AirTran Pay
To answer some of your questions.
1. First year pay is as reflected on the website you referenced. Top pay is around 152/hr. Upgrade is running around 3 years.
2. Monthly guarantee is 70 hrs. Expect to be on Reserve for 3-4 months.
If you live in Atlanta, it is easier to pick up open trips thereby increasing your monthly pay. Reserve schedules normally have 10 days off.
3. Hiring is about 10-20 month. Competition is very stiff as applicants are highly qualified. Almost all are previous 121 Capts. We recently hired a 22 yr USair Capt and a 20 yr Delta Capt. If you get an interview do the prep with AirInc. If you go to AirInc seminar it seems to help.
4. We have over 100 airplanes now. Hiring for both B717/B737. Training is very thorough but fair. B717 training is a bit harsher than the B737 from recent reports. Lots of old Eastern Airlines instructors--old school philosophy.
Folks without FMS experience have had problems in the past--But they have FMS trainers etc. If you put in the effort and have a positive attitude--very important--they will help you through it. Aircraft selection is based on DOB.
Senior guys get first pick on aircraft type. Many pick the 717 as there is more flying with that fleet type (80 plus aircraft).
5. AirTran is a great place to be. I have been here almost 5 yrs and have no complaints. Hope this info helps.