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Turboprop , 02-21-2020 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by capnballz

I heard ORD March target lines for the ERJ did not decrease for the first time in awhile in the last bidding period. Also, a very senior captain mentioned his mgmt connections told him at least some of the new American 175s are likely going there, so hopefully it doesn’t close. Im trying to get ORD to avoid commuting, right now stuck commuting to reserve in MSP. Im likely going to get a line in MSP next month, but I think Id rather sit reserve in ORD and be able to drive to work than commute to MSP to hold a line. What do you guys think?

the commute sucks bad..

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Patrickc , 02-21-2020 03:29 PM

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For what it’s worth I started training on the ERJ beginning of November, completed training end of December. SFO base, finished IOE mid January and awarded LAX for March.

Hoping for growth in LAX on the ERJ.

Oh wow that is awesome movement! Reserve probably wouldn’t be too much longer than the crj anyways.

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amcnd , 02-21-2020 03:39 PM

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Originally Posted by FilthyFrank

Take the CRJ. ERJ ORD base it probably going to close, it's shrinking a lot right now with UA giving a lot of flying to XJet. Upgrade times are shorter on the CRJ as well, just get your time and you can get it basically if you are willing to go to DTW.

There are also opening on the job listing page for ORD hanger MX positions.. I could see more 175’s shifting west for UA but keeping the ORD base about the same size...

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Champeen07 , 02-22-2020 05:51 AM

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Originally Posted by capnballz

Driving to work on reserve is a lot better. In ORD you will get used a lot on reserve too so you'll still build plenty of hours. And the movement there is so quick you won't be on reserve long. I'd definitely recommend changing bases and get rid of the commute.

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herewego , 02-24-2020 05:30 AM

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25 additional 70 seat 175s split between Chicago and Houston.
I think Chicago will grow just a little bit on the 175, instead of shrinking or staying the same.

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ComingInHot , 02-24-2020 07:37 AM

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Originally Posted by herewego

25 additional 70 seat 175s split between Chicago and Houston.
I think Chicago will grow just a little bit on the 175, instead of shrinking or staying the same.

Are those for United? They just sent out an email talking about 25 additional E175's for United.

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California , 02-24-2020 07:46 AM

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Are those for United? They just sent out an email talking about 25 additional E175's for United.

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New, multi-year agreement to fly 25 additional E175 aircraft for United
These aircraft are in the 70-seat configuration, including 12 in First Class
The first aircraft will enter service in April with the rest being in service by end of Q1 next year
We expect to fly these aircraft primarily out of Houston (IAH) and Chicago (ORD)

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Utah , 02-24-2020 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by FilthyFrank

Take the CRJ. ERJ ORD base it probably going to close,

Your crystal ball is rather messed up.

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ComingInHot , 02-24-2020 09:12 AM

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So I guess the ERJ would be the better choice for ORD now?

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captive apple , 02-24-2020 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by ComingInHot

So I guess the ERJ would be the better choice for ORD now?

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In no way.