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bonesbrigade 08-24-2013 02:45 PM


Originally Posted by gvinflight (Post 1467294)
I know! Which is what surprised me about this call. Skywest has been the leading airline for United and Delta and now I'm certain they are the leading for Airways and American. But, at the same time, this does not come as a surprise, especially with the way Delta has been "trimming the fat" at other such as Endevour, or Pinnacle (whatever their name is), and equally how AA has done with Eagle. I don't know, its all numbers and speculation. But who knows.

What do you mean "whatever their name is"? You know exactly what our name is girbronie... it's Endeavor. You only said it your way to be an a-whole.

yimke 08-24-2013 02:59 PM


Originally Posted by bonesbrigade (Post 1469469)
What do you mean "whatever their name is"? You know exactly what our name is girbronie... it's Endeavor. You only said it your way to be an a-whole.

If you haven't figured it out yet.. NO ONE CARES!! We are too busy dealing with the problems created because of the 85%.

Nevets 08-24-2013 03:12 PM


Originally Posted by berge7f9 (Post 1467290)

Originally Posted by gvinflight (Post 1467280)
I just heard something similar...that SkyWest was approaching the pilot group to reduce pay to increase profitability. If this is true, then it must be XJT draining the SkyWest bank account, and eventually, only one will survive...Who knows though...It's anyone's guess and definitely the stronger CEO's desire more money...

There's absolutely no reason for SkyWest pilots to take any cuts because the overwhelming majority of Inc's 2nd quarter profit is from SkyWest Airlines. They have also been cost effective to receive new flying such as the E175s for United.

Not only should you not take any cuts, you should get industry leading compensation and work rules because of the reasons you mentioned and more. No excuses or rationalizations for anything less!


Originally Posted by gvinflight (Post 1467347)
Im sure it would be a concession. After all, XJT is union and SKW is not. XJT wouldnt want that anyways, because the union is there after all, to protect the pilots. SKW has all the power and all the control. They theoretically, are the fat kid with the magnifying glass over the ant hill...When I was there though, it was a great experience and a great company to work for and with. They always seemed to want to help you, but the longer you were there, the more they took advantage.

It's a concession. But I'm sure the union would agree to current Skywest compensation and work rules if the merged all three pilot groups. But guess who is against that.

cws1028 08-27-2013 09:31 AM

Just got an E-Mail that the September 9th class is gong CRJ and class will be in Atlanta.

flysooner9 08-27-2013 09:49 AM


Originally Posted by bonesbrigade (Post 1469469)
What do you mean "whatever their name is"? You know exactly what our name is girbronie... it's Endeavor. You only said it your way to be an a-whole.

Saw your massive new sticker logo thing on one of your Mesaba 900's. looked sort of tacky.

RJ Pilot 08-27-2013 10:27 AM


Originally Posted by flysooner9 (Post 1471224)
Saw your massive new sticker logo thing on one of your Mesaba 900's. looked sort of tacky.

At least they have some Name and a plan. What AE got?

gvinflight 08-27-2013 01:14 PM

Easy with the situation fellas! We are all pilots here...whats the plan ahead? Get to a major! I don't wish cuts on anyone. And I surely don't wish any decline of any of my brethren pilots. Some of us are out of work, and others are gainfully employed at regionals and majors just the same. We must all work together and support one another. I have not tried to insult anyone pilot or airline, and my apologies if I have. Support is what we need, and we must all support one another.

chopperleo 08-27-2013 01:49 PM


Originally Posted by gvinflight (Post 1471397)
Easy with the situation fellas! We are all pilots here...whats the plan ahead? Get to a major! I don't wish cuts on anyone. And I surely don't wish any decline of any of my brethren pilots. Some of us are out of work, and others are gainfully employed at regionals and majors just the same. We must all work together and support one another. I have not tried to insult anyone pilot or airline, and my apologies if I have. Support is what we need, and we must all support one another.

