Citation Shares Question

[Live4flyng]

OK, so

Any plans to obtain a part 135 certificate?

 

[fracflyer]

I don't think so.

 

[Turbinehead]

Morale

Someone opened pandora's box and brought up the issue of morale.

Are CS crews really happy still? Are the crew that are been there a long time still happy? If so, why.

If not, why?

Turbine.

 

[fracflyer]

I certainly can't speak for everyone, but the people I fly with say they're pretty happy working here. I like it. It obviously isn't perfect, but there are a lot of good things going on. The company is growing quickly, there are numerous opportunities, and management is responsive to the pilot group. As pilots we're well paid, fly nice new aircraft, and the 7-on/7-off schedule gives you the chance to have a pretty good life outside of flying. Especially in light of what's going on in the rest of the industry, things look pretty bright.

 

[iflyhigh]

fracflyer:

I have talked to various Citation Shares crew and they all say they are really happy. Its really nice to hear.

I was wondering if you have any suggestions on how to get your resume noticed. I currently fly the Citation 2, 5, 7 and 3. Have a Citation 500 series type.

Thank you in advance.

Iflyhigh

 

[eddie]

What kind of duty days and flight time do you experience during a trip? Do you do much that wouldn't be legal under 135? ie long duty days or reduced rest?

Here's an example of what I want to avoid. I flew a trip a few days ago where we showed at 0600 and ended at 1100. We were notified at 1700 of a 2200 show for a redeye that ended at 0500. That was legal 135, but definitely not safe. I know this kind of thing happens sometimes, I'd just like to find out if you see this at CS.

Thanks

 

[rettofly]

[QUOTE
I flew a trip a few days ago where we showed at 0600 and ended at 1100. We were notified at 1700 of a 2200 show for a redeye that ended at 0500. That was legal 135, but definitely not safe. QUOTE]

Is it legal if your rest is interrupted for a briefing? This argument keeps coming up, with some taking the position that a new 10-hour rest period starts when the interruption ends.

 

[eddie]

That is such a gray area. I know people used to argue that point when I flew Part 121, but we still had to fly. Even the union wouldn't fight it. I'm sure my 135 company would not accept that my rest was interrupted, because I wasn't actually required to perform any duty for the company other than answer the phone.

like I said though, I really want to avoid more of that type of flying.

 

[bravodude]

as far as getting your resume noticed the best advice i can give you is get a recomendation from a current pilot that helps out alot!!!!!!!!!!!!!. otherwise just keep updating your resume about once a month. this is a good place to work and management treats us well.