Awesome video! Thanks for the mentorship!

Definitely the base is most important. I was expecting to move to base when I took my job as a CRJ FO only to find out later that we were actually not going to move anywhere. The flying is fun. Commuting sucks. Living in base makes all the difference

@74gear

5 жыл бұрын

couldn't agree more. I did living in base and commuting its an entirely different experience.

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Awesome video, great insight

*quality video as always! and different companies are kinda like different friend groups, or families- they all have their own feel! I would take better coworkers over higher pay, depending on the percentage of course but I enjoy having great coworkers and managers, even if pay is lower* :)

Swayne Martin working in Hawaii would be awesome!!! Those beautiful views!!!

Been here sine 200 man! Great video my man!!

@riolake1

5 жыл бұрын

@@74gear no where at the moment! I start the fast track school program at ATP very soon and I am so excited! I'm sure there are better options so that I don't have to pay as much but I've seen so many good reviews and a straight shot into regionals

You’re great knowledge bro.

Skywest bases 🙌🏾

Good info. I am learning to do pilot licence and find this helpful. pls make more

Excellence information on "Regional Airline" I was thinking this route for me because of my current age 45. I was going to give myself at least about 3 years of schooling to start looking for my regional airline. But, we never know what might happen during my training I might be a quick learner and start a little sooner. But, I will enjoy the experience and progress along the way. I can't believe I'm doing this. Talking about becoming a pilot.

@fermiticus4034

4 жыл бұрын

3 years...and you're not already a pilot??? That is going to be tough!!! Doable...IF you have a lot of money set aside...enough to pay for training and rental, and enough to not have to work during this 3 year period. 1500 hours along with instrument, commercial, and multi-engine ratings are minimum requirements for regionals...some may want more, including a degree. If you have to rent, for all 1500hrs...you're going to be spending close to $250,000 (that is being conservative, in the cheapest, basic trainer)...with instructor time and misc items you'll need...you're swiftly approaching $300,000. I am not trying to be discouraging...this is worst case scenario. Probably the best course of action would be private, instrument, commercial single, CFI. As a CFI, you get paid to build up those 1500 hours. While you're getting paid to build time, knock out the multi and multi commercial. I'm 20 years in...did it the hard way. Work and family...pay as I go. Took 2 years to get my private. Times got hard, money ran thin. 8 years later, I had some savings, stopped working and did my instrument, followed by commercial/multi (together)over 7 months. That was back when Regionals were hiring people with less than 500 hours! By the time I had those ratings...the bottom dropped out and everybody was getting laid off. 10 years after that, I got back into it with a very comprehensive flight review and IPC...even more comprehensive than the actual check-rides. Got current for multi as well, and have been flying Wings of Mercy missions for the past year (free time builder...and helping others). 540-ish total hours....and have yet to hear anything back from any company I have sent resumes to (Part 91 and/or 135 carriers....I have no desire for airlines).

Congrats 1002 subs🎉🎉🎉 great Video

GREAT channel. Thank you.

@74gear

5 жыл бұрын

glad you like it Dave, thanks for watching and subscribing.

Make a video about the finances, and the type of studying it takes to be a pilot, please and thank you !

Hi Kelsey, I’m a new subscriber and really enjoying your channel. I’ll currently working on my ppl. Would love a video on the biggest mistakes you made earning your ppl and what you learned from them. Keep up the good work! I hope to fly for the airlines someday and appreciate you taking the time to share your knowledge 😊

@lynnwalker

5 жыл бұрын

74 Gear Thanks, I’ll watch that video next!

My wife is a flight attendant and she commuted her first year from LAX to OAK. Even that short commute made life hard. She got LAX after a year and life is so much better. If you are able to move to your base.

K, always great Vid's, Thanks. stay safe

@milehighsilver2019

5 жыл бұрын

Yeah I live in south Denver, about 35 min from DIA and 10 min from Centennial

Great video... I"m not a pilot but the 747 is my favorite....It's the queen of the sky😁

@74gear

5 жыл бұрын

Awesome Michael, glad you are enjoying the videos thanks so much ya she is a beautiful plane for sure.

