That is true! Upon giving it a second thought to this rumor, maybe it is not so far fetched after all. 9E and Mesaba might make a good combo. Both have extensive experience working NWA routes and now Pinnacle has DAL CRJ9 contract. Plus, both 9E and Mesaba has a core of lifers. Merging the seniority numbers might be the tricky part.

Whenever I jumpseat on Pinnacle, Pinnacle pilots have been courteous and good to me. I try to accomodate all Pinnacle pilots on our aircraft with the same courtesy. We just need to improve our work rules and pay for both Pinnacle and Mesaba. Both pilots need to stand together if the combo does occur. Maybe the flowthru will go along with the purchase.