Originally Posted by
thrust
This.
We have a ton of leverage right now as a result of the CKA shortage/resignations. I definitely understand why some would want to be a CKA- junior commuters enjoying the positive space, live in DFW/CLT, enjoy teaching, whatever- and our CKA/training department overall is a strong point at this company. But there’s nothing that prevents a current CKA from returning to the line (a better deal for most, given how many CKA are doing so) and returning to become a CKA after Section 12 is improved. Or, delaying that CKA application until after Section 12 is improved.
If you absolutely must scratch that “I love to teach!!!!” itch… remember, you don’t have to be a CKA to do so. Plenty of instruction and mentorship can happen as a line pilot while we use this leverage for everyone’s long term benefit…
Nothing preventing them, except for the way things work around here is they probably wouldn't be allowed to go back, or their application would end up in the trash.
If you expect the check airman to do the heavy lifting, best show some solidarity. No one bid a higher paying status for a year, and no straight time pickup might make a statement.