I went for commute. 30 minute drive. Not the aircraft or long term area I want to be in but being on reserve I get to stay home with kids which is nice. Also, regarding pay. I think the contract pay vs bonus is a factor. As stated the bonus can go away where as the hourly rate likely will not get reduced. I say that with the regional I went to having lower pay and bonus. Again all about commute for me. Plus training was local also so I got to go home on weekends and see family.

Very well said ,when you coming to Sydney

74gear AKA Kelsey, good job almost the 1K ive been a subscriber since you have 100 subs! Good job!

@fittygames4407

5 жыл бұрын

Im sure you will!

@bojanglesthewizard8875

4 жыл бұрын

Damn, since the beginning. Nice

Close to base is the best. When you are within close proximity you can stay at home while on standby. A friend basically renovated his whole house during standby shifts.

Btw just earned yourself a sub

Huge help man. I'm looking at Skywest. I live on the west coast and as far as I know the only other competing airline is Compass, but it looks like they're gonna lose their Delta contract. So I'm really hoping I can get a west coast base with Skywest.

@dstblj5222

4 жыл бұрын

Compass lost that contract delta is now all endevor, republic, skywest, with with endevor mostly west coast and endevor mostly east coast

Two regionals, Endeavor and Envoy is owned by Delta and American respectively. Flow is pretty much guaranteed. Endeavor offers guaranteed interviews to Delta, and Envoy has flow to American.

@Airplanepilot501

5 жыл бұрын

@@74gear Oh, I see. But I think even if the flow stops, you can still apply to a major the regular way. I picked Endeavor because I like the CRJ aircrafts.

First I'm not in the industry, but I would love to be. I would think that I would like to live in a quiet town, Somewhere in Kansas or Wilson North Carolina, beaus or maybe in Washington State; because the excitement would be flying the plane. I wouldn't need the excitement of New York City (where I live ) then get in the cockpit of an exciting job, it would be too much for me. All the best Shaun of NYC

@BananaPhone234

3 жыл бұрын

Living in a small town is possible working for the airlines but the commute is MISERABLE. The first note about living in base ties in. Small towns are either over 1hr drive to the closest major airport or you connect in a hub city and fly from there. When commuting (space available not a guaranteed seat) your best odds for getting on a flight are that airlines base city. Consistently commuting on connecting flights instead of direct is seriously tempting fate and could mean A LOT of missed work or extra days.

man, in 2020 that bonus advice is real money (pun intended) right now.

Would you plzzz make a video on courses that pilot need to study. It will be very helpful.

@b.bhandari5673

5 жыл бұрын

Ok thanks captain

Get a seniority number at your final job ASAP. Get your 1000hrs Part 121 and/or upgrade as quickly as possible and move on. Bases open and close with little notice. Some of the more “stable” regionals that everyone flock to have long reserve/upgrade times. The longer you’re on reserve, the longer it takes to reach 1000hrs/upgrade if you’re not being called in. QOL at a regional doesn’t matter unless you’re a lifer. Get in, get out.

Can u do a video of inflight footage plz

I would like to see you fly your 74 cockpit view with ATC

I'm concerned about getting a foot in the door with the legacy airlines outside of flow. I've read it can sometimes be very difficult. Flow seems like a good idea because of that opportunity it provides, regardless of how far it is in the future. However, what is to stop you from applying to other airlines if you meet the requirements and are waiting for flow movement? What are your thoughts on the 'hiring off the street' situation for legacy airlines in the next couple of years?

Fly what you want, Log what you need. ... Or do whatever you have to do to move.. Up,... Sideways.. Keep moving.

Can you make a video about corporate aviation please?

@jorgeestiels8600

5 жыл бұрын

@@74gear I love your channel. I would like to know differences in payment, and according to your point of view, advantages and disadvantages.

@jorgeestiels8600

5 жыл бұрын

@@74gear Thanks!

@arsenefoka7739

5 жыл бұрын

@@74gear Looking forward to that

Hi, this is very nice to see and I'm learning watching your videos. I would like to start my pilot career, do you have any recommendations to search for in a flight academy? Thank you so much!

