Originally Posted by
Herman
I hope that you are right. Flow will destroy the character and strength of Delta Air Lines. Many of us have already seen it 1st hand. The entitlement attitude, youthful naivete and general lack of professionalism is disturbing. If one wishes to join the ranks of Delta, then work hard, study hard, and for heaven sakes, fill out an application. Otherwise may I suggest Virgin America...I think they may be hiring.
First, how do mainline pilots feel about flow backs? Also, how do regional pilots measure up to your standards? As far as I know, the Pinnacle eligible people must have been a Captain, so we're not talking about a bunch of newbs. I thought twenty thirty years ago a good number of folks got hired on young, and without prior experience as part 121 captains. I'm not sure what attitude problems you are seeing at Delta. I say these things sincerely, not flame baiting.
Many pilots would like the career progression to mainline, and also want to give the best customer service while they work at their regional---regionals that have arguably more constraints due to the very cut throat nature of the regional whip saw.