Originally Posted by
Captain Tony
Because the majority of mainline pilots think regional pilots are a bunch of misfits with DUIs, no degrees, checkride failures, and no service to their country. They feel regional pilots are not properly vetted, and if they want to be Mainline Pilots they need to go through the interview process and earn it. Like they did.
I am sure there is some truth to this.
Would the mainline groups be willing to overlook this and sacrifice their pride to the god of scope? They would essentially control all flying, a powerful negotiating position to be in...