A lot of Netjets pilots justifiably upset about the ridiculous TA. In the event that there is an exodus from Netjets, do you think CS would be a much better place to be? Some positives about CS:
1. Better gateway system for newhires going forward
2. Automatic 8/7 or 7/7 vs. 17 day mixed schedule at NJA (until you have seniority to bid 7/7) - although I think TA offers 7/7 for all (not sure?)
3. 50+ Sovereigns on the way (uncertain # Sovereigns for NJA)
4. Perceptably better management-pilot relations at CS
5. Many people claim better pay - especially for new Captains
Some potential negatives for some people: clearly CS does not have the mix of different aircraft types (due to Cessna relationship) or the potential international travel that NJA has to offer (probably important for some pilot candidates). CS upgrading appears to be merit based - that may be difficult for some pilots who expect to upgrade in the normal seniority fashion...
Overall, CS seems to be a pretty good deal. It may not be a perfect place, but at least management-pilot relations appear to be pretty good and the gateway system will offer more flexibility going forward for newhires. So, if you like the fractional lifestyle and you want to fly new aircraft, CS appears to be a pretty good choice - and I am sure a lot of NJA pilots might be taking a second look soon...
Personally, I'd love to fly one of those CJ1s - seems like a fun airplane to fly (I prefer the shorter hops now - nice glass cockpit too).
1. Better gateway system for newhires going forward
2. Automatic 8/7 or 7/7 vs. 17 day mixed schedule at NJA (until you have seniority to bid 7/7) - although I think TA offers 7/7 for all (not sure?)
3. 50+ Sovereigns on the way (uncertain # Sovereigns for NJA)
4. Perceptably better management-pilot relations at CS
5. Many people claim better pay - especially for new Captains
Some potential negatives for some people: clearly CS does not have the mix of different aircraft types (due to Cessna relationship) or the potential international travel that NJA has to offer (probably important for some pilot candidates). CS upgrading appears to be merit based - that may be difficult for some pilots who expect to upgrade in the normal seniority fashion...
Overall, CS seems to be a pretty good deal. It may not be a perfect place, but at least management-pilot relations appear to be pretty good and the gateway system will offer more flexibility going forward for newhires. So, if you like the fractional lifestyle and you want to fly new aircraft, CS appears to be a pretty good choice - and I am sure a lot of NJA pilots might be taking a second look soon...
Personally, I'd love to fly one of those CJ1s - seems like a fun airplane to fly (I prefer the shorter hops now - nice glass cockpit too).
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