Originally Posted by
Toddnel
The timing of this announcement seems to coincide with about 70-80 retirements. I highly doubt that someone flying the 747 to SYD will want to give up all the days off and QOL to take 737 Captain. Funny you say rightful place as it looks like most of not all could have already held captain yet chose not to. Not really sure what their rightful place is?
The most senior FO's getting displaced have the seniority to fly B747/B777 Captain. My guess is that upgrade might not be an option for some of these guys.