Originally Posted by
Sushi
With that said, I don't support Lakes circumventing the rules that apply to everybody else. It isn't fair, it isn't right and is totally bogus. But that broad statement is always so annoying, to say the least.
Hopefully the majority of that post shed some light on actual ZK ops. I've enjoyed reading this Lakes thread and felt like finally adding some facts to it.
Sushi -
Thanks for the clarification.
I have one question though - and you dispel the rumors/conjecture of some other posts - but then say the same thing yourself.
GLA isn't circumventing the P121 rule - they changed/added/modified the certificate correct? They operate those P135 flights under the same rules that any P135 operate.
They complied with the restrictions/conditions that came from the FAA. They generated a P135 airline and are compliant with all regulations concerning P135 rules correct? any other regional P121 airline out there could do the same IF they were willing to live with the requirements.
If we (the forum members) are going to complain about issues at GLA and get information out there about the pay, QOL, interview prep, and whatever else - - at least let's be accurate about that information.
GLA spun off a P135 airline to stay alive for some amount of time. Only time will tell if it will be successful.