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09-27-2007, 01:52 PM

#11

Roper92

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firefly, I am glad to finally agree with you on another thread. Airborne, I was getting anxious and sent my app out everywhere. I was then given very good advice and waited out for a good company. I couldn't be happier.

09-27-2007, 03:05 PM

#12

Drums4life

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Mesa...They don't have to wear hats haha

09-27-2007, 09:36 PM

#13

samdog

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Airborne

Just curious which you would choose if you had the choice. I would have to commute with either airline. I hear that TSA has a faster upgrade and more days off a month. I realize both suck but which would be better to get the time and move on?
Thanks

Do you have a criminal background or something? That is the only reason I can think of that would make someone go to mesa (they would still hire you there).

09-27-2007, 09:42 PM

#14

ToiletDuck

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Quote:

Originally Posted by POPA

Choosing an airline to work for is not like picking up chicks at a bar; "go ugly early" does NOT apply here!

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Quote:

Originally Posted by POPA

Then, after I built my time at TSA, I went to a decent regional

09-27-2007, 10:27 PM

#15

groovinaviator

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Neither... you may die at TSA because they are actually upgrading 1500TT wonders next month. Friends don't let friends fly TSA (or Mesa).

PSA and ASA are hiring just as low time as Mesa or TSA... try one of those.

09-27-2007, 10:28 PM

#16

ToiletDuck

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Or try Pin or Eagle.

09-28-2007, 04:56 AM

#17

Mesaba03

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Go to Mesaba

09-28-2007, 05:16 AM

#18

chitownpilot

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neither.....be patient, build up your time, and apply to one of the top-tier regionals (SkyWest, AAEagle, Republic family)

09-28-2007, 06:19 AM

#19

N2rotation

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Quote:

Originally Posted by chitownpilot

neither.....be patient, build up your time, and apply to one of the top-tier regionals (SkyWest, AAEagle, Republic family)

Right on. Follow this advice and you'll be much happier in your career. Really. End of thread.

09-28-2007, 06:40 AM

#20

LoudFastRules

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There are sooooooooooooooo many other places better than those two. Just start sending resumes to every single one of them. You'll get at least a few phone calls out of the deal and will be so much happier. Heck, you'll be winning in the bargain by just avoiding feeling suicidal!

Most places are at least eager, if not desperate, for pilots.

XJET
Eagle
Mesaba
CHQ family
Skywest
ASA
Comair
PCL

etc etc.

Some of the ones I just listed may be in doldrums or less than ideal, but they are ALL much better than Mesa or TSA.