Originally Posted by
gtechpilot
As a furloughed ASA pilot, winglets' line of reasoning doesn't seem that far off. I don't see him bashing anyone or posting anything that is not factual. Republic has multiple holding companies, but they are all Republic pilots (same for Mesa, however long that lasts).
I also agree that the whipsaw game is being played, although fairly mildly. During contract negotiations when SKW Inc bought ASA, Delta had originally designated -900s for ASA to fly. The ASA MEC at the time wanted certain provisions in the contract and JA threatened to transfer the -900s to SKW if the union didn't give in. The union called his 'bluff'.
More recently, PBS was pushed by management very hard last year. We were told over and over that we needed to agree to it and soon or there would be no growth. Very shortly after talks seemed to 'break down' this summer, the company furloughed.
I have the feeling that most ASA pilots see this. A lot of Skywest pilots see it too. But I have a gut feeling that the ones that come on here and say that the separate lists don't matter, probably do know it, but they feel they are benefiting. <---- they will be the first to come on here and complain if they start getting screwed.
Originally Posted by
gtech88
You sound entitled and it doesn't come across well. Again, I understand your frustration but what more do you want from SkyWest? We are not hiring right now. You are in the pool. When the time comes you will get first crack before any other pilot on the street. (Except the two groups I mentioned before.) You will be given a shot before pilots who in all probability have thousands more hours than you. Good Luck!
ASA pilots should not be in the pool. At the very least they should be brought on for any growth or attrition and they should maintain their longevity pay too. Seniority should also be protected too.