Will there by any advantage given to the acquiring airline's pilots? Without 9E taking on massive debt, none of this would be possible.

If I was on the receiving end of a purchase, I would only expect to fly a leg every now and then when I was fortunate enough to swing gear for the acquiring airlines captains.......and be happy to have a job.

Let's keep this in perspective everyone, and take a step back from any selfish desires you may have.