Advice-Pilot with 750tt and 150 multi

[Sticky]

Figure I'll through in my two cents...



I'd seriously consider something other then regionals if I were you. When I had 800 and 150, I thought the same way as you. However now, the regionals now look like a freakin' joke and an insult to me. I fly a survey C310/C320 during day VFR only and am home every night (those of you in the NYC area on clear days will hear us in the bravo for hours). I make $48,000 after bonuses and per diem. I average about a $8K raise per year until the magic $60,000 mark. After that, you'd pretty much have to assume other responsibilities in the company to break that line pilot salary. Anyway, to most CFIs, the regionals seem like the only and best way to go. DON'T FOLLOW THE HURD OFF THE CLIFF! There are much more important things in life then flying jets and wearing a uniform. If you're not careful, that’s all you'll ever end up with.



Mike.

 

[Sphrynxlla]

yeah sticky, but you dont have a chance with a higher paying major or national or even most corporate jet jobs... seems like you have a GREAT job, but there are reasons for going to regionals.. Jet time for those of us who want to work for a major airline, for me i hope for fed ex one day. Not bashing you just telling you why I am going the route I am going.

 

[fokkers&beer]

Remember-

Theres other ways to gain PIC turbine time besides the regionals, we'll all end up in the same boat sooner or later. For now enjoy the ride, and fly some fun equiptment, if thats what you are in aviation for.
There are some who are in it to wear the big hat. Others are in it for the experience, the joy of flying, and flying cool equiptment. We enjoy our jobs and the people we work with, and don't have to wear that d**n hat. The industry is truly what you make of it. Once again enjoy the ride.

 

[Superpilot92]

Thanks I am enjoying the ride. Learning more and more everyday.

Super

 

[cargodawg]

Keep your chin up, get your 135 mins then plaster exeryone you can think of with your resume (as long as you would like to work there) and see if anyone calls. If you want a better job, try very hard (meaning don't hold your breath for one outfit to call) and make sure you and your wife are on the same page as far as your job goes you can always get a different job wives are here to stay.
By the way sometimes doing something that is not so enjoyable is the best path to paradise.


Good luck

 

[cargodawg]

Fokkers&beer do you still want my hat I'm keeping it for you!!!later,
Matt

 

[flyfastinmy10]

Superpilot,
I went to work for a 91/135 operator flying a citation with 979tt and 35 me. It was a really good oppertunity. I was home most nights and upgraded 1 year later. I flew Pax. Mostly businessmen. I was very lucky and moved to the citation X 18 month after starting there. five years later with 4300TT 2000JetPIC I went to work for a Major airline.
Yes I was on call 24/7/365
Yes I worked a lot
Yes I'm happy now

 

[Sticky]

Sphrynxlla-



True...I realize that most pilots would love to fly for the majors and make big bucks. I'd love it too. However, don't you think that it's much easier said then done? Correct me if I'm wrong, but seeing how long time takes to make a livable wage at a regional (enough to own a home, invest, save for retirement, and have a family...you know, normal life things..) that its just too long and risky? I mean...a 25 year old FO can very easily and through no fault of his/her own, end up furloughed a couple times and be 45 years old still making under $45K? That seems crazy to me to bet that much on being a major pilot.



I guess my point is that to try to make good choices in your life and realize what’s required for you to live a healthy and happy life.



Good luck to us all



Mike.