I'll go with that. Well said!

mpilot153 09-03-2013 08:49 AM

Can some one give an example of typical reserve schedules at express jet? I'm mainly looking to figure out how many times per month I would have to commute back and forth per month.

sixfootglass 09-03-2013 09:34 AM


Originally Posted by mpilot153 (Post 1475784)
Can some one give an example of typical reserve schedules at express jet? I'm mainly looking to figure out how many times per month I would have to commute back and forth per month.

This is for the ERJ side: 11 or 12 days off per month depending on whether the month has 30 or 31 days. 4 or 5 days on followed by 2 or 3 off is typical. The most they will build is 5 on, but I usually try to trade into blocks of 6 on to avoid going back and forth too many times.

AtlCSIP 09-03-2013 02:35 PM


Originally Posted by mpilot153 (Post 1475784)
Can some one give an example of typical reserve schedules at express jet? I'm mainly looking to figure out how many times per month I would have to commute back and forth per month.

There isn't really a 'typical' reserve schedule, at least on the CRJ side. You should be able to bid to commute 4x per month. Depending on the reserve period you get, you could get lucky and commute in on your first day instead of the night before. Going home will always be a crap shoot.

Captain Tony 09-04-2013 04:04 AM

We got an email yesterday from the union:


A potential contract violation was discovered during a recent review of ExpressJet CRJ health insurance data. You should be aware that our contract limits the percentage of health and dental premiums that a pilot is responsible for to 30%. Section 28.A.3. reads:

“A pilot will not be required to contribute more than thirty percent (30%) of the cost of coverage under the Group Medical plan and/or Group Dental Plan.”
A review of the 2013 PPO premiums shows that the pilots are paying 36% of the total monthly premiums. By our estimates, the pilots on the PPO plan are being required to overpay their monthly premiums by the following amounts:

SINGLE - $20.94/month
2-PARTY - $49.88/month
FAMILY - $62.69/month

Based on the current number of pilots enrolled in these plans, it appears the Company will have overcharged the pilots in the PPO $559,810 by year’s end. Perhaps what is most disappointing is the PPO monthly premiums actually went down from 2012 to 2013, but The Company assumed those savings and increased the pilots’ monthly premiums as well. The MEC is preparing a group grievance on the pilots’ behalf.
Wow. Just wow. The company knowingly STOLE from us. If they didn't realize they were overcharging us last year when the new premiums came out, they're criminally incompetent. They knew it, they just figured we wouldn't notice. and our inept union almost let them get away with it too, not bothering to do an audit for 11 months. At least we know how they paid for Brads raise now.

Take heed anyone considering coming here. This is how they treat us. This is how little they value their employees. Stay far, far away from this sinking ship.

mxaexm 09-04-2013 07:00 PM

I'm looking for some most recent interview gouges.

How much time does it take to receive a phone call to schedule an interview?

StopTheWhipsaw 09-04-2013 08:26 PM


Originally Posted by Captain Tony (Post 1476444)

Take heed anyone considering coming here. This is how they treat us. This is how little they value their employees. Stay far, far away from this sinking ship.

PSA is about to take it too if we don't stand up and let these guys know we all will stand up to prevent the bar from being lowered farther.

Please show your support for PSA pilots in their upcoming vote on their concessionary contract. The TA bullet points are posted at www.stopthewhipsaw.com

They need to know this is not the time to lower the bar in this industry. We are not interns.

makersmarc 09-05-2013 06:25 AM


Originally Posted by mxaexm (Post 1477349)
I'm looking for some most recent interview gouges.

How much time does it take to receive a phone call to schedule an interview?

In my case it was maybe ten minutes from the time I clicked on ExpressJet on Airline Apps to when I got the call. I think it depends on whether or not they are trying to fill a class.

JoeMerchant 09-05-2013 07:54 AM


Originally Posted by StopTheWhipsaw (Post 1477425)
PSA is about to take it too if we don't stand up and let these guys know we all will stand up to prevent the bar from being lowered farther.

Please show your support for PSA pilots in their upcoming vote on their concessionary contract. The TA bullet points are posted at www.stopthewhipsaw.com

They need to know this is not the time to lower the bar in this industry. We are not interns.

StopTheWhipsaw....I've been told you are a Pinnacle/Endeavor Capt...Is that true?

