Originally Posted by
3kids
So what is a realistic expectation? This is an honest question to the group? Is it 75% the hourly rate at FDX or UPS? Is it the full enchilada work rules and retirement at other places that fly cargo such as UPS or FDX? Not trying to stir the pot just an honest question that everyone in the pilot group will have to ask. As for the history I fully understand its history (
https://www.abxair.com/about/airborne-history.cfm) .
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Airborne_Express .
I 100% agree you all are well deserving of a pay raise but the question lies in the details of how much? Also Im full in on the Strike for breaking the contract. If asking these questions are offensive then im dumb founded. As for the comment on skeptical characters I know a hand full that are currently at ABX that used it as a safe haven from ALPA. I stated that this wasnt all of the group but just stated that their is a big list of them.
I will give you an honest answer in the form of a few questions?
What is a realistic price ABX should have to pay for aircraft from Boeing? Is it 75% of what FedEx and UPS pay Boeing for aircraft?
What is a realistic price ABX should have to pay for fuel for the airplanes? Is it 75% of what FedEx and UPS have to pay the fueling companies for fuel?
What is a realistic price ABX should have to pay for maintenance and parts? Is it 75% of what FedEx and UPS have to pay for those items as well?
If you want to run an airline in today's environment, you better be ready to provide a market competitive contract for your pilots are you better make plans to shutdown.