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Old 02-23-2019 | 01:31 PM
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Originally Posted by JayD
Try rereading his post. The first sentence of the second paragraph answers your first question.
So, my fault for not clarifying, why does it seem that RAH pilots take longer to end up at the big 3 than other pilots at other regionals?
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Old 02-23-2019 | 01:56 PM
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Originally Posted by SoFloFlyer
So, my fault for not clarifying, why does it seem that RAH pilots take longer to end up at the big 3 than other pilots at other regionals?
What statistics are you referring to?
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Old 02-23-2019 | 02:10 PM
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Originally Posted by SoFloFlyer
So, my fault for not clarifying, why does it seem that RAH pilots take longer to end up at the big 3 than other pilots at other regionals?
Well, for one thing we have a lot of “lifer” types, including people who got stuck in the lost decade and now have too much time to be marketable, plus a fairly good sized portion of our junior captains who live in base aren't in a huge hurry to leave. Many will wait a couple years after upgrading to start applying other places.

Those who want out quickly and put the effort into it (and don’t just ***** about not getting a call incessantly without making active steps to change/improve their resume) typically get out quickly.
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Old 02-23-2019 | 07:19 PM
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Originally Posted by SoFloFlyer
So, my fault for not clarifying, why does it seem that RAH pilots take longer to end up at the big 3 than other pilots at other regionals?
They don’t take any longer than any other pilots............

Where are you getting this information from?

Is your goal to get to a legacy fast? It takes good timing, a clean background and a full resume. Looking for Delta? You’ll need to be atleast 6-foot, broad shoulders and preferably not a white-male.

Wherever you choose to “pay your dues” is negligible. QOL should be the only consideration.
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Old 02-23-2019 | 07:36 PM
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Originally Posted by TheWeatherman
What statistics are you referring to?
Recruiting stats showed RAH pilots going to the Big 3 in smaller numbers compared to the other companies.

As far as comparison to other regionals, I haven’t spoken to a mainline pilot that’s come from RAH. Put that with how fast it is to become LCA or some other leadership position at a different shop (and mainline hires LCA and pilots in leadership position), I get my hypothesis. But it’s just that, a hypothesis.
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Old 02-23-2019 | 07:42 PM
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Originally Posted by SoFloFlyer
Recruiting stats showed RAH pilots going to the Big 3 in smaller numbers compared to the other companies.

As far as comparison to other regionals, I haven’t spoken to a mainline pilot that’s come from RAH. Put that with how fast it is to become LCA or some other leadership position at a different shop (and mainline hires LCA and pilots in leadership position), I get my hypothesis. But it’s just that, a hypothesis.
Well, not sure about all of that so let me put it this way. I do not feel that i put myself in a lesser position to go to a legacy by going here vs. any other Regional.
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Old 02-23-2019 | 07:44 PM
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Originally Posted by stabapch
They don’t take any longer than any other pilots............

Where are you getting this information from?

Is your goal to get to a legacy fast? It takes good timing, a clean background and a full resume. Looking for Delta? You’ll need to be atleast 6-foot, broad shoulders and preferably not a white-male.

Wherever you choose to “pay your dues” is negligible. QOL should be the only consideration.
Not so much hard stats, more anecdotal than anything. Along with some some numbers from RAH recruiters that shows smaller number of pilots going to the Big 3 compared to some other carriers like Spirit, Atlas, etc...

Again, this is a hypothesis, but I say it’s because upgrading takes longer thus getting a leadership position (LCA, CP, instructor, etc...) takes longer.
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Old 02-23-2019 | 07:48 PM
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If your on the seniority list at YX, go to the local Facebook page. You will find the info you’re looking for, and yes less then 15 went to the Big 3 last year as pure civilian hires. The volunteer who puts the info together is pretty transparent, and the spread sheets are all there for your review. Yes some (14 I think) I a blank spot for where they left. Also you can get info through ALPA for United, and maybe DAL. American isn’t going to happen for most civilians at YX, so probably stick to the other 2.

Most seem to be going to Southwest, JetBlue or Spirit.

Try to get in the training department early, or try to get a union leadership position.
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Originally Posted by Viking6
If your on the seniority list at YX, go to the local Facebook page. You will find the info you’re looking for, and yes less then 15 went to the Big 3 last year as pure civilian hires. The volunteer who puts the info together is pretty transparent, and the spread sheets are all there for your review. Yes some (14 I think) I a blank spot for where they left. Also you can get info through ALPA for United, and maybe DAL. American isn’t going to happen for most civilians at YX, so probably stick to the other 2.

Most seem to be going to Southwest, JetBlue or Spirit.

Try to get in the training department early, or try to get a union leadership position.
Are you talking about the union FB page, or another one?
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Old 02-24-2019 | 07:56 AM
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Originally Posted by IDrive175
Are you talking about the union FB page, or another one?
The Local 357 FB page, although it may also be on the RP page. Search “Pilots who left” within that page, and you should find it. Actually some good info on attrition and retention as well from the same guy.
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