'Roger that' Roger:
Everybody always describes the need for PIC turbine experience.
By the way, feedback claims that it often does not matter whether it is turboprop or turbofan, and some of the training programs with turboprops seem to be better than those with some RJ companies.
I don't want to concern you, but my company's previous CEO told staff years ago that the RJ was never supposed to make money, however there was pressure to acquire them because the other airlines had ordered so many, and nobody wanted to be seen as the only airline with turboprops using the same codeshare names. Some Pinnacle pilots lately question whether many of their jets will be here in a few years from now, but new operating costs/seat-mile and reworked lease agreements during the Chapter 11 reorganization might be the primary factors, and it might be better for the younger pilots to know what is involved, due to the difficult times. But you will enjoy a B-1900, SF-340 or RJ etc.
My last job with a 'regional' was back in '85, having flown the Bandit and Shorts 330/360.
With the global demand for fuel, and so much diverted into the US Strategic Petroleum Reserve among other factors, it is very difficult to imagine where this industry is headed.
If you want me to ask around in a few days, I can try to find out the name of an IP or Check Airman who could be a contact if I get to the airport early enough (to forage for food). I don't read Pprune too often anymore, so you might send me a personal e-mail.
Also, there are some better companies out there, and Horizon was about the best, years ago if not now. Comair seemed pretty good, but the fact that Delta Airlines is almost broke (again) does not look good for ASA, Comair etc.
That's one reason why they need to merge with Northwest, which has about $3 billion in cash, contrary to what the mass media regurgitates here.
Once the US real estate (home sales) situation starts to improve, it should help the airlines.
The best of luck to all of the younger pilots out there.
Last edited by Ignition Override; 25th May 2008 at 05:30.