New Hire - E175 vs CRJ
04-25-2018, 03:42 PM
#21
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Originally Posted by kiffer245
When did OO even get ERJ’s? Serious question.
04-26-2018, 09:15 AM
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Originally Posted by Shifty101
I am looking at making the jump into 121 and have applied to SkyWest because my family lives in the BOI area. I interview soon and looking for some insight, not just HR's input. I know the 175 is based in BOI, how is the commuting on reserve? How long of reserve should I expect? Lastly, how hard is it to get a line in BOI? I know BOI just became a domicile in September of 17 and looking at the seniority on the website, seems junior for FO. The main reason for making the switch from what I am flying now, federal government, to 121, is to get closer to family which is why SkyWest interests me.
Any insight is much appreciated, thanks in advance.
Any insight is much appreciated, thanks in advance.
05-12-2018, 08:23 AM
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I am in skywests cadet program, expecting to hit 1500 at the end of the summer. I know people all have different reasons to pick a regional, but flying the ERJ out of SFO (eventually, I know not day 1) is what makes me want to come here, among other things. I’ve been told that SkyWest is currently allowing new pilots to choose between ERJ and CRJ is that correct? (Don’t mind waiting for ERJ if class dates are a little further out). Anyone have any insight on if going into fall there will be more CRJ or ERJ classes/ if new hires get a choice? I know there are other west coast options too so just trying to look ahead at what to expect going into fall.
05-12-2018, 08:33 AM
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Originally Posted by Westcoastpilot5
I am in skywests cadet program, expecting to hit 1500 at the end of the summer. I know people all have different reasons to pick a regional, but flying the ERJ out of SFO (eventually, I know not day 1) is what makes me want to come here, among other things. I’ve been told that SkyWest is currently allowing new pilots to choose between ERJ and CRJ is that correct? (Don’t mind waiting for ERJ if class dates are a little further out). Anyone have any insight on if going into fall there will be more CRJ or ERJ classes/ if new hires get a choice? I know there are other west coast options too so just trying to look ahead at what to expect going into fall.
Junior people at Skywest are tending to go east a whole lot more than they go west lately, regardless of which jet they fly. And they sit reserve a lot - especially junior people in the ERJ. And their new reserve rules seriously suck.
Do some reading on the Skywest threads for the last six months before you commit yourself to anything. Know what you are getting in to.
05-12-2018, 08:44 AM
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Originally Posted by Excargodog
Junior people at Skywest are tending to go east a whole lot more than they go west lately, regardless of which jet they fly. And they sit reserve a lot - especially junior people in the ERJ. And their new reserve rules seriously suck.
Do some reading on the Skywest threads for the last six months before you commit yourself to anything. Know what you are getting in to.
Do some reading on the Skywest threads for the last six months before you commit yourself to anything. Know what you are getting in to.
05-12-2018, 08:51 AM
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Originally Posted by Excargodog
Junior people at Skywest are tending to go east a whole lot more than they go west lately, regardless of which jet they fly. And they sit reserve a lot - especially junior people in the ERJ. And their new reserve rules seriously suck.
Do some reading on the Skywest threads for the last six months before you commit yourself to anything. Know what you are getting in to.
Do some reading on the Skywest threads for the last six months before you commit yourself to anything. Know what you are getting in to.
05-12-2018, 09:34 AM
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Originally Posted by Westcoastpilot5
I have read quite a bit and know that the first 6 months or so may be/ will be reserve Midwest and I’m cool with that. Also know the pay or relationships with majors isn’t offered here, where it is elsewhere. At the moment I’m not trying to chase the quickest upgrade or quickest path to majors. My ultimate goal is to be SFO which seems possible after a handful of months reserve elsewhere....and ultimately can’t be offered by other regionals. I’m more currious if I can pick the jet I want in training. I know most will say that’s a dumb question or factor to consider, but I’m just currious. Not the end of the world either way.
05-12-2018, 10:20 AM
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Originally Posted by Excargodog
Junior people at Skywest are tending to go east a whole lot more than they go west lately, regardless of which jet they fly. And they sit reserve a lot - especially junior people in the ERJ. And their new reserve rules seriously suck.
Do some reading on the Skywest threads for the last six months before you commit yourself to anything. Know what you are getting in to.
Do some reading on the Skywest threads for the last six months before you commit yourself to anything. Know what you are getting in to.
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