Originally Posted by
jethikoki
I am sure not one regional guy would ever want any pilot to lose his job at DAL or any major. The more pilots positions reduced or removed at any major is also one less job available to the regional pilots trying to get on with the majors as positions or openings become available. So couldn't DAL pilots choose one DCI or try to combine all the DCI's into one and make them something like "B" scale DAL pilots? You can then have the same test and interview like it is now before moving up to the major side. That is everything remains like it is now for DAL pilots or better.
Sir, that is too late. Over 2000 DAL/NWA mainline pilots lost their jobs to the growing Regional Monster (BBBBBB SCALE) a few years back. The REGIONAL MONSTER became huge, had quick upgrades, flew capable mainline jets and operated under 3rd world salaries. Now the Regional Monster has gotten so out of hand, that its' pilots think they should automatically be on the Mainline List.
I dont agree with B scale, I dont agree with Regional Airlines flying BIG RJs either. When you are qualified, you INTERVIEW! Just like all of us. There is no easy way to make it. The only reason I see Delta and ALPA wanting flow throughs is that it introduces eager, former low paid, mediocre work rule exposed pilots to our Mainline list. This influx of eager pilots dilute our ranks. These new pilots would gladly accept 7 SC a month with pay raises of 4-8.5-3-3. This is the plan and the black helicopter just got shot down.
Jethikoki, sir, as I told you before, stop trying to find the easy way in. Stop comparing others ability to flow thru or merge thru. Concentrate on your talents, be diligent and award yourself with an offer of employment. It feels much better earned than having it handed to you.
Good Day.
TEN