The regional deal for the type rating is one of the best in the industry, and for those of you who havent looked into it, it is tax deductable so works out very reasonable. Far from PTF. The company provide good training and I certainly have learnt a lot from flying there. IMHO this is the way it should be, start on a small jet/turbo prop and work your way up.
I too have concerns over the business plan and its viability and the effectiveness of the 145. I keep hearing the 145's are cheap to run, but its certainly not cheap flying anywhere with 6 people in the back!! But yes we must give the new owners a chance. I for one am glad to be there.
makes you wonder though when the competition open one of your newly launched routes the very next day, launching two weeks earlier at one of their main bases....hmmm