Originally Posted by
highflyer1980
And who made that choice? You didn't, I didn't? Then educate us all, why they are violating the contract? Just for fun? Because they can?
They do it because that's the way they make the operation work with all the inefficiency built into the operation. It is not the fault of the pilots, we were never at the wheel when the car spun out of control. We didn't come with threats of massive furloughs. We bargained IN GOOD FAITH during bankruptcy to get the necessary E175s ("very sweet fleet plan"), then later came for a second helping of concessions to hold the E175s hostage while closing two bases later. Where is the efficiency in that? Argue what you want, but corporate leadership here is non-existent. The regional operation is planned by a dart board. The improvements come at a trickle and are way behind the competition. My faith died with this place long ago when the second slap of concessions came after bankruptcy.
Take note for the new guys looking here. This IS the regional airline business model. They are just as bad as your elected congressman or woman. They will smile and tell you you're highly valued then later rip you off with your benefits and pay, keep you from your family for 22 days out of the month, and then tell you to be happy for what you got. Are you willing to put up with this for 6+ years? If so, great. If not, go back to school and do something else. Once you're in this, it's not easy to get into something else.
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I would ignore this condescending management shill. Kudos to you for doing your level best to protect your career. Don't rule out an LCC. I left for one and my QOL has drastically improved along with my paycheck. I can sit here comfortably for as long as necessary to get the legacy call. Or, I can just decide to stay here. Apps are out and I'm just waiting. With the hiring numbers over the next 5 years, I feel like I have a good shot. About to add Airbus PIC to my resume very soon so that opens up China if I decide to go that route. Worst case, I stay here and keep good QOL and pay.
If you are close to flowing, within a year or two, you may do better trying to wait it out. If you are outside that window, I wouldn't count on that flow getting you to AA and you might consider one of the LCC's as well. Good luck.