Ric still projects 2.5/6
December 15, 2015
RE: Looking Ahead to 2016
For 2016, the momentum here at Envoy continues to build!
American Airlines projects that it will need 300 plus pilots from Envoy next year, with a
requirement of 90 pilots within the first 90 days. This flow-through, coupled with our recent
announcements of additional flying for American that will keep our total fleet count stable for
2016, means 200 plus Captain upgrade opportunities and 350 plus pilot new hires. With very
reasonable assumptions, a new hire today is currently projected to upgrade to Captain in two
and a half years – and flow to American approximately six years from hire.
Next year we add 28 new Embraer 175 aircraft to our fleet. These aircraft represent the first of
American’s fleet commitment to Envoy for 40 E175s, with options for up to 90 more. Further
solidifying our future with a fleet of fuel efficient aircraft with auto-throttles, coupled VNAV and
advanced avionics capabilities for Next Gen Airspace requirements.
Best regards,
Captain Ric Wilson
Vice President – Flight Operations