AWAC lost the midwest flying on their own turf. There may have been extenuating circumstances but I think the pilot group really needed that flying. I think this occurence disqualifies them from from being near the top.

XJT gets the award for keeping the Koolaid flowing even with a potentially grim future.

Skywest is managing to become more like Mesa everyday. Still has a great contract, but also still paying $19/hr!?!?! Pilots haven't gotten a real raise in years despite the company's profitability. Again, the koolaid floweth and in actuality its still one of the best.

I think Horizon is the only airline on the list that deserves any recognition