Originally Posted by
flyprdu
The problem with shrinking is that you cannot control it. Departures will inspire others, worsen QOL for those who stay, and soon you'll have a death spiral on your hands.
Yes I've been pointing that out for a while. I think anybody who talks to FO's or has friends who are FO's can see that playing out. A line pilot right now probably has a better sense of resignations 8 weeks out than the CP office.
Originally Posted by
flyprdu
I think Alaska pilots like you and Joe need to adjust your thoughts about management. They may be shrewd, but they are not self-destructive. Making management understand that having a work and pay environment that meets or exceeds the big 3 is vital for the airline in this pilot market. It's mutually beneficial.
I've concluded they're not as shrewd as I once thought. They are very much good at travelling in their well-worn rut but seem to have trouble going off that path... even when it's starting to look like the bridge is out and maybe they should try the ford instead. The ford is harder but it doesn't involve a long drop into the water. Maybe the union can edumucate them. I find it rather alarming that they don't seem to be able to see where this is heading... they basically need to hand the pilot group a somewhat industry-leading contract right now to break the death spiral. They're going to lose the 30-somethings anyway, maybe they can keep the 10+ year CA's who are applying and interviewing (yes I know some).