Originally Posted by
Bucking Bar
DAL MD88 FO:
No MD88 openings? I'm not sure I understand the information you posted.
There were 120 new hire positions in ATL on the 88 on the last bid. As we get the AA/TWA 757's, that number will only grow. Go to APC and look at the number of aircraft we are receiving. They are all EXPANSION aircraft. Not replacement.
Originally Posted by
Bucking Bar
Why is the 767 not a popular choice? Is it just the movement and openings created by the International expansion, or the relief crewmember issue?
The 767 is a great aircraft, however, being jr. on a sr. aircraft sucks ... and you could expect to be jr. for years. You would have to commute for reserve in NY or ATL which means sitting in a crash pad with ten of your best friends.
Originally Posted by
Bucking Bar
and most importantly, how long to bid back to Atlanta on anything?
Not long. We just had a bid come out with 120 new hire f/os on the 88, and I believe it was 42 f/o's on the 800. It will not take long, HOWEVER, I believe that many new hires will get the ER or 75/76 in NY.