AA New Hire – CLT, 737 or A320?
01-22-2024, 03:20 PM
#61
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I’m not CLT based so can’t confirm but I’ve heard the majority of 3-4 leg day “regional style” trips are on the Bus, not the 737.
01-22-2024, 03:38 PM
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01-22-2024, 03:40 PM
#63
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Also, just my observation, the 40ish or so 320s left, seem to be consolidated in CLT. It's honestly the only place I've seen them in my short tenure.
01-22-2024, 05:50 PM
#64
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Seconded. Buds that left PHL for CLT said the flying is worse. Lots of 4 leggers on the Bus. If you don't know GSO, you will, haha.
Also, just my observation, the 40ish or so 320s left, seem to be consolidated in CLT. It's honestly the only place I've seen them in my short tenure.
Also, just my observation, the 40ish or so 320s left, seem to be consolidated in CLT. It's honestly the only place I've seen them in my short tenure.
01-22-2024, 06:24 PM
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I was going to start a thread but then saw this one which works out great for my question:
Do I make the switch from 737 to 320?
Currently MIA 737 FO but moving to NC. I sit at around 65% CLT 737 FO and 72% CLT 320 FO.
Also a tall dude that wouldn't mind a change and a bit more room in the flight deck.
Not planning on upgrading any time soon and want to play the senior FO game for a few years as I have a kid on the way.
I noticed that there are far more senior FOs in CLT 320 than CLT 737 (adjusted for base size)
Should this make much of a differnce in my decision on whether to swith to the bus? Comfort vs quicker way to the top 25%... hmmmm
Do I make the switch from 737 to 320?
Currently MIA 737 FO but moving to NC. I sit at around 65% CLT 737 FO and 72% CLT 320 FO.
Also a tall dude that wouldn't mind a change and a bit more room in the flight deck.
Not planning on upgrading any time soon and want to play the senior FO game for a few years as I have a kid on the way.
I noticed that there are far more senior FOs in CLT 320 than CLT 737 (adjusted for base size)
Should this make much of a differnce in my decision on whether to swith to the bus? Comfort vs quicker way to the top 25%... hmmmm
Why bid the 320? When you hear all the *****ing about one vs the other you'll be able to figure out if there's one that you prefer, if you really dislike one of the airplanes, or if just doesn't matter. When it comes time to upgrade you'll know the answer and that will help you know which plane you will, or won't, upgrade on. The 737 is a better airplane and performer. The Airbus is a better job but it does some wierd stuff. You'll get used to it and it doesn't matter after awhile you just work around it or live with it.
If you have to spend a long time on one aircraft the 320 is the way to go. Comfort, quietness, and size of the cockpit are much better.
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01-22-2024, 06:31 PM
#66
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Lots of N/S east coast flights out of CLT. Lots of city pair options under 60-90 minutes....
01-22-2024, 08:06 PM
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Seconded. Buds that left PHL for CLT said the flying is worse. Lots of 4 leggers on the Bus. If you don't know GSO, you will, haha.
Also, just my observation, the 40ish or so 320s left, seem to be consolidated in CLT. It's honestly the only place I've seen them in my short tenure.
Also, just my observation, the 40ish or so 320s left, seem to be consolidated in CLT. It's honestly the only place I've seen them in my short tenure.
You might get lucky to see that if you go there enough
01-23-2024, 05:17 AM
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At my last company we were doing a turn out of GSO and the 747 that carries the president was doing closed traffic touch n gos. Pretty incredible seeing a plane that big going touch n gos. Apparently it's a mx base for it.
You might get lucky to see that if you go there enough
You might get lucky to see that if you go there enough
01-23-2024, 10:58 AM
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I was going to start a thread but then saw this one which works out great for my question:
Do I make the switch from 737 to 320?
Currently MIA 737 FO but moving to NC. I sit at around 65% CLT 737 FO and 72% CLT 320 FO.
Also a tall dude that wouldn't mind a change and a bit more room in the flight deck.
Not planning on upgrading any time soon and want to play the senior FO game for a few years as I have a kid on the way.
I noticed that there are far more senior FOs in CLT 320 than CLT 737 (adjusted for base size)
Should this make much of a differnce in my decision on whether to swith to the bus? Comfort vs quicker way to the top 25%... hmmmm
Do I make the switch from 737 to 320?
Currently MIA 737 FO but moving to NC. I sit at around 65% CLT 737 FO and 72% CLT 320 FO.
Also a tall dude that wouldn't mind a change and a bit more room in the flight deck.
Not planning on upgrading any time soon and want to play the senior FO game for a few years as I have a kid on the way.
I noticed that there are far more senior FOs in CLT 320 than CLT 737 (adjusted for base size)
Should this make much of a differnce in my decision on whether to swith to the bus? Comfort vs quicker way to the top 25%... hmmmm
I live about 20-25 min from the parking lot and I just keep bidding reserve. No real complaints.
01-23-2024, 11:41 AM
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Bid the 320. A 7% difference in relative seniority isn't live altering at 65-72%.
Why bid the 320? When you hear all the *****ing about one vs the other you'll be able to figure out if there's one that you prefer, if you really dislike one of the airplanes, or if just doesn't matter. When it comes time to upgrade you'll know the answer and that will help you know which plane you will, or won't, upgrade on. The 737 is a better airplane and performer. The Airbus is a better job but it does some wierd stuff. You'll get used to it and it doesn't matter after awhile you just work around it or live with it.
If you have to spend a long time on one aircraft the 320 is the way to go. Comfort, quietness, and size of the cockpit are much better.
Why bid the 320? When you hear all the *****ing about one vs the other you'll be able to figure out if there's one that you prefer, if you really dislike one of the airplanes, or if just doesn't matter. When it comes time to upgrade you'll know the answer and that will help you know which plane you will, or won't, upgrade on. The 737 is a better airplane and performer. The Airbus is a better job but it does some wierd stuff. You'll get used to it and it doesn't matter after awhile you just work around it or live with it.
If you have to spend a long time on one aircraft the 320 is the way to go. Comfort, quietness, and size of the cockpit are much better.
All that aside, I agree with and much rather prefer the comfort of the bus.4 legs a day sounds less ideal and I've luckily avoided that on the 737.
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