Kellwolf's Pinnacle Updates

kellwolf said:
Well, I'm finally done with OE.
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Sweet dude! My stress levels went down drastically from my CFI days once I got done with OE because I knew I had a (small) paycheck coming no matter how much I worked, what the weather was, or if a plane broke.

Soon you will start learning how to best manipulate the schedule to maximize pay and minimize time away from home!

Now, if the US would introduce a new energy supply that would make oil $5/bbl I would be completely stress free :insane:!
 
John Herreshoff said:
Thumbs up on employing the, "Not-suck strategy."

Is that a picture of your kid, BTW?
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Better not be someone else's kid..... :D


Congrats, Steve on getting it done.......
 
kellwolf said:
Well, I'm finally done with OE. After six more legs with another check airman (this one at least based out of MEM), I got the signature that officially releases me to the line. Learned a few more tricks on flying the CRJ that made some things I was having trouble with even that much easier. Approaches and landings are now stabilized and up to line standards, I've got the whole ACARS/FMS thing down cold, and I have somewhat of a clue when it comes to when and what airports have ramp towers, ops freqs, etc.

Now, I get to sit reserve for who knows how long. My sim partner was DAMN close to holding a line this last bid (he forgot to turn his in), and he's two spots UNDER me. So, I might be able to hold a line come Aug or so. We'll see what happens!
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Congrats man! Welcome to the fun to be had on the line at the regional level. It's day 2 of a 4-day for me and I'm already on my 9th Pairing Modification. The joys!! It's not all bad though. You'll get the hang of regular line operations very quickly and it will be second nature.

Word of Wisdom: If you're in Houston, when you call to push on the ramp freq., make sure to give them your first fix (IAH thing). You'll impress the hell out of them.
 
ERfly said:
Word of Wisdom: If you're in Houston, when you call to push on the ramp freq., make sure to give them your first fix (IAH thing). You'll impress the hell out of them.
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Cool. First time I've heard of that, but I'll keep it in mind. I kept hearing guys in DTW and MSP forgetting to even say what gate they were at. Took my a few tries, but I'm finally in the habit of telling ground what ATIS I have when I call 'em up now. :)

Thanks for all the words and support. It's nice to know I'm at least guaranteed a small paycheck instead of worrying if I'll be able to feed myself everytime the winds kick up or t-storms roll in. And yeah, John. That's my kid in the PCL hat and JC lanyard.
 
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