Originally Posted by
xjtguy
Sorry, need a clarification as it seems your post may seem a little contradictory.
First it says that "G1" aircraft are subject to FAR limits, which pretty much suck. Right now anyway. Are other (larger) aircraft currently subject to something more restrictive per TA/CBA like shorter duty days/longer rest periods?
So if it's a protection against negative consequences, consequences for who if it's FAR limit only?
No, but G1 aircraft flying most of the typical regional missions will benefit more from and be subject more to the necessity of those limits. Their economics will depend on it again, due to their limited revenue generation abilities and higher operational costs per seat.
Additionally, in the future these aircraft will likely continue to see airline managements demand more flexible terms. For instance, duty rigs, trip rigs and international pay won't apply and quite possibly, reduced 401(k) provisions as well. AA pilots can eventually expect 13-16% 401(k) contributions, but I'll bet new-hires in those aircraft will not see that contribution until graduating to G2 aircraft or higher.