BA737FO
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- Feb 26, 2002
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Folks, I have spoken to a few US pilots and the reaction has been mixed. I currently fly the B737-200ADV for British Airways/Comair in South Africa. Our airline is top-notch as we are audited and approved by British Airways Mainline (London) and meet very high standards. I am flying about 70 hours per month as a FO on this wonderful machine, but I have received a green card and dearly would love to move to the USA (anywhere) and eventually fly there -ESPECIALLY for SWA (the greatest!!!!). I have 3200 hours total with 600 on the B737-200 and plenty of turbine time having flown PIC on the Beech 1900. Also have a masters degree, so OK on that aspect.
I am 33, married with a 5 year old son. We love the USA having visited there before getting our green cards. Your way of life is wonderful! We look forward to making a positive contribution to your country.
My question is this: Do I stay on the B737 and continue flying for British Airways while applying to airlines in the USA, OR do I take the job that has been offered to me in Florida to fly a CE208. My feeling is that I may be making a bad career move by leaving a B737 right seat to fly a single engine turbine aircraft. But at least it is a job that allows me to move to the USA and get established and maybe something else will come along??????
Folks I need to make a decision soon and would really appreciate some feedback. Thanks in advance to all.
I am 33, married with a 5 year old son. We love the USA having visited there before getting our green cards. Your way of life is wonderful! We look forward to making a positive contribution to your country.
My question is this: Do I stay on the B737 and continue flying for British Airways while applying to airlines in the USA, OR do I take the job that has been offered to me in Florida to fly a CE208. My feeling is that I may be making a bad career move by leaving a B737 right seat to fly a single engine turbine aircraft. But at least it is a job that allows me to move to the USA and get established and maybe something else will come along??????
Folks I need to make a decision soon and would really appreciate some feedback. Thanks in advance to all.