a regional my retirement home. It is simply a stepping stone. The quicker I get in, the faster the movement through, the quicker I pop out the other side with turbine pic.

Argue that.

Why would you even consider RAH right now? The company is very unstable, and has a divided pilot group. If you want to fly the 170 go the Compass. BTW the upgrade at RAH is at least 5 years for a new hire. Dont believe what HR tells you!

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Originally Posted by 121dj (Post 1008122)

Hey! Take it easy. You see nothing, sir. I have until the end of the weekend to make my decision. I'm sure I can't count on YOU to contribute to the discussion in a constructive manner.

Please go to RAH!