What's the Latest at ASA/Expressjet?
10-15-2015, 05:14 AM
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[QUOTE=somertime32;1992875]
Yes you can ride Marta. I used to live by the Lindburgh Station. From the time the brake was set I would be walking into my apartment an hour later. I did that for just a little over 3 years. Only had to drive once and that was because my show was so early. The last train leaves the airport at 1am I think...I missed that one time but I knew I wasn't going to make it so one of the FAs on the trip dropped me off.
4 months is more than enough time to get to ExpressJet so October shouldn't not be a problem.
Well that helps a lot. Living across from the MARTA is one of the reasons I picked where I live.
Next question. Are there many regional pilots at ExpressJet in the guard or reserves and will they work with you if you are? The reason I am asking is bc I used to live in Las Vegas and might be able to get a part time guard bumming job as well.
If that is feasible, I'd have drill once a month. Could I do drill Saturday and Sunday, then go to McCarren and get on like a 3 day trip starting on Monday?
Staying in Atlanta and not moving is probably more important than this potential part time guard job (which I can do later), so just seeing if that is an option too.
Yes you can ride Marta. I used to live by the Lindburgh Station. From the time the brake was set I would be walking into my apartment an hour later. I did that for just a little over 3 years. Only had to drive once and that was because my show was so early. The last train leaves the airport at 1am I think...I missed that one time but I knew I wasn't going to make it so one of the FAs on the trip dropped me off.
4 months is more than enough time to get to ExpressJet so October shouldn't not be a problem.
Next question. Are there many regional pilots at ExpressJet in the guard or reserves and will they work with you if you are? The reason I am asking is bc I used to live in Las Vegas and might be able to get a part time guard bumming job as well.
If that is feasible, I'd have drill once a month. Could I do drill Saturday and Sunday, then go to McCarren and get on like a 3 day trip starting on Monday?
Staying in Atlanta and not moving is probably more important than this potential part time guard job (which I can do later), so just seeing if that is an option too.
10-15-2015, 06:16 AM
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[QUOTE=arouth;1992900]
Well that helps a lot. Living across from the MARTA is one of the reasons I picked where I live.
Next question. Are there many regional pilots at ExpressJet in the guard or reserves and will they work with you if you are? The reason I am asking is bc I used to live in Las Vegas and might be able to get a part time guard bumming job as well.
If that is feasible, I'd have drill once a month. Could I do drill Saturday and Sunday, then go to McCarren and get on like a 3 day trip starting on Monday?
Staying in Atlanta and not moving is probably more important than this potential part time guard job (which I can do later), so just seeing if that is an option too.
We have a lot of people in the Guard or Reserves. I'll let somebody who has experience with that answer that question. Marta tip, ride in the first car...driver has a radio
Well that helps a lot. Living across from the MARTA is one of the reasons I picked where I live.
Next question. Are there many regional pilots at ExpressJet in the guard or reserves and will they work with you if you are? The reason I am asking is bc I used to live in Las Vegas and might be able to get a part time guard bumming job as well.
If that is feasible, I'd have drill once a month. Could I do drill Saturday and Sunday, then go to McCarren and get on like a 3 day trip starting on Monday?
Staying in Atlanta and not moving is probably more important than this potential part time guard job (which I can do later), so just seeing if that is an option too.
10-15-2015, 09:19 AM
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Ask the guys in the military forum that do it. Possible? Sure.
10-15-2015, 09:38 AM
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[QUOTE=arouth;1992900]
Well that helps a lot. Living across from the MARTA is one of the reasons I picked where I live.
Next question. Are there many regional pilots at ExpressJet in the guard or reserves and will they work with you if you are? The reason I am asking is bc I used to live in Las Vegas and might be able to get a part time guard bumming job as well.
If that is feasible, I'd have drill once a month. Could I do drill Saturday and Sunday, then go to McCarren and get on like a 3 day trip starting on Monday?
Staying in Atlanta and not moving is probably more important than this potential part time guard job (which I can do later), so just seeing if that is an option too.
Taking Mil leave is as simple as filling out an online form...almost no questions asked. I can say that they have been very Mil friendly, from my experience. Deployed right now, and "racking" up seniority all the while...okay, maybe not "racking"...maybe more like..umm, maintaining...barely...
Not so much movement these days..
Well that helps a lot. Living across from the MARTA is one of the reasons I picked where I live.
