Originally Posted by
gringo
But is it "disgusting" that we don't offer bennies from D1? I think that's a bit of a stretch.
But the fact of the matter is that a 90 day waiting period is in fact industry standard.
Your definition of 'industry standard' is slightly different than mine.
Name at least 5 airlines (100 seats and larger and more than 30 aircraft) that currently does not offer health benefits within the first 90 days to its pilots...and you'll fit my definition of industry standard. The burden of proof is on you because you'd better find out what industry standard is before you should be allowed to vote on a new contract.
It is disgusting if any employer (100 or more employees) does not offer health care for any of its full time employees after a max of 30 days. I don't care if it's a barista, gate agent, stripper, or dishwasher, let alone a high skill position that requires hefty investment in education.
I will retract my 'day one expectation' as insurance carriers usually drive a 30 day wait requirement and coverage usually extends to the end of the month after resigning from a prior employer (first hand experience).
As an additional note, this is my third 121 and have worked at two 135 carriers. Spirit is the first employer where I've had to wait longer than 30 days for coverage.
I'm glad we agree on everything else.