November 2018 Aero Crew News Your Source for Pilot Hiring and More... ExpressJet is taking off with a new Pilot Contract Top-Tier Compensation and Work Rules $40/hour first-year pay $10,000 annual override for First Officers, $8,000 for Captains New-hire bonus 100% cancellation and deadhead pay $1.95/hour per-diem Generous 401(k) match Friendly commuter and reserve programs ARE YOU READY FOR EXPRESSJET? FLEET DOMICILES UNITED CPP 126 - Embraer ERJ145 Chicago • Cleveland Spend your ExpressJet career 20 - Bombardier CRJ200 Houston • Knoxville knowing United is in Newark your future with the United Pilot Career Path Program Apply today at expressjet.com/apply. Questions? [email protected] expressjet.com /ExpressJetPilotRecruiting @expressjetpilots Jump to each section Below contents by clicking on the title or photo. 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The articles our writers submit carry genuine value, especially for those in our unique career. Like you, I learn something new in every issue and since our primary goal is to educate our readers, we can claim “mission accomplished” every time we publish. Obviously, we could not be successful without readers, and without good content we would have no reader- ship. I implore you to continue to help us grow. As we improve, we grow, and as we grow we improve. Because readership continues to rise, I want to thank you for sharing Aero Crew News with your colleagues and friends. As always, provide us with any content ideas you may have, and if you aspire to share your own ideas through the written word, we have your forum. I invite you to contact me at [email protected]. Fly safe, Craig Pieper D. Pieper About the Publisher Craig Pieper is the Publisher and Founder of Aero Crew News. Craig obtained his Bachelors of Science in Aeronautical Science, along with a minor in Aviation Weather, from Embry- Riddle Aeronautical University in 2001. Craig is also a Captain for a regional airline with a type rating in the Embraer 145 and has logged over 7,000 hours of flying time since his introductory flight on November 14th, 1992. 8 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS October 2018 October brings images of carving pumpkins, raking leaves, picking apples and the beauty of the changing colors best seen from altitude. This month, in Aero Crew News, we bring you the variety of the season with informative pieces on a range of topics curated CREDITS to enhance your personal and professional life. Of particular importance and interest to the cohort of pilots aiming for the majors, read about United Airlines’ first-ever job fair held in Denver last month. 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November 2018 | 9 AVIATOR BULLETINS JetReady Expands its Charter Fleet with the Addition of a New Hawker Images Courtesy of Jet Ready etReady – private jet charter operator – con- tinues to grow its existing charter fleet and is Jproud to announce their newest Hawker 800 aircraft addition. The aircraft is now available for domestic and international charter flights. Well-rounded in nature, this midsize jet provides the ultimate in comfort, cabin room and range for its category. The aircraft offers a spacious floor plan with its 8 passenger executive configuration and 2018 renovated modern interior. The layout in- cludes a forward right side, 3-place divan opposing an individual captains chair and an aft 4-place con- ference group. The aircraft is fully equipped with a forward mini galley, microwave, complimentary WiFi, and Airshow. JetReady’s Chief Executive Officer, Nigel England stated, “We are thrilled to announce the newest Hawker addition to our charter certificate allowing us to now offer midsize category options to the market as we continue to grow.” JetReady specializes in 24/7, on demand, charter flights worldwide with a stringent focus on stellar, personalized service and quality product. The company also maintains safety ratings with ARG/US and Wyvern. With this addition, JetReady now has fleet of 10 aircraft consisting of Gulfstream IVSPs, Challenger 601s and Hawker models with plans to add more aircraft this year. About JetReady Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, FL, JetReady is a privately held, global aviation company specializing in aircraft charter services, management and acquisition. The current aircraft fleet comprises of heavy to midsize jets with flights offered worldwide.