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Old 11-04-2016, 07:28 AM
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I'm pretty sure now that I am going to join the SkyWest team and decline Republic and Envoy offers. I might have a bit of the shiny jet syndrome, but would it be nuts to take the 175 over the crj if I live near ORD? I think I prefer the slightly longer trips compared to the crj. Also, I do have family in Denver which would make training/staying there awesome as opposed to SLC. Any insight on pros/cons of the different equipment and how long to get ORD on each, etc, is appreciated. I saw from a post a few pages back that it looks like about 5 months or so for the 175, but any other info is appreciated. Thanks-it's tough making all of these decisions, but also fun!
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Old 11-04-2016, 08:04 AM
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This is from the ExpressJet profile quicktake:

ExpressJet and United have announced a pathway program where ERJ pilots supporting the United system get a guaranteed interview with United with classes at United comprised of at a minimum 25% XJT pilots
A minimum of 25% of ExpressJet pilots to be put in the United classes, with a maximum of 25% of the XJT pilot group go in a year

Any word on SkyWest pilots getting a pathway program?
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Old 11-04-2016, 08:15 AM
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Originally Posted by Aeroknot
This is from the ExpressJet profile quicktake:

ExpressJet and United have announced a pathway program where ERJ pilots supporting the United system get a guaranteed interview with United with classes at United comprised of at a minimum 25% XJT pilots
A minimum of 25% of ExpressJet pilots to be put in the United classes, with a maximum of 25% of the XJT pilot group go in a year

Any word on SkyWest pilots getting a pathway program?
I heard SkyWest (SL before he left) did the math and that would have limited the number going... more go there then whould have. Mbeen allowed.. on a side not. That program will be a mut point in 2 years "if" XJT united side is gone...
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Old 11-04-2016, 08:25 AM
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Originally Posted by Aeroknot
This is from the ExpressJet profile quicktake:

ExpressJet and United have announced a pathway program where ERJ pilots supporting the United system get a guaranteed interview with United with classes at United comprised of at a minimum 25% XJT pilots
A minimum of 25% of ExpressJet pilots to be put in the United classes, with a maximum of 25% of the XJT pilot group go in a year

Any word on SkyWest pilots getting a pathway program?
There are no flows or guaranteed interviews at SkyWest. ExpressJet may offer the United CPP, but I strongly urge you to do your research about XJT as things there do not look too hot. If you want fast career progression and the CPP as an option, do yourself a favor and look into CommutAir.
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Old 11-04-2016, 08:27 AM
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Originally Posted by slinger
I'm pretty sure now that I am going to join the SkyWest team and decline Republic and Envoy offers. I might have a bit of the shiny jet syndrome, but would it be nuts to take the 175 over the crj if I live near ORD? I think I prefer the slightly longer trips compared to the crj. Also, I do have family in Denver which would make training/staying there awesome as opposed to SLC. Any insight on pros/cons of the different equipment and how long to get ORD on each, etc, is appreciated. I saw from a post a few pages back that it looks like about 5 months or so for the 175, but any other info is appreciated. Thanks-it's tough making all of these decisions, but also fun!
Many thanks.
My buddy in ORD on the E175 has been on reserve for over five months, I would say that it is closer to a year of reserve in Chicago.
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Old 11-04-2016, 08:36 AM
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Originally Posted by Duesenflieger
My buddy in ORD on the E175 has been on reserve for over five months, I would say that it is closer to a year of reserve in Chicago.
That should change 15 E175 deliveries from today tell Dec 31st.
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Old 11-04-2016, 09:08 AM
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Originally Posted by Duesenflieger
There are no flows or guaranteed interviews at SkyWest. ExpressJet may offer the United CPP, but I strongly urge you to do your research about XJT as things there do not look too hot. If you want fast career progression and the CPP as an option, do yourself a favor and look into CommutAir.
I looked at several companies before choosing SkyWest and I'm very comfortable with and happy to be joining this team. I'm more interested in a stable career than rapid progression. Hopefully this will relieve some of the stagnation for the pilot group over at ExpressJet.
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Originally Posted by amcnd
That should change 15 E175 deliveries from today tell Dec 31st.
Seriously. Life is about to change on the 175.
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Old 11-04-2016, 09:14 AM
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Seriously. Life is about to change on the 175.
Yes, lots more OBR to the west coast ...
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