Originally Posted by flyguy23 (Post 3613431)

The only thing I can offer you is to make sure you understand that is a non union position. There is no published pay scale or work rules and no contractual protections of any kind. You do what they say no matter what to FAA limits, assuming you’re flying instead of administrative duties. Benefits can and do change on a whim, such as the loss of pension that recently took place.

Don’t get me wrong, there are some good guys that do that job, but it’s not really a flying job for the most part. Good luck and do your research as to why you may not be well received by some line guys. There are very good reasons for that.

Originally Posted by Swedish Blender (Post 3613506)

Then we'll just go ahead and start ignoring you now so you can get used to it.

Originally Posted by McBoeingBus (Post 3613636)

UPS FQS are a diverse group with regards to abilities as well as compensation. These two things do not necessarily correlate. The 1990-2000 FQS were compensated well and are very different from the new guys. I recently chatted with a UPS buddy who knows some newer FQSs and they are a little underwhelmed considering their pay and work when compared to IPA pilots. You'd probably have to live in domicile, so other than the first year, I don't see the FQS much ahead. Who knows, go to the interview, ask for the moon and see what happens.

Originally Posted by MidwestMaster (Post 3613895)

The only difference between an FQS and an IPA pilot, is the FQS people don't have 1.5% of their wages garnished for union dues. Everything else is pretty much the same these days.

Originally Posted by pilotr (Post 3613865)

Thank you. Good reasoning. I've heard the pay is fantastic for FQL, but it is hard to pin down any specific details. For those of us near the end of a career, it is a potential path to maximize finances. And just because someone is a "manager" does not mean they must sell their soul. I've worked on both sides of the line at several companies and try to work with integrity, no matter which role I'm in.

Originally Posted by MidwestMaster (Post 3613895)

The only difference between an FQS and an IPA pilot, is the FQS people don't have 1.5% of their wages garnished for union dues. Everything else is pretty much the same these days.

Originally Posted by MidwestMaster (Post 3613895)

The only difference between an FQS and an IPA pilot, is the FQS people don't have 1.5% of their wages garnished for union dues. Everything else is pretty much the same these days.