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Old 12-26-2010 | 09:17 AM
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Carl Spackler
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Originally Posted by Roadie85
Someone makes 255 hrs for Dec. The way I see it, that is two pilot positions that other pilots could have upgraded to. We shoot ourselves in the foot by chasing the almighty dollar. I for one don't think it's great. I think Dal should staff the airline with the required staff. More upgrades and a better run airline.
I disagree. Having been furloughed 5 times in my career, I still remember how awful it feels. As long as people aren't on furlough, guys should fly and work the system as much as THEY want. The company shouldn't hire until the operation is nearly ready to burst. That method is the best way to ensure that we hire just what we need, and avoid putting an airman through the sickening process of furlough.

Carl