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01-14-2016, 07:15 AM

#7711

Sailingbill

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Guess I gotta check my head for grass is greener syndrome...

01-14-2016, 01:24 PM

#7712

Brokeasspot

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I think it will always be greener on the other side, but don't let the fms thing be your reason for leaving what you have. They really are simple to operate. I came to PDT from another airline for a few reasons. Just ask around and form your own opinion. I'd take any opinions on this site with a grain of salt though!!! Good luck!

01-14-2016, 01:28 PM

#7713

Sailingbill

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As for the flow, is that sufficient reason to jump ship?

01-14-2016, 01:42 PM

#7714

flyviper

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Sailingbill

As for the flow, is that sufficient reason to jump ship?

I think only you can honestly answer that question. Certainly a great backup as you continue to apply for your next gig.

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01-14-2016, 02:20 PM

#7715

Brokeasspot

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I wish I could see the magic ball and find out how the flow is going to go. It's just like anything where risk must be balanced with reward. How much is the risk worth to you? How much are you able to loose? These are questions only you and your family can answer pertaining to you individual situation!!!

01-14-2016, 02:29 PM

#7716

billyho

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Originally Posted by Brokeasspot

Yes it is a tough call. However if you want to come to American and you're not military or flow it's going to be damn hard. The make up of the classes already shows that for OTS hires.

01-14-2016, 03:13 PM

#7717

RegionalFO

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How many pilots does Pdt have now

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01-14-2016, 03:27 PM

#7718

Brokeasspot

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You are welcome to do that. You will now be 16,001…if it was that easy, none of us would even mention the flow!!!

01-14-2016, 03:57 PM

#7719

Otterbox

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Sailingbill

Flow is the major reason... I am at a regional now lft seat in a turbo prop, old equip and no union protection. The company is actually good to us and works with us as a pilot group, so really no need for a union on property, I am also home based.
I know it seems like I'm crazy but i feel kinda like im limiting my options by sticking around and am going to miss the opportunity of flying any new equipment with the chance to get to a major. I need to learn FMS/ACARS some day and would much rather do it now then if and when i do get hired by a major and wash out due to lack of knowledge..? Is it worth it??

The PDT gang is pretty excited about their future so maybe it would be a good choice. They do have former 121 PICs upgrading pretty quickly it seems right now.

01-14-2016, 07:33 PM

#7720

MKUltra

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Otterbox

The PDT gang is pretty excited about their future so maybe it would be a good choice. They do have former 121 PICs upgrading pretty quickly it seems right now.

Things are going to be quick.. They just opened 8 capt and 8 FO emb positions.. It looks like I could bid the jet FO right now.. Wait a few more months to upgrade in the dash or the jet... I think I'm going to stay dash and hold decent seniority in mdt...

I wonder how many captains they are adding on the dash? Crazy how fast everything is going all of a sudden.. I feel kind of spoiled....