Keep an eye on Republic. They have a HUGE mess on their hands. It's going to be a nightmare merging those groups. Why do you think Delta wanted to get an agreement between pilot groups BEFORE acquiring Northwest?

Ask US Air and America West pilots what they think of each other. It's downright hostile at times.

Fact is, it's entirely up to Skywest Inc. what they want to do. No one is getting screwed because Skywest Airlines and ASA were two different companies from the start. They may merge someday in a more merge-friendly environment. It just doesn't make any business sense right now. Both companies are in good standing as they sit. It would be a bold decision to shake things up when they're this stable.