Fleet basing post merger
01-30-2014, 10:06 AM
#231
Meh...
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You got it. The fAA people have a real awakening coming.
Especially the pilots. The fAA pilots (and other labor groups) were so desperate to get rid of Horton, they have no idea what they just got themselves into.
I'm sure the fAA people will quickly catch on to the "aw shucks" act and have some buyer's remorse.
Although, to Parker's credit: he makes money, gets good margins, and can sweet talk investors into giving us money at good rates. All good traits to have in a chief executive.
Especially the pilots. The fAA pilots (and other labor groups) were so desperate to get rid of Horton, they have no idea what they just got themselves into.
I'm sure the fAA people will quickly catch on to the "aw shucks" act and have some buyer's remorse.
Although, to Parker's credit: he makes money, gets good margins, and can sweet talk investors into giving us money at good rates. All good traits to have in a chief executive.
Originally Posted by R57 relay
Yeah, I'm not holding my breath.
I was halfway listening to the analyst conference call and thought I caught Kirby say that they would be reconfiguring the AA aircraft. I'm assuming it's for more people, waiting for the transcript.
With the US merger our A321s went from 169(24 first and a coat closet) to 187 now. The A330 used to be a comfortable airplane even in coach, now it's miserable towards the tail.
Our FF's were p.o.ed. A lot left. The company did figure out the cut too much and added back. I hope they realize that they have to keep the high dollar guys happy this time.
I was halfway listening to the analyst conference call and thought I caught Kirby say that they would be reconfiguring the AA aircraft. I'm assuming it's for more people, waiting for the transcript.
With the US merger our A321s went from 169(24 first and a coat closet) to 187 now. The A330 used to be a comfortable airplane even in coach, now it's miserable towards the tail.
Our FF's were p.o.ed. A lot left. The company did figure out the cut too much and added back. I hope they realize that they have to keep the high dollar guys happy this time.
01-30-2014, 10:26 AM
#232
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Originally Posted by 757HI
You got it. The fAA people have a real awakening coming.
Especially the pilots. The fAA pilots (and other labor groups) were so desperate to get rid of Horton, they have no idea what they just got themselves into.
Especially the pilots. The fAA pilots (and other labor groups) were so desperate to get rid of Horton, they have no idea what they just got themselves into.
Originally Posted by 757HI
Although, to Parker's credit: he makes money, gets good margins, and can sweet talk investors into giving us money at good rates. All good traits to have in a chief executive.
01-30-2014, 10:42 AM
#233
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Originally Posted by 757HI
No kidding, but don't hold your breath.
The Parker worshipers I fly with seem to think he will suddenly change his spots and step up the level of service.
Common assumptions are-better layover hotels, better crew meals, better service for passengers at all levels of customer interface.
I say: Bunk.
Parker runs an airline cheaper than an airline pilot buying clothes!
His management team is so cheap, they frequently cost money trying to stretch a penny into copper wire.
Time will tell which route Parker chooses.
The Parker worshipers I fly with seem to think he will suddenly change his spots and step up the level of service.
Common assumptions are-better layover hotels, better crew meals, better service for passengers at all levels of customer interface.
I say: Bunk.
Parker runs an airline cheaper than an airline pilot buying clothes!
His management team is so cheap, they frequently cost money trying to stretch a penny into copper wire.
Time will tell which route Parker chooses.
Here's to hoping we are shocked I say, utterly shocked.
01-30-2014, 10:44 AM
#234
Meh...
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I didn't want to make the Crandall/Parker reference, as I do not have direct Crandall experience, but I think it fits.
The only difference between the two is that while Parker is a tough-as-nails negotiator (not just with labor either, he never pays retail!!) like Crandall was, he does it with a smile.
The only difference between the two is that while Parker is a tough-as-nails negotiator (not just with labor either, he never pays retail!!) like Crandall was, he does it with a smile.
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