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Relocating to a new base

Whether you are a new hire heading to your first assignment or a captain trading bases, a move means more than just a new address. We help you think through every part of it.

Base-specific neighborhood guides

Every base is different. Houston offers affordability and no state income tax. Chicago has strong trip quality. San Francisco is the highest-cost base in the system. We have detailed guides for all 10 United bases, with neighborhood breakdowns, commute analysis, and cost-of-living data.

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Commute cost calculator

Before you decide where to live, know what commuting actually costs. Our calculator accounts for crash pads, deadhead flights, parking, hotels, and schedule type (lineholder vs. reserve) to give you a real monthly and annual number.

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Buy vs. rent analysis

A base trade might be a 3-year assignment or a 20-year home. The buy-versus-rent math looks different for pilots, especially with reserve schedules and the possibility of another trade. We help you run the numbers for your specific timeline.

Relocation timeline planning

From base trade announcement to closing and move-in, we map out every step. Knowing what comes next, and when, takes the stress out of the process.

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Ready to talk through your move?

Diane works with pilots at every base, not just Houston. Text her at 918-688-1428 or schedule a call.