Finally moving on...

sargeanb · October 27th, 2006, 22:17

Hello all,

I'm a CFI at ERAU, and I went to the job fair on campus this week. Several regional and cargo courier recruiters seemed to like me

I'm finishing up my MBA in about 6 months, and plan to move on then, which I told them....hopefully the doors will still be open. The folks with American Eagle and ASA called me the next day pushing me to get my app in to them. While this is all good news, before I go full bore into the application process, I was wondering if some of you regional pilots could give me some insight into the following: AirNet, Am Eagle, ExpressJet, PSA, and ASA. I never thought I'd be able to pick and chose like this, I'm not even entirely certain the regional route is for me (I've always favored the 135 cargo/corporate side). This was pleasantly surprising...it looks like the industry is still in the upswing for the moment. When I looked for a CFI job several years ago, it took four months to get any response....this is alot different.

Almost all of the instructors I was hired with here have moved on, many to the above companies, so I have alot of information on the training, bases, pay, etc., but any info would be appreciated, especially on the general QOL. In short are you happy with your decision? I've been instructing for over three years now, and want to plan my next move very carefully...I'd like to find somewhere I can stay long-term, but with opportunities for advancement. I have a wife, but she used to be a flight attendant and is used to the airline life, and we're willing to move wherever necessary. I'll continue to research this on my own, but any advice would be appreciated. Thanks alot.

-Brock

meritflyer · October 29th, 2006, 01:06

Airnet all the way.

GaTechKid · October 29th, 2006, 01:38

It's all a crapshoot with regionals. Doug has plugged the Boyd Group quite a bit and they seem to know what they're talking about. As far as regionals go they seem to think Republic, Mesa, and Skywest/ASA have the competitive edge for the near future.

www.aviationplanning.com

skydog · October 29th, 2006, 08:44

Consider the next job you get to be the last job you will ever have, and then figure out if you could be happy and prosperous with that company. Research the company. Focus on financials, history of the company, management/labor relations, job security, and promotion opportunities. Note: I said "promotion opportunities" not "upgrade opportunities." There is a difference.

I think people make a big mistake in chasing upgrades. Yes turbine PIC is important if you want to move on. Eventually you will get that. Might take year, it might take 5, but eventually you will have it. Once you have it, then that box is checked off. It's not like you need to keep getting it. Upgrade time is a poor criteria for picking a job you may hold for 5, 10, or 15 years.

October 27th, 2006, 22:17	#1
sargeanb Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Florence, KY Posts: 93	Finally moving on... Hello all, I'm a CFI at ERAU, and I went to the job fair on campus this week. Several regional and cargo courier recruiters seemed to like me I'm finishing up my MBA in about 6 months, and plan to move on then, which I told them....hopefully the doors will still be open. The folks with American Eagle and ASA called me the next day pushing me to get my app in to them. While this is all good news, before I go full bore into the application process, I was wondering if some of you regional pilots could give me some insight into the following: AirNet, Am Eagle, ExpressJet, PSA, and ASA. I never thought I'd be able to pick and chose like this, I'm not even entirely certain the regional route is for me (I've always favored the 135 cargo/corporate side). This was pleasantly surprising...it looks like the industry is still in the upswing for the moment. When I looked for a CFI job several years ago, it took four months to get any response....this is alot different. Almost all of the instructors I was hired with here have moved on, many to the above companies, so I have alot of information on the training, bases, pay, etc., but any info would be appreciated, especially on the general QOL. In short are you happy with your decision? I've been instructing for over three years now, and want to plan my next move very carefully...I'd like to find somewhere I can stay long-term, but with opportunities for advancement. I have a wife, but she used to be a flight attendant and is used to the airline life, and we're willing to move wherever necessary. I'll continue to research this on my own, but any advice would be appreciated. Thanks alot. -Brock

October 29th, 2006, 01:06	#2
meritflyer Old Skool Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Winchestertonfieldville Posts: 6,245	Re: Finally moving on... Airnet all the way. __________________ The simplest answer tends to be correct.

October 29th, 2006, 01:38	#3
GaTechKid Old Skool Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Frigid NWA Hub Posts: 1,882	Re: Finally moving on... It's all a crapshoot with regionals. Doug has plugged the Boyd Group quite a bit and they seem to know what they're talking about. As far as regionals go they seem to think Republic, Mesa, and Skywest/ASA have the competitive edge for the near future. www.aviationplanning.com __________________ "I'd rather screw my way around the country then blow my way around..." - Saab 340 Driver

October 29th, 2006, 08:44	#4
skydog Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 462	Re: Finally moving on... Consider the next job you get to be the last job you will ever have, and then figure out if you could be happy and prosperous with that company. Research the company. Focus on financials, history of the company, management/labor relations, job security, and promotion opportunities. Note: I said "promotion opportunities" not "upgrade opportunities." There is a difference. I think people make a big mistake in chasing upgrades. Yes turbine PIC is important if you want to move on. Eventually you will get that. Might take year, it might take 5, but eventually you will have it. Once you have it, then that box is checked off. It's not like you need to keep getting it. Upgrade time is a poor criteria for picking a job you may hold for 5, 10, or 15 years.

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