Originally Posted by
Imapilot2
So will all of the parts of the SLI be kept in tact? It has been said that there will be no furlough out of seniority. Correct me if I am wrong but SM said pilots will be able to bid what their seniority can hold.....so does that mean that pilots will be able to use their seniority given to them by the SLI but not have to abide by the fences in the SLI?
Looking at the timeline for the end of the Colgan flying, I'd say a realignment bid will be out very soon. That being said, the initial displacements will have "displacement rights" and will be able to go where their SLI seniority holds. The question is, how deep will the dominoes fall? Will there be massive secondaries like 11-09? The troubling thing to me is how quick this process is scheduled to happen.
I first see hundreds of Colgan pilots getting the summer off (maybe paid?) due to lack of training slots available for transition. I foresee a pile-up in the training department that will easily go into next year. Second, even if this next award is implemented, another will soon follow as the 900s begin dropping off line. My advice would be for the pilots who choose to stay at this company to not get too comfortable in any seat or base. Look at your standing bids. The last options on the your preference will be where you end up in 12-18 months.