Next question. Are there many regional pilots at ExpressJet in the guard or reserves and will they work with you if you are? The reason I am asking is bc I used to live in Las Vegas and might be able to get a part time guard bumming job as well.
If that is feasible, I'd have drill once a month. Could I do drill Saturday and Sunday, then go to McCarren and get on like a 3 day trip starting on Monday?
Staying in Atlanta and not moving is probably more important than this potential part time guard job (which I can do later), so just seeing if that is an option too.
Not so much movement these days..
10-15-2015, 10:10 AM
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[QUOTE=arouth;1992900]
Well that helps a lot. Living across from the MARTA is one of the reasons I picked where I live.
Next question. Are there many regional pilots at ExpressJet in the guard or reserves and will they work with you if you are? The reason I am asking is bc I used to live in Las Vegas and might be able to get a part time guard bumming job as well.
If that is feasible, I'd have drill once a month. Could I do drill Saturday and Sunday, then go to McCarren and get on like a 3 day trip starting on Monday?
Staying in Atlanta and not moving is probably more important than this potential part time guard job (which I can do later), so just seeing if that is an option too.
I'm in the Reserves (Infantry), here at ASA (ExpressJet) and you can definitely bid to have drill days off, however keep in mind that if you have to submit for military leave, probably because you didn't get your bid choice to have those drill days off then you will be docked the min day pay each drill day. Not really a huge deal but when your only making 23/hr, which on a normal 40hr work week equates out to about $10 bucks/hr, it can be. I'm guessing since your an Officer type money's probably not as big of a deal. On the other part you mentioned you had like 2200 hours, well like the other guy stated you may be able to get into Delta (if your current) who knows... I know plenty of guys, including myself who have thousands of hours on transport aircraft who have no shot at Delta or any other Major, because realistically their is no pilot shortage as the media proclaims (ie... plenty of other more qualified people). So keep that in mind your stay here maybe much longer than you anticipated. I am currently on reserve and came from another airline to be home based in ATL (CRJ), and believe me its much better then living the suck as a Regional reserve guy commuting. Also don't take training or the interview with a grain of salt actually prepare yourself it would be embarrassing to show up at the interview cocky "saying you got a pulse" and fail the ATP written they give. They'll also probably put you in the sim since your last duty was flying drones, don't know but the key is be prepared either way. All in all if you got a good attitude, you not too cocky and respect others here you'll like it very much, and most will bend over backwards to help you out if needed, if not seek life else where. Not trying to be harsh just friendly advice. (Semper)
Well that helps a lot. Living across from the MARTA is one of the reasons I picked where I live.
Next question. Are there many regional pilots at ExpressJet in the guard or reserves and will they work with you if you are? The reason I am asking is bc I used to live in Las Vegas and might be able to get a part time guard bumming job as well.
If that is feasible, I'd have drill once a month. Could I do drill Saturday and Sunday, then go to McCarren and get on like a 3 day trip starting on Monday?
Staying in Atlanta and not moving is probably more important than this potential part time guard job (which I can do later), so just seeing if that is an option too.
10-15-2015, 10:34 AM
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[QUOTE=Tomcat0232;1993091]
I'm in the Reserves (Infantry), here at ASA (ExpressJet) and you can definitely bid to have drill days off, however keep in mind that if you have to submit for military leave, probably because you didn't get your bid choice to have those drill days off then you will be docked the min day pay each drill day. Not really a huge deal but when your only making 23/hr, which on a normal 40hr work week equates out to about $10 bucks/hr, it can be. I'm guessing since your an Officer type money's probably not as big of a deal. On the other part you mentioned you had like 2200 hours, well like the other guy stated you may be able to get into Delta (if your current) who knows... I know plenty of guys, including myself who have thousands of hours on transport aircraft who have no shot at Delta or any other Major, because realistically their is no pilot shortage as the media proclaims (ie... plenty of other more qualified people). So keep that in mind your stay here maybe much longer than you anticipated. I am currently on reserve and came from another airline to be home based in ATL (CRJ), and believe me its much better then living the suck as a Regional reserve guy commuting. Also don't take training or the interview with a grain of salt actually prepare yourself it would be embarrassing to show up at the interview cocky "saying you got a pulse" and fail the ATP written they give. They'll also probably put you in the sim since your last duty was flying drones, don't know but the key is be prepared either way. All in all if you got a good attitude, you not too cocky and respect others here you'll like it very much, and most will bend over backwards to help you out if needed, if not seek life else where. Not trying to be harsh just friendly advice. (Semper)
I agree with you on all points...Being cocky in an interview would be idiotic. Preparing for the interview and all the other stuff is part of my giant to do list in order to have a plan day 1 if I get cut.
