(saying this as a friend)

You need to relax a little. This process has just started. I don't know why DAL has not recognized the poolies. But I also don't know why NWA didn't stick up for you all during the merger (perhaps theres much I don't know here, that happens alot. haha)

Right now, DAL is looking at applications and selecting from the best they have. That is their right and any company would do it. Give it time. If you are as clean and experienced as you say you are, you most likely will get a call.

My best advice, be hopeful, yet prepared for the worst.