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There’s a possible rumor going around that DL will avoid hiring pilots from 9E who have left for a LCC (some say for up to one year). I’m wondering how much of this is damage control by 9E looking to stop the attrition vs. actual reality. I have seen multiple recent instances of CJOs going to folks who would fall into this bucket.
Given how DL talks extensively about their hiring needs, if this policy is true, it is extremely shortsighted and petty. It won’t bring folks back from a LCC, and could even solidify their likelihood to remain where they are. The sweet irony is that, for many, LCC + one year penalty box still comes out ahead of the current flow times.
I suppose time will tell if this is attrition control propaganda or policy. Anyone else seeing this in practice?
I left 9E for B6 and currently have a CJO at DL. Lots of other factors to consider on their end I’m sure, but it worked out for me. I know another person who followed an identical path and applied to DL immediately after starting at B6 and is now in class at Delta. I waited 6 months and got a response in a week when I updated my app with my new employer and type. If there is pettiness I haven’t seen it. I’d say that rumor is an attempt to keep to keep pilots on property, or just made up. Like you said, even if it’s true, it is still a quicker path for anyone less than half way up the list at 9E to bail and bet on themself. If they don’t get a call at least they are building seniority at a solid airline.