I'm in the Reserves (Infantry), here at ASA (ExpressJet) and you can definitely bid to have drill days off, however keep in mind that if you have to submit for military leave, probably because you didn't get your bid choice to have those drill days off then you will be docked the min day pay each drill day. Not really a huge deal but when your only making 23/hr, which on a normal 40hr work week equates out to about $10 bucks/hr, it can be. I'm guessing since your an Officer type money's probably not as big of a deal. On the other part you mentioned you had like 2200 hours, well like the other guy stated you may be able to get into Delta (if your current) who knows... I know plenty of guys, including myself who have thousands of hours on transport aircraft who have no shot at Delta or any other Major, because realistically their is no pilot shortage as the media proclaims (ie... plenty of other more qualified people). So keep that in mind your stay here maybe much longer than you anticipated. I am currently on reserve and came from another airline to be home based in ATL (CRJ), and believe me its much better then living the suck as a Regional reserve guy commuting. Also don't take training or the interview with a grain of salt actually prepare yourself it would be embarrassing to show up at the interview cocky "saying you got a pulse" and fail the ATP written they give. They'll also probably put you in the sim since your last duty was flying drones, don't know but the key is be prepared either way. All in all if you got a good attitude, you not too cocky and respect others here you'll like it very much, and most will bend over backwards to help you out if needed, if not seek life else where. Not trying to be harsh just friendly advice. (Semper)
10-15-2015, 11:09 AM
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[QUOTE=arouth;1993103]I think you'll do just fine, you've had some of the greatest training in the world. Don't worry about getting cut like I said other pilots and instructors here will bend over backwards to see you succeed but they do up hold standards, which I'm sure you'll have no troubles meeting. Hopefully I'll see you out on the line someday.
10-16-2015, 10:40 AM
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ASA and XJT to remain separate for a while?
According to an e-mail from the ASA CNC, the company introduced the option of keeping two separate contracts while giving each side modest contract improvements. Sounds like the MEC with the CNC are going to explore this pathway.
I'm not saying that I would be opposed to that, but I would need more information on the recent negotiations between us and our mainline partners with regards to contract extensions and rates for flying (they're noticing, right?). XJT is crying that the end is near, but all the signs (i.e. EFB introduction) say otherwise.
Something smells here though. A few years ago, SKYW management was open to combining ExpressJet into Skywest and now we're headed in a totally different direction.
I'm not saying that I would be opposed to that, but I would need more information on the recent negotiations between us and our mainline partners with regards to contract extensions and rates for flying (they're noticing, right?). XJT is crying that the end is near, but all the signs (i.e. EFB introduction) say otherwise.
Something smells here though. A few years ago, SKYW management was open to combining ExpressJet into Skywest and now we're headed in a totally different direction.
10-16-2015, 12:25 PM
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Are new hires getting EWR and what is the reserve time there? Thanks!!
10-16-2015, 01:19 PM
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According to an e-mail from the ASA CNC, the company introduced the option of keeping two separate contracts while giving each side modest contract improvements. Sounds like the MEC with the CNC are going to explore this pathway.
I'm not saying that I would be opposed to that, but I would need more information on the recent negotiations between us and our mainline partners with regards to contract extensions and rates for flying (they're noticing, right?). XJT is crying that the end is near, but all the signs (i.e. EFB introduction) say otherwise.
Something smells here though. A few years ago, SKYW management was open to combining ExpressJet into Skywest and now we're headed in a totally different direction.
I'm not saying that I would be opposed to that, but I would need more information on the recent negotiations between us and our mainline partners with regards to contract extensions and rates for flying (they're noticing, right?). XJT is crying that the end is near, but all the signs (i.e. EFB introduction) say otherwise.
Something smells here though. A few years ago, SKYW management was open to combining ExpressJet into Skywest and now we're headed in a totally different direction.
Skywest has NEVER been opened to combining xjt into Skywest. In fact, having three separate pilot groups is EXACTLY what they wanted in 2008.
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