Originally Posted by
Theoneinall
Don’t have it available but if I remember correct I think effective date is 7/31 (or is it 6/31). Nevertheless, for a simple base transfer is that effective date valid still. Coulda sworn I read something in the vacancy that base transfers could be effective earlier.
Yes. They basically have up to six months to activate you to your new domicile from the time of award. It could be quick, it could be on bid month number 6. If more than one person is making the transfer then it will go in seniority order. So, if you’re on the junior side plan on being one of the last to go.
Also, if you’re going from a base with high need in your fleet and seat and lots of vacancies (like IAH, EWR, SFO just as examples only) to a base with low need, plan on it being closer to the 6 month mark. If you get there earlier it’ll be a nice surprise. Better to be pleasantly surprised than disappointed.