@spicyshizz2850

3 жыл бұрын

Same

@ChrisRRT

2 жыл бұрын

Hi guys, I am a private jet pilot. I would recommend watching his video on it

Just found your channel, great content and very good information. I am looking into possibly getting private pilot licence and use it as a career change. My question is there age limit that would be considered to be too old for a career change?

@gregparrigin6651

5 жыл бұрын

74 Gear I’m 46 and private pilot

Hi kelsy. Can you do a "Cargo Airline: pilot job. Which is best for you?" Please thank you

@JtXwb

3 жыл бұрын

@kelsey pleassee👆🏻

@74, if one was transitioning from IT as a military Veteran... starting flight school right now, which first or even second job would be best for upgrading as quick as possible? Assuming that everything else was paid for.

It is all about the base

I'm down for 1,ooo hours of 6:44 "Turbin Time".

I drove a bus for 27 years and picked up many pilots, I earned more then many short hop pilots . I didn’t have autopilot on my bus 🚎

@74gear

4 жыл бұрын

ya the regional flying has improved a lot but I still think they are under paid for what they do... but I don't run an airline so 🤷‍♂️

How do you know if a base your picking is more Jr or Sr?

Hi Kelsey i watch all your vids i have a question when will you be Captain

Hey just accepted a mechanic job at a regional airline

@74gear

5 жыл бұрын

thats awesome, congratulations... great place to gain some experience!

I know it’s a bit off topic, but what are the salary expectations between a freight carrier (like yours) and a passenger airline?

Well, I live in Chicago so getting a base at ohare would be fantastic.

@74gear

5 жыл бұрын

ya, that shouldn't be too hard there are a lot of regionals with a base there.

@MarioPerez-qv2pz

5 жыл бұрын

jr132 talking about Chicago. Are you from around here? I am, I’m looking for a school to get my ppl license but most are extremely expensive some almost up to 20k from what I’ve seen. I’m looking at a school but it’s in Wisconsin 2 hr drive.... you have any suggestions? I’m trying to keep cost low around 10k. Thanks

@jr13227

5 жыл бұрын

Mario Perez Couldn’t tell you, sorry about that. I’m a student only considering the joining the industry after I graduate college. I’ve been considering the atp career path but that’s very expensive.

@zak6649

4 жыл бұрын

@@MarioPerez-qv2pz hey man did you ever end up learning flying? Im in chicago and looking for a good school

@MarioPerez-qv2pz

4 жыл бұрын

mackdaddy0126 well I’d recommend looking at places to learn in Wisconsin. the rental prices are super high near Chicago because fuel is super costly since we have 2 major airports. I’d recommend going to westosha flying club in Kenosha airport or stick and rudder flying club which I believe also is in Kenosha airport. Both of these are in the border of Wisconsin. Let me know if you have anymore questions

Great videos!! Do you worry about the 747's? How much longer will they be in service?

@lukecartwright1803

5 жыл бұрын

74 Gear my favorite? Any plane that gets me to my destination free of mechanical problems🤓 I think everyone loves the “queen of the sky” although I’ve never seen one in person

@lukecartwright1803

5 жыл бұрын

74 Gear no prob. Thanks for all the great info. Will definitely come watch What’s the insta? Gear 74

What about getting a "late" start. I'm mid-forties, 2 and a half years in. Hours to go to a boutique (1300) and close to going to a regional. Any suggestions? Been a CFI for JAL and American with Oxford Aviation out of Mesa AZ.

@thepenmen22

Жыл бұрын

Can you please give an update on what path you chose and how it worked out?

Where do you fly? As there is no US carrier flying the 747. Great vid btw!

@fittygames4407

5 жыл бұрын

Joe Irwin are you sure? I know a few

@joeirwin6212

5 жыл бұрын

74 Gear Ah that must of been what I heard! And I’m working on my PPL, and I hope to become an airline pilot one day. I live in the UK though so things are a little different

Can you make a video of you playing Aerofly FS 2020? It’s highly realistic for a mobile game and the planes come for free.

how can i get a job in Emirates, Etihad or any other private company?And what are the requirements?

