Atlas QOL

[Beernutz]

Hey all,

Just wanted to get some feedeback on road life at Atlas. 17, let alone 21 days is a ballbuster.

How busy are you one the road? How are the overnights/hotels and typical time at a particular location?

Do you fly with the same person the whole time or do you switch it up? 2 pilots? Or mx guy too?

It all helps, I appreciate it . . . oh, how's the healthcare? Thanks

 

[atpcliff]

Hi.

It IS possible to get assigned 34 days in a row on the road...not likely, but possible.

If you think 17 days in a row is a "ballbuster", then PLEASE STOP NOW!

Let someone else who thinks Atlas is a fantastic job have a chance at the slot...wait until the type of job your really want comes along...you will be happier, and maybe someone else will be happy at Atlas because of your decision not to apply.

cliff
LFW

 

[b747dogg]

Atlas QOL, now that's an oxymoron, like jumbo shrimp or classy whore!

 

[B747FR8DAWG]

Hey all,

Just wanted to get some feedeback on road life at Atlas. 17, let alone 21 days is a ballbuster.

I suggest you look elsewhere, if 17 days is too much. Try using the SEARCH function, there are many threads here about Atlas, and I'm sure you might find the answers you're looking for.

 

[Nolife]

Atlas QOL, now that's an oxymoron, like jumbo shrimp or classy whore!

What are you talking about... I've eaten both and they're great.

 

[Junkflyer]

If you don't like that type of schedule look into pax carriers. At freight outfits the schedule doesn't get shorter with seniority while carrying people around you may be able to get a better bid as you move up the list.

 

[TEN HUT]

Hi.

It IS possible to get assigned 34 days in a row on the road...not likely, but possible.

If you think 17 days in a row is a "ballbuster", then PLEASE STOP NOW!

Let someone else who thinks Atlas is a fantastic job have a chance at the slot...wait until the type of job your really want comes along...you will be happier, and maybe someone else will be happy at Atlas because of your decision not to apply.

cliff
LFW

I've been applying with Atlas for over eight years now, got several great friends working over there, only place I ever wanted to work being a single young man.

I was hired and awaiting class back in 2008, and was in the hiring pool for two years.

I was told in early spring of 2010 no class date would be offered, and i'd have to re-interview, Atlas was very nice about it over the phone, but what a debbie downer.

The sad part is that I passed up two great job offers while waiting on Atlas, thinking it woulld eventually come around with my class date.

Good luck to everyone interested..

TEN

 

[say again]

The sad part is that I passed up two great job offers while waiting on Atlas, thinking it woulld eventually come around with my class date.

That bites. One thing I found out in this industry is never pass on great offers hoping another will happen. Take the offer you have, and if and when the other offer arises, deal with the situation then.

 

[johnsonrod]

That bites. One thing I found out in this industry is never pass on great offers hoping another will happen. Take the offer you have, and if and when the other offer arises, deal with the situation then.

I agree - a bird in your hand is worth two in the bush. Never ever "expect" anything in this business...

 

[Beernutz]

Tough time to be looking for work I know . . . as does Uncle Sam, I just don't wouldn't want to trade one devil for another . . . interesting mix of responses

 

[johnsonrod]

Tough time to be looking for work I know . . . as does Uncle Sam, I just don't wouldn't want to trade one devil for another . . . interesting mix of responses

If you want a less stressful flying job, consider applying to Delta ASAP. I hear they will be hiring 800+ pilots over the next two years. Delta loves military pilots and you probably already know some C-17 reservist pilots flying for Delta now - you should obviously network with them.

After flying the C-17, I imagine most flying (including 744F flying for Atlas) would be pretty boring anyways - you might as well get paid and have a decent QOL (i.e., no 21-day tours).

Good luck!

 

[MarineGrunt]

How do days off work?

 

[bahumba]

And you know all this why exactly?

If you want a less stressful flying job, consider applying to Delta ASAP. I hear they will be hiring 800+ pilots over the next two years. Delta loves military pilots and you probably already know some C-17 reservist pilots flying for Delta now - you should obviously network with them.

After flying the C-17, I imagine most flying (including 744F flying for Atlas) would be pretty boring anyways - you might as well get paid and have a decent QOL (i.e., no 21-day tours).

Good luck!

 

[johnsonrod]

And you know all this why exactly?

I have contacts. Understand that a big proportion of that total will go to Compass and Mesaba pilots (wholly owned by Delta). But, there will still be slots for others. Just sending out an FYI...

 

[bahumba]

Not big on heard form a friend of a friend kind of info. Call us when you have first hand experience

I have contacts. Understand that a big proportion of that total will go to Compass and Mesaba pilots (wholly owned by Delta). But, there will still be slots for others. Just sending out an FYI...

 

[johnsonrod]

Not big on heard form a friend of a friend kind of info. Call us when you have first hand experience

Thanks dumba$$. I have friends in high places at Delta - evidently you don't. Check out the Delta threads on the majors board for confirmation. Drop the attitude - I am just trying to provide some helpful advice for those who don't want 21-day tours.

 

[Quimby]

Thanks dumba$$. I have friends in high places at Delta - evidently you don't. Check out the Delta threads on the majors board for confirmation. Drop the attitude - I am just trying to provide some helpful advice for those who don't want 21-day tours.

This board would lose it's entertainment value without the attitudes.

Isn't that a Garth Brooks song? "I have Friends in High Places"..........oh, wait a minute...

 

[bahumba]

No attitude Mr Grumpy Pants. Just not big on hearsay - If you like Delta that's fine - most people do. If you don't like Atlas - that's also fine. But don't compare the two. Hint Hint they aren't the same. In case you have forgotten this is a Cargo thread about Atlas. Have a beer..... Chill.........breathe....relax This conversation would be better at the bar anyway. Peace brother

Thanks dumba$$. I have friends in high places at Delta - evidently you don't. Check out the Delta threads on the majors board for confirmation. Drop the attitude - I am just trying to provide some helpful advice for those who don't want 21-day tours.

 

[spitfire1500]

No attitude Mr Grumpy Pants. Just not big on hearsay - If you like Delta that's fine - most people do. If you don't like Atlas - that's also fine. But don't compare the two. Hint Hint they aren't the same. In case you have forgotten this is a Cargo thread about Atlas. Have a beer..... Chill.........breathe....relax This conversation would be better at the bar anyway. Peace brother

Atlas Rocks!! Only been here a short time but it's my 2nd AMCI and I'm havin a great time!! AMCI is great, show up to work and off you go to wherever whenever around the world!!

 

[johnsonrod]

Don't get me wrong, I think Atlas is a great option. I've always been a fan and wanted to fly the whale worldwide. I am just trying to suggest other alternative for those people who might not be able to handle the 21 day tours.

Back to our cargo-oriented programming...