Another US Start-Up Airline ?

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Midwest Express redux. Never admit defeat:

"Although Midwest Express is discontinuing its partnership with Elite Airways, Midwest Express president Greg Aretakis says the airline’s plan continues to move forward with a goal of delivering nonstop flights with exceptional customer service."

https://worldairlinenews.com/2021/04...ch-operations/

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A new offering from Breeze:

https://boards.greenhouse.io/breezea...ce=SkyJobs.com

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Appears ExpressJet is close to reincarnation:

https://www.routesonline.com/news/29...sjets-revival/

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Sounds like Connect is getting close. Will be airplanes be US or Canadian registered ?:

“….There is currently a shortage of pilots [overall], but we’re addressing this by being able to hire both US and Canadians.”


https://simpleflying.com/connect-airlines-startup-plan/

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Global Crossing is still looking for captains:

https://globalairlinesgroup.com/care...ce=SkyJobs.com

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And GlobalX is still looking for captains. No mention of F/Os:

https://globalairlinesgroup.com/care...ce=SkyJobs.com

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Airbahn: Keepin' hope alive

https://airlinegeeks.com/2021/11/30/...in-march-2022/

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Waltzing Matilda Aviation (Connect Airlines?) looking for DHC-8 pilots:

https://www.latestpilotjobs.com/jobs/view/id/17251.html

https://www.anna.aero/2021/05/17/wal...-city-airport/

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I wonder if this is also an ad for Connect Airlines. If it is, they've added this. I wonder if it means no one is applying:

• $24,0000 Signing Bonus – paid in installments
• $24,000 Retention Bonus – paid in installments
• Total of $48,000 in bonuses!!

https://jobs.flightglobal.com/job/14...mpaign=general

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Speaking of Connect Airlines, in post #124 of this thread reference was made to hiring both Canadian and US pilots. I looked on AVCANADA for any Connect Airlines ad addressed to Canadian pilots but didn't find one. So, does anyone know if Connect is advertising for Canadian pilots ?

If they're having any trouble finding US pilots, based on their earlier comments I'd expect them to be recruiting Canadians as they said they would do.

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I assume this is yet another ad from Connect Airlines. From the wording, I think I sense increasing desperation; perhaps I'm wrong. I'd love to know what's going on behind the curtain:

Hiring Captains - do NOT need to be current

https://www.jsfirm.com/job/Pilot-Fix...s/jobID_897891

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So there are DEC positions at part 121 carriers. Of course not the majors.

But usual hours caveat of 1000h under specific FAA-regulations are applicable. Now I somehow understand the system. Thanks again.

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Originally Posted by 1201alarm

So there are DEC positions at part 121 carriers. Of course not the majors.

Yes, some US regionals offer DEC positions but they come with drawbacks. And of course, start-ups offer DEC spots. But as you say, 1000 hours FAA Part 121 time is required.

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A bit more Connect Airlines info. I've seen anecdotal mention of a $20K training bond over 12 months but haven't seen it in any Connect statements:

https://www.connectairlines.com/about-pilots

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Start-up, Avelo Airlines, ups the pay rates:

BREAKING NEWS (AeroCrew Solutions)

Avelo Airlines announces a new pay scale and sign-on bonus for new hire Captain and First Officers effective February 1, 2022!

First year Captain pay will be $200 per block hour, and First Officers will start at $90 per hour.

Plus, sign on before June 1, 2022 and you will earn a $20,000 bonus (paid in two installments in your first year of service, with the $5,000 when you finish OE).

All pilots are virtually based and earn an additional $1,800 per month in virtual base pay paid monthly after completion of OE, no matter where you choose to live. Training is paid at first year First Officer rate and includes all accommodations.

In your first year, you’ll earn a minimum of $210,000 as Captain or $117,400 as a First Officer.
Come learn more at their virtual information session via Microsoft Teams: Monday, January 24th at 1600 EST. Join conversation

First 5 year Block Hour Rates

Captain
Year 1 - $200
Year 2 - $205
Year 3 - $210
Year 4 - $215
Year 5 - $220

First Officer
Year 1 - $90
Year 2 - $110
Year 3 - $120
Year 4 - $130
Year 5 - $140

“We’re committed to attracting, rewarding and retaining the industry’s best pilots as we grow Avelo,” said Avelo Chairman and CEO Andrew Levy. “In addition to industry-leading pay, Avelo offers immediate high seniority and a quicker path to the left seat than most other carriers. Couple that with our unique One Crew culture and Soul of Service caring mindset, and Avelo is a great airline to grow your career and an airline you’ll be proud to be a part of.”
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In case you want to throw your hat in the ring:

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Rec...Details/722256

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Avelo now advertising for DECs:

https://www.latestpilotjobs.com/jobs/view/id/16821.html

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Not a US start-up but I'll put it here for lack of another spot. Coral Jet, a planned A320 operator in Bermuda. A quick look around didn't find anything about the backers, management people or a need for F/Os:

https://www.aviationjobs.me/jobs/a32...l-jet-bermuda/


https://pilotcareercentre.com/Pilot-...muda/Coral-Jet

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Alaska-based B757 start-up, Northern Pacific Airways, is looking for both seats. Time in type doesn't appear to be required:

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/...ce=SkyJobs.com

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A recent bit about Connect Airlines (Waltzing Matilda Aviation):


The agreement reached between the world’s largest pilots union and WMA addresses concerns regarding the company’s initial plans to conduct service as a U.S. carrier from a Canadian base, while avoiding using American workers.

“ALPA is pleased that Waltzing Matilda completely revamped and reformed its airline—committing to base all of its pilots in the United States and hire only U.S. citizens and permanent residents to serve on its flight decks,” said Capt. Joe DePete, ALPA president.


https://www.alpa.org/news-and-events...dzT5zWYEMx1Vec

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Apparently, Global Crossing airlines has a deal with a flight school to provide F/Os. But that takes 2+ years so where have the current F/Os come from and what are the requirements ? I don't recall seeing any ads for F/Os...just captains.

https://www.globenewswire.com/news-r...d8b443ff47f5f6