How do you know if it's a senior base or a junior base?

Why do so many pilots think you must have a regional job before the major airlines? Don't waste your time with a regional airline. Just apply at a major airline. The major airlines do hire off the street and you do not have to been flying at a regional airline to get the job.

@jmtigerfan4765

5 жыл бұрын

No they don't you idiot. The vast majority of pilots for the majors flew for regionals or the military. Very few come from corporate or general aviation.

Realistically how long would you have to spend at regionals before going to a major airline

@74gear

5 жыл бұрын

things are always changing, right now I am seeing younger guys get to a major in 5 years. Some faster some shorter and that could change as well and based on what long term airline you wanted to work at.

I have to fly on a regional jet next month from Brownsville, TX to DFW on American Eagle, operated by Mesa Airlines. I have a terrible fear of flying as it is, and I've never been on a plane smaller than a MD80. Are they safe? I am terrified :( I just want to get to DFW alive & safe!

@74gear

5 жыл бұрын

well if you saw the video I did on turbulence you will remember I said the pilots want to stay alive too. And the RJ you fly on is probably going to be a lot newer and quieter than the MD80. Watch this see if it helps: kzread.info/dash/bejne/YmaMzMyyqNWej9I.html

Amount of days off per month is my highest priority

I’m in the uk and I’m 15 I might be thinking of being a pilot, how long will it take for me to pass all the courses and how much am I going to start getting paid? I’m thinking on going to college and going for being a pilot straight away I don’t know if that’s a good idea

@user-pg9fv7su8q

5 жыл бұрын

Well this is my last year of uni as you guys call it I'll graduate with a degree in commercial aviation with a minor in physics. My knowledge is purely from my friends at the regionals and my dad that's an American Airlines 767-757 captain. I have no knowledge of European aviation and how bad their pilot shortages are but American Airlines just dropped the college requirement. I would take as many loans as possible at the moment and fly your butt off and forget 4 years at uni. You want to get that seniority number as fast as possible. If I knew AA was going to drop the college requirement I'd already be flying with a regional. I honestly considered dropping out my senior year because of it, but decided I ought to finish because I've already put in 3 years. So first thing I'd do is check out the end game airlines college requirements and find out if you really need uni. Then I'd talk about it with your family and those who really care about you and see what they think and base your decision off of that. Hope this helps

@bojanglesthewizard8875

4 жыл бұрын

@@user-pg9fv7su8q That's good information to know, and it's good you didnt drop out your senior year. It definietly wouldve been pointless since you were pretty much almost done with school. Also it still looks great on a resume

or no regional :)

I live in sweden an 1 houer from 2 Kinda small airports where cityjets operats do you think its close enhoug to airport from my huse. AND 2 houers from a very big international airport

Hi Kelsey, how easy is it for a new F/O to switch to a different base? Suppose he has already been with the company for a couple of years.

@lirending1

5 жыл бұрын

@@74gear Right now I'm just gathering information. I don't have preferred places in mind yet. I'm a noob. I'm a student pilot in a part 141 school, just started my first semester. I'm pretty close to my final check ride. Thanks a lot for your response!

He says something that sounds like flow. Is it actually FLO?

Hey 74geari have a question! Hoe are callsigns and flight numbers made!

@fittygames4407

5 жыл бұрын

Ahh thanks!

Is Skywest a good regional airline?

Does anyone just fly twin prop King Airs as captain to get enough TT and multi PIC to get hired as FO at a major carrier? Could you essentially skip the regionals?

@74gear

5 жыл бұрын

it would be hard to get a job on a King Air and get hired by a legacy right now. You could get to a LCC like Frontier or Sprit maybe... but even that is tough if you have no 121 jet time but there are people doing it Evan.

