Originally Posted by
B757200ER
So, bankrupt DL recalls almost ALL pilots since 9-11; AA hasn't recalled a SINGLE pilot since 9-11. What a bunch of losers.
Well DAL lost a bunch of pilots to pre-age 60 retirement. They were eligible to take a lump sum or defined benefit pension. With CH.11 looming the vast majority of those who raeched eligibility retired on the day they became eligible and took the lump sum. Probably the smart thing to do...