Squawk87 09-05-2013 11:18 AM


Originally Posted by JoeMerchant (Post 1477698)
StopTheWhipsaw....I've been told you are a Pinnacle/Endeavor Capt...Is that true?

Does it matter? I think he is eagle captain... But even if he is Endeavor CA what difference does it makes? Mistakes has been made in the past! now is the time to make sure no further mistakes are made in the present/future! And the only way to do it is by uniting ALL of the regional pilots. That's the only way to stop the race!

Ultralight 09-05-2013 11:39 AM


Originally Posted by JoeMerchant (Post 1477698)
StopTheWhipsaw....I've been told you are a Pinnacle/Endeavor Capt...Is that true?

Even if he was, not everybody voted "yes" at Pinnacle

cws1028 09-05-2013 11:55 AM

I'm supposed to go to Atlanta on Monday for training and haven't gotten anything yet except for my flights out there yesterday. Is this normal?

motormadness 09-05-2013 11:56 AM


Originally Posted by cws1028 (Post 1477865)
I'm supposed to go to Atlanta on Monday for training and haven't gotten anything yet except for my flights out there yesterday. Is this normal?

Same here except IAH for me.

Squawk87 09-05-2013 12:05 PM


Originally Posted by cws1028 (Post 1477865)
I'm supposed to go to Atlanta on Monday for training and haven't gotten anything yet except for my flights out there yesterday. Is this normal?

If you don't get anything by noon tomorrow, try calling your recruiter. Sometimes they misspell the email address, maybe that's the reason you haven't received the "welcome" email yet.

P.S

Welcome to ExpressJet :)

MoarAlpha 09-05-2013 01:29 PM


Originally Posted by cws1028 (Post 1477865)
I'm supposed to go to Atlanta on Monday for training and haven't gotten anything yet except for my flights out there yesterday. Is this normal?

Call them. Nobody will fault you for 'annoying them' to be sure everything is correct.

cws1028 09-05-2013 01:43 PM


Originally Posted by MoarAlpha:1477947

Originally Posted by cws1028 (Post 1477865)
I'm supposed to go to Atlanta on Monday for training and haven't gotten anything yet except for my flights out there yesterday. Is this normal?

Call them. Nobody will fault you for 'annoying them' to be sure everything is correct.

I emailed DC today. I guess I'll call tomorrow if I still haven't heard back. He told me earlier this week the email would be coming yesterday or today, but nothing yet.

Hurryage65 09-05-2013 07:47 PM


Originally Posted by cws1028 (Post 1477957)
I emailed DC today. I guess I'll call tomorrow if I still haven't heard back. He told me earlier this week the email would be coming yesterday or today, but nothing yet.

How many in your crj class?

cws1028 09-06-2013 05:48 AM


Originally Posted by Hurryage65 (Post 1478283)
How many in your crj class?

Just got the E-Mail. Looks like it went to 12 of us.

AtlCSIP 09-06-2013 07:07 AM


Originally Posted by cws1028 (Post 1478450)
Just got the E-Mail. Looks like it went to 12 of us.

Welcome! Glad to have you.

AnchorDown 09-06-2013 10:04 AM


Originally Posted by cws1028 (Post 1478450)
Just got the E-Mail. Looks like it went to 12 of us.

Congrats! We need you!

AnchorDown

New Guy 007 09-06-2013 05:08 PM


Originally Posted by cws1028 (Post 1477865)
I'm supposed to go to Atlanta on Monday for training and haven't gotten anything yet except for my flights out there yesterday. Is this normal?

Hi cws 1028, any chance you can take a minute or two to share any info about the tests you have to take at the interview. What books should I read, ATP stuff, or something more? Thanks!

cws1028 09-06-2013 08:45 PM


Originally Posted by New Guy 007 (Post 1478971)
Hi cws 1028, any chance you can take a minute or two to share any info about the tests you have to take at the interview. What books should I read, ATP stuff, or something more? Thanks!

Everything Explained for the Professional Pilot and Turbine Pilots Manual did a pretty good job. I got Aerodynamics for naval aviators, but that one will put you to sleep pretty fast. Don't study too much ATP stuff, its a different type of questions.

