Originally Posted by
CLT Guy
I am not at AWAC, but I have some close friends there - guys that I used to fly with. Their feelings from what they are hearing from management is that there will be a deal, but it is only going to be for a couple of years. AWAC is not the cheapest option, and they are not going to give a 10 year contract to an expensive subcontractor.
I have no direct knowledge, but I can not imagine AAG giving up the lift that AWAC provides.
I'm sure there will be an extension. AAG can't afford to lose the lift AWAC provides at least not yet. Rumor I've been hearing is a 5 year deal. Which kind of makes sense if they are trying to build up PDT. We are hearing PHL and DCA as hubs for the 145's. But the problem is where will PDT get the pilots?? Should be interesting. I just hope if it's only 5 years maybe some kind of Pref. Hiring can also be given to the AWAC Pilots at American.