Originally Posted by nwa757

I think this merger will turn the tide with Airway's culture and game of letting the east/west infighting continue. It's easy to game two divided pilot groups, but when you have 15,000 strong lead by APA, you can't abuse that many people and get away with it. Just look at Delta's 12,000 pilots. A larger pilot group is stronger in my opinion.

With pay raises starting on day 1 (backdated to Feb 2013) pilots should be happy with the new rates and take the seniority arbitration timeline as it comes.

Many will still find things to whine about, but working for the world's largest carrier (with arguably the best route network) with solid pay rates and strong financial footing is going to make most happy I think.