I think the 2 for 1 years of service integration for Colgan pilots is the best method.


A staple is not really fair. Plus it would only create tension between the pilot groups, and we do not need that during contract negotiating season. Plus a staple would really do no good for many Pinnacle FO's (since they can't upgrade to captain anyway since they need the TT).

On the other hand, there is no question that Colgan pilots will benefit more from a merged list. A merged list is great for both pilot groups. It is great for Pinnacle pilots because they get more variety of flying and more voices in their contract negotiation. But Colgan pilots get access to equipment that they never expected to have access to. And with that comes pay.

Integrate the Colgan guys at a 2:1 ratio, and no displacement rights. That makes it so no Pinnacle pilot can bump a Colgan pilot to a different base/equipment. Future upgrades can only come from vacancy bids. A 3 year colgan pilot would get the seniority of a 1.5 year Pinnacle pilot. That way a 4 year Colgan Saab driver does not end up a CRJ-900 captain.

2:1 years of service integration for Colgan pilots. No displacements. That would be best for all involved.