I never thought of it like this and am not familiar with airlines cancellation pay policies, but I did a little contract flying before my current job and I was paid by the hour with no 'cancellation pay' protection. It was entirely different from anything that I had ever done before and I agree - it is a huge safety issue! I never had a mechanical issue - but I launched into and around weather that I had second thoughts about one time because the *customer* launched (though they didn't have to fly through the same weather system I did); but to the point - I had that exact same thought which you highlight Ultralight. If I cancel this hop I lose 4 hours of pay. Do that a few times a week I've lost a significant portion of my pay check for that week (no 95% of guarantee either :().

Glad you're happy, you stay where you are then then.

Your options certainly are not "limited" either. There are over 20 regional airlines in the U.S and A, all of them hiring right now.

I would encourage anyone looking into applying for their first regional job to do their homework, research the contract, and use recourses such as this web site to narrow down the ones that are worth applying to.

Like I said earlier, I find it intriguing that so many people stand up to defend their precocious regional. Its not like I said your girlfriend was fat, just pointing out what I consider to be an unacceptable practice.

Rationalize all you want. Good luck, and I hope you don't get grounded by a snow storm or something. Christmas is coming up, you need the money!

No, because I don't like your avatar picture. Its boring.

For those looking for a job, TSA has leg-by-leg cancellation pay. Including open time pickups. The jets are less shiny, though...

But arent' they waiting for brand new shiney ones? LOL
When are they supposed to show up?

Wow! Someone is bitter. ... And to answer your question; no I'm not a flight attendant. I've flown for a few carriers around the world. I agree, that the regionals do suck when it comes to pay work rules ect. But it's a regional! Most of us are here waiting for the mainline carriers to open up. I left a pretty lucrative international contract to be closer to ailing family members. I'm grateful to have the opportunity to stay current and work for a company who has such a great pilot group. But, that's just my $0.02

Don't listen to the nay-sayers. You are doing what is best for you and your family, no one can fault you for that.

RDU is a great base with great folks. Just like the rest of the airline, most of the CA's are ex Comair. You will fly with great folks.

If you feel comfortable, could you post your interview expirence? I've been getting PM'ed for current interview gouge, but I don't have anything currently to provide.

Sweet . Our open time has vanished into thin air lol and been given to reserve pilots under the table this month .:o guess we are fat still yet hiring :confused:

I can't remember, but does GoJet have a training contract?

No...... They ask that you stay 1 year as a curtesy.