Originally Posted by
Columbia
12 year MD 88 CA vs. 12 year SWA CA. Compare rates. Way more than 11%, Rogerina.
That's a different debate.
The 737 is a much more capable aircraft. It can fly from SLC to SJC and from SJC to JFK. Both probably much cheaper than the 88.
Because it is more capable, it should be paid more.
I don't even think the 88 can fly from SLC to ATL on a hot summer day, unless you take off without a full load.
I'm not trying to disrespect the 88 pilots, because they work equally hard. It's just that when the pay was established on the 737N, it was high because of the contributions it made to the company bottom line.
The "Rogerina" made me smile. Excellent creativity.