Is the Air Group looking to replace the successful Menzies in Seattle or is this "wholly owned" looking to replace regular employees at other stations?

Are the ramp folks in contract talks right now?

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Alaska Airlines Announces the Formation of a New Subsidiary - McGee Air Services
Company to provide industry leading ground handling, aircraft cleaning and airport mobility services


SEATTLE, March 29, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines, Inc. today announced the company plans to form a wholly owned subsidiary called McGee Air Services, a dedicated airline services company that combines deep industry experience with a singular focus on providing best-in-class airline services.
Initially, the company will provide airline services for Alaska Airlines. McGee Air Services will operate as a vendor to Alaska Airlines and will compete for Alaska contracts in select cities. As the company develops the infrastructure and processes, McGee Air Services will evaluate opportunities to serve other airlines.