Originally Posted by
VamosALaPlaya
A few questions:
1) Do I understand correctly most of Fedex aircraft orders are replacements, not net growth? I read the 767 is replacing all the A310, MD-10 and A300. So receiving a bunch of additional 767's (something like 60 additional) but truly very little NET GROWTH? Versus the 30+ net new planes at UPS?
2) Are retirements pretty accurate on APC? Seems similar (percentage wise) to UPS.
3) With most new planes showing up for Fedex replacements (assumption), why is Fedex hiring 400+ per year? Increase in retirements don't seem to kick in for another 4-5 years.
4) If had to guess, what percentage of flying is day flying vs UPS?
5) Lots of DH's at Fedex, easier to commute? (not moving).
6) System bids not very frequent at Fedex? UPS? My understanding is while Nov 2016 hire was awarded 75 Captain at Fedex, upgrade at UPS will start to come down very soon as no hiring occurred between 2007-2014?
While the 767s may be replacing A300/A310/MD10s, we have 777s on order yet to be delivered, some of which the delivery dates have been pushed earlier, and we have options to purchase more 777s. The 777 bidpack and flying is growing. I also believe we have options to purchase more 767s.
Why are we hiring 400+ this year? Because our business is growing and we need more pilots. That's straight from management.
Depends on where you commute from. If there's a major airport with FedEx planes flying to that airport, or if you live near a major hub with an airline serving Memphis, you're good. Otherwise, commuting to Memphis might be a PITA.