There is nothing wrong with Mesaba other than crappy jet FO pay. It's actually competitive for the Saab FO's, but way below average for year 2 and onwards jet FO pay (although it's still higher than PCL FO pay). Sorry, there was nothing anyone could do about this while in BK.

Our work rules are generally above average.
Our upgrade is above average (sigh...FINALLY).
Our training department is above average.
Our safety record is above average (yes, I know, we'll see what the future holds, however, see above).
Our union effectiveness is above average.
Our Captain pay is pretty much industry average, and soon to go up considerably with the wage recaptures.
Our pilot group as a whole is certainly at least average.

Our corporate management, unfortunately, is also average. So we aren't Horizon or Xjet, whaddya want?