Google "Delta Sheppard Air" too and look at the PDF that comes up. That handout is great!

Pilotandrew 09-08-2013 05:44 PM


Originally Posted by cws1028 (Post 1479127)
Everything Explained for the Professional Pilot and Turbine Pilots Manual did a pretty good job. I got Aerodynamics for naval aviators, but that one will put you to sleep pretty fast. Don't study too much ATP stuff, its a different type of questions.

Google "Delta Sheppard Air" too and look at the PDF that comes up. That handout is great!

If you go to Will Fly For Food, and look under the Delta interviews, I think page 9 or so has a list of questions from the technical test along with a bunch of quick conversion tips for the written test, that is the hardest part of the interview.

gvinflight 09-10-2013 05:55 PM

Still torn. XJT or TSA? Any word on upgrading at xjt? What does reserve look like for new hires? Thanks for the help all.

Thunderpig 09-10-2013 06:11 PM


Originally Posted by gvinflight (Post 1481595)
Still torn. XJT or TSA? Any word on upgrading at xjt? What does reserve look like for new hires? Thanks for the help all.

If you have the mins and TSA doesn't do the hire, hire hire...then furlough (I've been warned), then the upgrade theoretically would be quicker at TSA if not for the 1000 hrs of 121 required in addition to their company mins (all intel from other guys). You would hold a line quicker at TSA from everything I have seen (smaller company, typically shorter staffed from what I have been told) than XJT.

nkm06 09-10-2013 06:40 PM


Originally Posted by gvinflight (Post 1481595)
Still torn. XJT or TSA? Any word on upgrading at xjt? What does reserve look like for new hires? Thanks for the help all.

I thought u were more interested in Silver. According to previous classes management told them they would upgrade in 3 months, so I think Silver is the better choice ;)!

JohnnyG 09-10-2013 06:43 PM


Originally Posted by nkm06 (Post 1481625)
i thought u were more interested in silver. According to previous classes management told them they would upgrade in 3 months, so i think silver is the better choice ;)!


bwahahahahahahaha!

RunwayOneSix 09-10-2013 06:45 PM


Originally Posted by nkm06 (Post 1481625)
I thought u were more interested in Silver. According to previous classes management told them they would upgrade in 3 months, so I think Silver is the better choice ;)!

I see what you did there :rolleyes:

DaCat1989 09-12-2013 10:11 PM

I would love to work for ExpressJet but I'm still far from 1500. But they're hiring at 1000 with a bachelor's.

I'm currently at 890tt, 160 amel, 330xc, 110 turbine
...with a bachelor's in aviation.

Also i completed my ground and flight training under 141.


What are my chances of being offered an interview?

Scooter2525 09-12-2013 11:39 PM


Originally Posted by DaCat1989 (Post 1483225)
I would love to work for ExpressJet but I'm still far from 1500. But they're hiring at 1000 with a bachelor's.

I'm currently at 890tt, 160 amel, 330xc, 110 turbine
...with a bachelor's in aviation.

Also i completed my ground and flight training under 141.


What are my chances of being offered an interview?

Zero if you don't apply.

Hurryage65 09-13-2013 06:21 AM

Is there an October crj class?

StopTheWhipsaw 09-13-2013 06:40 AM


Originally Posted by gvinflight (Post 1481595)
Still torn. XJT or TSA? Any word on upgrading at xjt? What does reserve look like for new hires? Thanks for the help all.

I think you may be asking the wrong question. Upgrade is great but can change on a dime. So pick the better company overall.

BaronRouge380 09-13-2013 06:40 AM


Originally Posted by DaCat1989 (Post 1483225)
I would love to work for ExpressJet but I'm still far from 1500. But they're hiring at 1000 with a bachelor's.

I'm currently at 890tt, 160 amel, 330xc, 110 turbine
...with a bachelor's in aviation.

Also i completed my ground and flight training under 141.


What are my chances of being offered an interview?

But the Bachelor has to be in some kind of aviation major to qualify for the reduced mins (restricted ATP). Someone with a master's degree in Electrical Engineering can't apply until 1500. How logical is that?


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