Originally Posted by
ORD170
Republic has a lot of lifers. i Think most of the top 600 will stay, unless they get a dream job offer. Most aren’t trying to leave. When I left republic 14 year captains were on reserve in ORD. Those guys love republic and are mostly happy. Upgrade will probably settle around 2 years, which is probably about right for a new 121 captain.
I think 600 is very much on the high side. ORD is sort of a one off and has many factors contributing to it being so senior it’s more than just a lifer “problem”. I also don’t think they have anymore lifers than any other airline.