Originally Posted by
Halon1211
please tell us, why would a Spirit pilot looking to get out go to Atlas as opposed to United, American, or Delta? Beside that they get the opportunity to help Atlas with its pilot hiring problems?
A significant number of the folks on the chopping block spent 6 months or less at a regional (or even came straight from a 172) and have been blocking 10-15 hours a month on reserve. Many likely aren't competitive for a legacy job.