Have you been to KATL

sir i am 21 and will be joining a flight school soon. sir i recently read an article about single pilot airplanes in future . shall i scared by this theory . will it affect my career.....:(

@ayushgarg6069

5 жыл бұрын

@@74gear sir i saw that video now ,u said that single piloted aircraft will take time. but according to u shall i jump in flight training . i dont want to be jobless after 10 years without a job because i will be investing a lot of money....

Who are these dislikers ??? What is it in the video that they DISLIKE ???

Good day 74 Gear thanks for making this video it was very informative. One question I have is this. If you were a captain at the regional airlines or another company and you switched to another company will you go back to the left seat as a first officer? Because when you apply for an airline job they always say that they are hiring first officers.☺️

@dseanhd

5 жыл бұрын

Ok thank you

Does age is big factor to became an airline pilot?????

@jimdahlberg4424

5 жыл бұрын

I didn't ask the original question but I'm in the same boat. I'm 50, retired police officer with GI bill benefits, and just about an empty nester. I don't think it's realistic to aspire to 777 or 747 but would be happy with regionals. I think it's doable and will be comfortable between pension plus pilot salary. Thoughts? (Great videos BTW)

Hello captain can you make a video exlaining how to finance flight training in EU?

@fittygames4407

5 жыл бұрын

JIM EWIDA i dont know if you can.. he flyes in the US

@de5792

5 жыл бұрын

@@fittygames4407 Yeah I know but I can not ask him about regulations and solutions for the US because I live in Europe and I want to do my training in here.

@de5792

5 жыл бұрын

@@74gear I currently live in Greece but I don't mind if I fly in Germany or Italy or UK.What I know for sure is that I can not finance my studies on my own.Is it easy for an international student to get a student loan in the US? Thank you for your time captain I am looking forward to seeing this community grow.

@davethewave2197

5 жыл бұрын

I'm German here and my tipp! Start saving now....

@de5792

5 жыл бұрын

@@davethewave2197 Even if I stop buying food money will not be enough at the end because my parents get very little money from their job

Soooo...flow is a recruiting gimmick. Got it.

is it just me..or does your voice sound different

Commute policy is probably #1. I live in Austin, and no one has a base here 😔

@sabrinasmith5088

5 жыл бұрын

What he said about wanting to live in a certain place rings super true as well. Commuting is not encouraged or suggested by any airline and it makes peoples lives miserable which is why airlines always ask if you are willing to relocate. Think about places you wouldn’t mind relocating to then start your search from there!

Sir, i have question you are boeing 747 pilot also you can fly different kinds air craft like airbus A380 and other variety of aviation such as private jet and helicopters? tnx

@74gear

3 жыл бұрын

I could buy I’d have to get all the training for that.

@reginaldcapistrano536

3 жыл бұрын

@@74gear I thought all pilot can fly any thing. Thank you sir.

Flybe

Hi sir What if we got diabetic? Will FAA cancel our pilot license ?

@OneSwankyTurtle

5 жыл бұрын

Arjun Das It would have more implications on your medical certificate. You can find applicable information on the FAA and AOPA websites. If diabetes is controlled by medication it will most likely require a special issuance so you will want to talk with an AME about your situation. Good luck!

What airline do you work for?

What regional do you fly for?

@GoProJack16

5 жыл бұрын

74 Gear thank you so much for responding. This has cleared up a lot of doubts in my mind on which regional to pick. I will be in flight school starting next fall

60secsquad

😁🇺🇸🇺🇸👍🏼

My god blink plzzz

You literally told everything and not the best airline

He's surely a pilot but not a 747 pilot. That's for sure! Because he doesn't upload photo or video of flying the 747. IN THE COCKPIT. And if you aren't allowed to shoot a video then take some pics when on ground. Is that prohibited too? You've got some explaining to do sir. Reply if you can. I'm not disrespecting you or your work. You're really great! But the thing is why lie about the 747?

@jackc3727

3 жыл бұрын

Just look at his instagram.

@eskieman3948

9 ай бұрын

Wow. You are one nasty jackwad to make an unwarranted attack like this!

I’m pretty sure this guy isn’t a pilot. If you’re a real pilot, a vid of you performing a nice smooth landing. Your internet-bought uniform isn’t convincing.