I'm kinda meh about their decision.

If it was no strings attached money, should've taken it while telling them it wasn't enough and we're sure you'll be back. We've been moaning about FO pay in the regionals for so long, but the moment someone offered FOs money we turn it down because there's no CA money.

You really think the CAs are going to go somewhere?

Also, Envoy has proven that there's risk to telling Parker no. Ask the Compass guys how they're liking those aircraft with AA paint on the side.