Airline Pilot Central Forums - Any "Latest & Greatest" about Delta?

It is hard to compare apples to apples due to the variance between what some operators consider direct operating costs and what is not included. ALPA is running the numbers and there is no real reason why they would have to be kept secret since all they are is an evaluation of public data. Hopefully the powers that be will agree to release parts of the evaluation. Given the quality of communications from C44 Reps and the MEC in general lately, we can be hopeful this stuff will get disseminated (and if they don't I'll do the numbers again in a couple of months when things slow down).

The numbers I ran (which are now out of date) indicated every DC9 replaced by an E175 saved the Company about $9 million yearly (if I remember correctly). The MD88 had similar (but slightly higher) CASM, but higher trip costs.

The truly expensive airplanes were the DC9's, 747's and then the MD88's. Frankly, I am surprised the 747's are still around, but, we apparently have no way to replace its capabilities. The 777 apparently can't carry the cargo and it is expensive. The 747-800 is too, despite its better efficiency.

My semi educated guess is that our alliance partners will make the big investments (with government help) to buy the super jumbo jets. Our regional partners will continue to buy the small jets and we'll be in the middle with 737 to 767 type operations being the zone for Delta airlines.

Seems that way doesn't it?

AF is the one with the cash.

Elvis90

06-16-2011 04:23 PM

Businesses like Delta

Delta named No. 1 in six Executive Travel awards
June 16, 2011

The readers of Executive Travel magazine have chosen Delta as the leading U.S. carrier in six categories for the publication’s 2011 Leading Edge awards.

For U.S. airlines, Delta was named Best Airport Lounge; Best Business-Class Service; Best First-Class Service; Best Flight Experience to Mexico; and Best Flight Experience to Central/South. Also, Delta Private Jets was named Best Private Jet Service.

“These awards show that the $2 billion investment that we have made to improve the travel experience for our customers is really making a difference,” said Tim Mapes, s.v.p.-Marketing. “From aircraft, to airports, to technology at your fingertips, Delta is investing significantly to ensure our customers have an excellent experience with Delta.”

To determine the awards, Executive Travel magazine polled its readers for their experiences between Feb. 21 and April 3.

“Delivering excellence is certainly a tall order in the travel world, with its diverse, demanding customers and unpredictable market conditions,” Executive Travel magazine said. “The past year has seen business travelers get back on the road. That’s welcome news for the industry, even though operating costs have been negatively impacted by increased fuel prices. But many companies still managed to provide stellar products to business travelers.”

Jack Bauer

06-16-2011 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by forgot to bid (Post 1009299)

So word from the [redacted] I spoke with Delta nixed iPads for crews.

$1500 for domestic jepp kit vs $700/2 years for iPad. iPad could tie into wifi to give enroute weather if [redacted] said we'd do it right but it's class I and good to go with FAA, if we'd ask.

But word from up top, no iPads.

According to [redacted].

Funny how bean counters from differerent airlines come up with different numbers. So far we have Alaska and American who say it makes total sense moving to ipad. Delta: "Nope we like paper". Hmmm

American Airlines to save $1.2 million shifting paper flight charts to iPad

AppleInsider | American Airlines to save $1.2 million shifting paper flight charts to iPad

Justdoinmyjob

06-16-2011 04:38 PM

What I heard was that it made total sense to go to the i-pad, to the point that they could do a trade in/new one every year, pre loaded and still save money. However, there would be a perception within the non union ranks that the pilots were getting a good deal and apparently some in upper management have a problem with that, so the word is, "No i-pads."

They would rather waste money than be seen giving the pilots a deal.

buzzpat

06-16-2011 04:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Justdoinmyjob (Post 1009466)

Sad....but, that being said, give me the SWA 737 pay rate and I'll buy my owned damned Ipad.

Elvis90

06-16-2011 04:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Justdoinmyjob (Post 1009466)

I bet as all the other airlines show "savings" in this era of saving every dime, then the company will reverse it's position. Seriously, switching just makes sense...holding out until you're the last one shows a resistance to change, to process improvement, and especially to a commitment to information technology.

whaledriver1

06-16-2011 05:11 PM

reserve short call question

Just have a short call question - I've looked all over the PWA with no luck, would anyone happen to know how to find the reserve availability period times for a pilot on short call? I am new to the DAL reserve system and have short call from 1900Jun16 - 1900Jun17... I am assuming one can't be available 24 hours straight with no rest, right? Any guidance would be greatly appreciated. thx

acl65pilot

06-16-2011 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by whaledriver1 (Post 1009477)

First they are recommended only and do not really have to follow them.

They are on the Pilot Resources and Scheduling page. Left side about half of the way down. Listed by month, then by category.

There are currently no limits on "Flag Dispatched flights" wrt to SC. See SC is not duty for Flag Operated flights because the Whitlow letter only discusses domestic operations, and only limits Domestic Dispatched flights, not Flag Dispatched flights. So yes, your SC is legal, and yes, they can call you at 1700 on the 17th for a 13 day Asia trip, and as long as you have days available, you are legal to go.

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