passes via eagle are really good for a regional. The checkin time, instead of seniority, makes it even better. If your flexible, most destinations are possible, and getting first is not that hard, esp. internationally.
The USAIR deal will most likely destroy this.
Well, I have a good friend in PSA, their company sent emails stating they will change their non-rev travel rules like in AA. He was complaining because he don't pay for commuting and now he will.
Hopefully we will keep our system.