Beech 99 Jobs

[Philerup]

I am currently an FO on a large turboprop, flying 121 freight. I have a decent bit of time and I am looking at ways to get some turbine PIC. I have a question for all of those pilots who fly 135 in Beech 99's, Shorts, Etc. Does the turbine PIC count for the likes of UPS, FedEx, and other quality operators. I am debating on staying where I am and waiting on the upgrade which may come in a year or five, or going and getting my PIC in a small turboprop. Any input is appreciated. Thanks

I know there are a million 121 pilots with tons of RJ PIC time, just curious if checking the box is enough, or if these companies are going to be sticklers for turbojet/121/heavier AC.

 

[Hootie9750]

stay where your at. I dont think fedex is going to take your 135 1000 pic king air time over a f16 driver.

 

[tuneintokyo]

Not true. I got on with only beech 1900 time (about 2000 PIC) and a friend of mine was hired with King Air 350 time. All that matters is the 3 recomendations( one of which must be your sponsor).
Good luck

 

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Not true. I got on with only beech 1900 time (about 2000 PIC) and a friend of mine was hired with King Air 350 time. All that matters is the 3 recomendations( one of which must be your sponsor).
Good luck

Yes, FedEx hires an occasional civilian, but they hire 10 military pilots for every civilian.

 

[Philerup]

OK, so let's forget FedEx. Maybe I was too specific. Is 1000 turbine PIC all that matters, or do bigger and better airlines care what type of 1000 PIC turbine you have. Thanks.

 

[Vspeeds]

Quality PIC Time

Quality PIC time is considered experience in over 12,500 lbs and of cource an ATP and type rating.
So stay where you at & get the upgrade. (Just my .02c)