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Old 08-15-2015 | 12:45 PM
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Old 08-15-2015 | 12:52 PM
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Originally Posted by Crazy Canuck
Hey buddy,

Just transitioned to the ERJ from the CRJ. While the ERJ kicks ass and the trips are better, I highly recommend you take the CRJ. The ERJ list in ORD has grown quite long and I suspect you could be reserve for quite some time unless we find new flying on it here.

That said, I said this exact same thing a year ago when I got hired and took the CRJ for better QOL and seniority. Well guess what, all the ERJ guys and gals in my class have all been enjoying much better seniority than I have. The move is taking me from 66% in base to 45%. So really who knows. If your patient and don't mind taking a risk ERJ could be a really good gig, especially if we get more flying.:.
Make sure to remember you ONLY get United Flt benefits if you select ERJ. CRJ you get united, American, and Delta! I spoke to one of the Capts when i interviewed and they said take the CRJ. More upward mobility as people with seniority bid the ERJ.
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Old 08-15-2015 | 12:57 PM
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Originally Posted by SMACFUM
Example: You show up to work at 8am on day 1 for a 4 day trip. You finish your trip on day 4 at 14:00. You have a TAFB of 80 hours. Now, that trip you may only fly (and get paid for) 16 hours. With the 4:1 TAFB rig you are guaranteed a min of 20 hours of pay. 4:1 or 80:4 = 20
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Old 08-15-2015 | 03:11 PM
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Could someone comment on trips from MSP and the likely hood of ending a trip or having layovers on a 3-4 day trip that has a stop in FAR? I'm in FAR and not planing on moving and curious as to what the likely hood of having the ability to bid for trips with FAR stops so I can sleep in my own bed.

Or the ability to have a lay over in FAR to go home for a bit
Old 08-15-2015 | 03:11 PM
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Originally Posted by Is offline
The HSA is saving them way too much money to go away. They will have to adjust the deductibles and other things for to Obummer care but we all knew we were gonna get screwed anyway.

They can just raise the deductible if they want to make it cheaper. Obamacare allows deductibles up to $6600 for singles.
Old 08-15-2015 | 03:13 PM
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Capt Red Beard:
I have no idea but I will guarantee you its within your reach if you desire MSP.
Old 08-15-2015 | 06:41 PM
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Still contemplating airframe as well. I thought I made my final decision, but still struggling to decide.

Is ORD is even a possibility out of CRJ training? It sounded as if everyone was getting MSP with no other option. I like the possibility of local flights and the delta and American benefits, but really don't want to start in MSP on reserve.

My biggest concern right now with the ERJ is the amount of people in the classes for it and not a lot of airframes online yet... I am guessing they know something we don't or they wouldn't keep filling those classes with 50 or More.

This is a tough decision with pros and cons to both for sure.

Thanks for all the insight.
Old 08-15-2015 | 07:15 PM
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On these pages there seems to be a lot of worry and much consternation along these lines. To help, try to remember that these are high-class problems to have in the aviation world and go with your gut, you guys seem to have the facts. CRJ or ERJ.

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Old 08-15-2015 | 09:10 PM
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Originally Posted by GSintercept
Still contemplating airframe as well. I thought I made my final decision, but still struggling to decide.

Is ORD is even a possibility out of CRJ training? It sounded as if everyone was getting MSP with no other option. I like the possibility of local flights and the delta and American benefits, but really don't want to start in MSP on reserve.

My biggest concern right now with the ERJ is the amount of people in the classes for it and not a lot of airframes online yet... I am guessing they know something we don't or they wouldn't keep filling those classes with 50 or More.

This is a tough decision with pros and cons to both for sure.

Thanks for all the insight.
You'll get ORD without a problem. Don't worry.


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Old 08-15-2015 | 09:55 PM
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Originally Posted by GSintercept
Still contemplating airframe as well. I thought I made my final decision, but still struggling to decide.

Is ORD is even a possibility out of CRJ training? It sounded as if everyone was getting MSP with no other option. I like the possibility of local flights and the delta and American benefits, but really don't want to start in MSP on reserve.

My biggest concern right now with the ERJ is the amount of people in the classes for it and not a lot of airframes online yet... I am guessing they know something we don't or they wouldn't keep filling those classes with 50 or More.

This is a tough decision with pros and cons to both for sure.

Thanks for all the insight.
On the CRJ you'll probably spend a month or two in Minny before getting ORD. The one good thing with Minny is that there is practically no reserve at the moment.
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