Originally Posted by
DeuceMountain
So perhaps you more experienced folks wouldn't mind educating a noob about this… I'm a poolie awaiting training, and can't help but wonder how often these shake-ups have occurred in the past few years. Is this just a product of the merger? Do those of you who've been here a while feel like this will be the new norm? Not that I'm going anywhere else, mind you--just trying to wrap my head around the culture.
Deuce - first and most importantly - welcome to United Airlines ! Wear your half-wing proudly and enjoy the free beers/coffee and food for your entire first year. It is a United tradition that is a way for us to "pay it forward" to the newest among us. We remember where you are at and it can be overwhelming.
As for the displacement and bumps this the final shuffling of the deck for the airline to put people where they need them. It IS rare and you shouldn't have to worry about it for you personally. Just try to learn your aircraft and enjoy the lifestyle.
Never EVER answer your phone (even on RSV) - just get your voicemail and go from there.
Know the ALPA PDR system well it is one stop shopping for all things ALPA.
You have come at the beginning of the hiring cycle which will pay dividends your entire career.
And always always call a 737 a Guppy/A320 FiFi /747 a Whale