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08-15-2015, 12:34 PM
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Joined APC: May 2009
Position: Another RJ FO
Posts: 1,272
There are locals on United American and delta but all delta is 700 and 900 and very senior (mostly only SLC turns). The majority are United and American.
Credit varies almost every month. In the spring I held a whole line of 7 credit locals. This month I have all 4:30 credit locals. It changes constantly.
08-15-2015, 12:45 PM
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Joined APC: Apr 2012
Position: PLEASE ADVISE
Posts: 339
Welcome aboard gang
08-15-2015, 12:52 PM
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Joined APC: May 2015
Posts: 82
Hey buddy,
Just transitioned to the ERJ from the CRJ. While the ERJ kicks ass and the trips are better, I highly recommend you take the CRJ. The ERJ list in ORD has grown quite long and I suspect you could be reserve for quite some time unless we find new flying on it here.
That said, I said this exact same thing a year ago when I got hired and took the CRJ for better QOL and seniority. Well guess what, all the ERJ guys and gals in my class have all been enjoying much better seniority than I have. The move is taking me from 66% in base to 45%. So really who knows. If your patient and don't mind taking a risk ERJ could be a really good gig, especially if we get more flying.:.
Just transitioned to the ERJ from the CRJ. While the ERJ kicks ass and the trips are better, I highly recommend you take the CRJ. The ERJ list in ORD has grown quite long and I suspect you could be reserve for quite some time unless we find new flying on it here.
That said, I said this exact same thing a year ago when I got hired and took the CRJ for better QOL and seniority. Well guess what, all the ERJ guys and gals in my class have all been enjoying much better seniority than I have. The move is taking me from 66% in base to 45%. So really who knows. If your patient and don't mind taking a risk ERJ could be a really good gig, especially if we get more flying.:.
See you in Chicago, that's where I want to go!
08-15-2015, 12:57 PM
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Joined APC: May 2015
Posts: 82
Example: You show up to work at 8am on day 1 for a 4 day trip. You finish your trip on day 4 at 14:00. You have a TAFB of 80 hours. Now, that trip you may only fly (and get paid for) 16 hours. With the 4:1 TAFB rig you are guaranteed a min of 20 hours of pay. 4:1 or 80:4 = 20
08-15-2015, 03:11 PM
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Joined APC: Aug 2015
Posts: 106
Could someone comment on trips from MSP and the likely hood of ending a trip or having layovers on a 3-4 day trip that has a stop in FAR? I'm in FAR and not planing on moving and curious as to what the likely hood of having the ability to bid for trips with FAR stops so I can sleep in my own bed.
Or the ability to have a lay over in FAR to go home for a bit
Or the ability to have a lay over in FAR to go home for a bit
08-15-2015, 03:11 PM
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Joined APC: Dec 2007
Position: EMB 145 CPT
Posts: 2,934
They can just raise the deductible if they want to make it cheaper. Obamacare allows deductibles up to $6600 for singles.
08-15-2015, 03:13 PM
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Joined APC: Apr 2012
Position: PLEASE ADVISE
Posts: 339
Capt Red Beard:
I have no idea but I will guarantee you its within your reach if you desire MSP.
I have no idea but I will guarantee you its within your reach if you desire MSP.
08-15-2015, 06:41 PM
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Joined APC: Apr 2015
Posts: 49
Still contemplating airframe as well. I thought I made my final decision, but still struggling to decide.
Is ORD is even a possibility out of CRJ training? It sounded as if everyone was getting MSP with no other option. I like the possibility of local flights and the delta and American benefits, but really don't want to start in MSP on reserve.
My biggest concern right now with the ERJ is the amount of people in the classes for it and not a lot of airframes online yet... I am guessing they know something we don't or they wouldn't keep filling those classes with 50 or More.
This is a tough decision with pros and cons to both for sure.
Thanks for all the insight.
Is ORD is even a possibility out of CRJ training? It sounded as if everyone was getting MSP with no other option. I like the possibility of local flights and the delta and American benefits, but really don't want to start in MSP on reserve.
My biggest concern right now with the ERJ is the amount of people in the classes for it and not a lot of airframes online yet... I am guessing they know something we don't or they wouldn't keep filling those classes with 50 or More.
This is a tough decision with pros and cons to both for sure.
Thanks for all the insight.
08-15-2015, 07:15 PM
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Joined APC: Feb 2015
Position: Downward Dog
Posts: 1,875
On these pages there seems to be a lot of worry and much consternation along these lines. To help, try to remember that these are high-class problems to have in the aviation world and go with your gut, you guys seem to have the facts. CRJ or ERJ.
Welcome to SKYW
Welcome to SKYW
08-15-2015, 09:10 PM
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Joined APC: Jul 2006
Position: 737
Posts: 1,136
Still contemplating airframe as well. I thought I made my final decision, but still struggling to decide.
Is ORD is even a possibility out of CRJ training? It sounded as if everyone was getting MSP with no other option. I like the possibility of local flights and the delta and American benefits, but really don't want to start in MSP on reserve.
My biggest concern right now with the ERJ is the amount of people in the classes for it and not a lot of airframes online yet... I am guessing they know something we don't or they wouldn't keep filling those classes with 50 or More.
This is a tough decision with pros and cons to both for sure.
Thanks for all the insight.
Is ORD is even a possibility out of CRJ training? It sounded as if everyone was getting MSP with no other option. I like the possibility of local flights and the delta and American benefits, but really don't want to start in MSP on reserve.
My biggest concern right now with the ERJ is the amount of people in the classes for it and not a lot of airframes online yet... I am guessing they know something we don't or they wouldn't keep filling those classes with 50 or More.
This is a tough decision with pros and cons to both for sure.
Thanks for all the insight.
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