Commuting vs. Domicile
06-12-2014, 07:38 AM
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Company vs commute
If you were going to live in the DC area, would you prioritize who flies out of that area (like UAL or AA) over the company that's currently performing the best like DAL, so that eventually you wouldn't have to commute? Curious on folks thoughts or experiences.
06-12-2014, 08:16 AM
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Originally Posted by ReheatF15E
If you were going to live in the DC area, would you prioritize who flies out of that area (like UAL or AA) over the company that's currently performing the best like DAL, so that eventually you wouldn't have to commute? Curious on folks thoughts or experiences.
06-12-2014, 09:02 AM
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Originally Posted by ReheatF15E
If you were going to live in the DC area, would you prioritize who flies out of that area (like UAL or AA) over the company that's currently performing the best like DAL, so that eventually you wouldn't have to commute? Curious on folks thoughts or experiences.
No offense, but given your screen name I'm assuming you're military. A lot of my squadron buddies were under the misconception that they would drop their application and the phone would ring the next day. Welcome to being 1 of thousands. Your phone will ring, but it may not be your first or second choice and you're going to have to do a lot more work (networking) to make that happen than just filling out the application. Holding out for your first choice can have devastating consequences on your seniority and thus career.
As was mentioned, here today, gone tomorrow. This industry can cruel. Just imagine being a new hire at Pan Am, Eastern or TWA back in the early 80's. Yes DAL is printing cash right now, but an airline is only one poor decision away from bankruptcy.
06-12-2014, 06:02 PM
#34
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Originally Posted by CaseTractor
Are there any traditional reservists who lived with their unit and have commuted successfully balancing both obligations?
06-12-2014, 06:03 PM
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Originally Posted by ReheatF15E
If you were going to live in the DC area, would you prioritize who flies out of that area (like UAL or AA) over the company that's currently performing the best like DAL, so that eventually you wouldn't have to commute? Curious on folks thoughts or experiences.
06-16-2014, 05:56 AM
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Originally Posted by Viperstick
Looking for some feedback from folks who've been there, done that. I just retired from the USAF & was fortunate enough to be hired by United last fall. We've decided to move closer to family, but haven't settled on a location yet.
All through training, I heard "live in your domicile" and while that would greatly simplify life, none of the domiciles jazz me or my wife for the long term. We both like the Nashville area, but everything is RJ out of there.
Currently reserve on the Bus in EWR, but considering a lateral to IAH or maybe ORD in the fall. Here are some random thoughts I've had on the subject of commuting vs. living in domicile:
- Will the SkyWest purchase of larger RJs make commuting easier (i.e. less chances of being weight restricted)?
- Commuting while on reserve definitely blows, but once I'm a line holder & can trade/drop for QOL, will that make commuting less odious?
- If SWA opens a domicile in BNA (I just heard rumors), will that make getting in and out of BNA easier or harder?
- I've heard the percentage of guys living in domicile vs. commuting is 40/60--true? For those who commute, why do you choose not to live in your domicile?
- For those who commute on RJs, what other pitfalls are there? I know SkyWest pilots get first crack at the jumpseats, but what else?
Appreciate the feedback.
All through training, I heard "live in your domicile" and while that would greatly simplify life, none of the domiciles jazz me or my wife for the long term. We both like the Nashville area, but everything is RJ out of there.
Currently reserve on the Bus in EWR, but considering a lateral to IAH or maybe ORD in the fall. Here are some random thoughts I've had on the subject of commuting vs. living in domicile:
- Will the SkyWest purchase of larger RJs make commuting easier (i.e. less chances of being weight restricted)?
- Commuting while on reserve definitely blows, but once I'm a line holder & can trade/drop for QOL, will that make commuting less odious?
- If SWA opens a domicile in BNA (I just heard rumors), will that make getting in and out of BNA easier or harder?
- I've heard the percentage of guys living in domicile vs. commuting is 40/60--true? For those who commute, why do you choose not to live in your domicile?
- For those who commute on RJs, what other pitfalls are there? I know SkyWest pilots get first crack at the jumpseats, but what else?
Appreciate the feedback.
One thing to think about: I know the XJT ERJs aren't as sexy as a CRJ700 or 170 and aren't mainline either. But the XJT ERJs are the only RJ out there with TWO jumpseats. Can't even say that of the 737s or most 757s.
As far as weight restrictions: they do happen but are most definitely not the norm. Most guys here are pretty smart and can figure out a way to get 50 pax, their bags and two jumpseaters wherever we are going. The only time you really get hosed is when dispatch loads us up with gas for a distant alternate or a lot of holding.
As a former Norcal to IAH and IAH to ORD commuter, I second what other guys say about it being a whole 'nother job when you live in base. Good luck with commuting!
06-16-2014, 10:44 AM
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Originally Posted by freezingflyboy
Love Nashville! Have family there and from the times I have non-revved/JS out there, I can tell you that sometimes it ain't easy.
One thing to think about: I know the XJT ERJs aren't as sexy as a CRJ700 or 170 and aren't mainline either. But the XJT ERJs are the only RJ out there with TWO jumpseats. Can't even say that of the 737s or most 757s.
As far as weight restrictions: they do happen but are most definitely not the norm. Most guys here are pretty smart and can figure out a way to get 50 pax, their bags and two jumpseaters wherever we are going. The only time you really get hosed is when dispatch loads us up with gas for a distant alternate or a lot of holding.
As a former Norcal to IAH and IAH to ORD commuter, I second what other guys say about it being a whole 'nother job when you live in base. Good luck with commuting!
One thing to think about: I know the XJT ERJs aren't as sexy as a CRJ700 or 170 and aren't mainline either. But the XJT ERJs are the only RJ out there with TWO jumpseats. Can't even say that of the 737s or most 757s.
As far as weight restrictions: they do happen but are most definitely not the norm. Most guys here are pretty smart and can figure out a way to get 50 pax, their bags and two jumpseaters wherever we are going. The only time you really get hosed is when dispatch loads us up with gas for a distant alternate or a lot of holding.
As a former Norcal to IAH and IAH to ORD commuter, I second what other guys say about it being a whole 'nother job when you live in base. Good luck with commuting!
06-16-2014, 11:29 AM
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Originally Posted by Shrek
Nuthin sexy about an RJ
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