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01-17-2022, 01:41 PM

#41

FXLAX

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Originally Posted by USMCFDX

I think that is part of their Covid agreement.

Not really the same. That would be commuting on your own time at Delta but a guaranteed way to get to work. At FedEx that commute is a paid day and a guaranteed way to work.

And you accrue miles and status.

03-29-2022, 03:21 PM

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Originally Posted by USMCFDX

I think you’re mixing deadheading and commuting. DH is a paid day of work at Delta and FDX. Commuting is just getting to work. Delta offers positive space commuting which is a guaranteed seat but no pay. Correct me if I’m wrong, but this is very similar to booking an FDX jumpseat to Memphis. It’s a reserved seat but you aren’t paid.

03-31-2022, 05:31 AM

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Originally Posted by VanDriver

Sounds like FedEx should be my top priority, which is inline with my initial impressions. I’m thinking I will hold out on putting in apps for United and Delta until I meet the mins for FedEx, and then can submit all three apps at once. Thanks for all the comments.

Huge mistake if FedEx decides not to hire you. I would also keep in mind that we are 1 accident away from ending commuting as we know it today.

03-31-2022, 05:57 AM

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Originally Posted by sailingfun

I would also keep in mind that we are 1 accident away from ending commuting as we know it today.

What exactly do you mean by this?

03-31-2022, 06:19 AM

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What exactly do you mean by this?

I assume you did not follow events after the Colgan accident. We came very close to having commuting count toward rest and duty requirements. ALPA beat that off last time. If we have another accident where poor commuting choices are a factor they won’t win that issue again.

03-31-2022, 06:42 AM

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3397726]Huge mistake if FedEx decides not to hire you.

Yep I agree. I’ve since reevaluated and have DL and UA apps out, and will take the first offer I receive.

03-31-2022, 06:47 AM

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It makes no logical sense that we ignore commuting and its effects on fatigue.

but pilots have long embraced doublespeak in matters of scheduling and fatigue. We don’t actually want real improvement in such matters

03-31-2022, 06:54 AM

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Dal, Ual, Fdx. Small town commuter

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03-31-2022, 06:54 AM

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Originally Posted by VanDriver

Yep I agree. I’ve since reevaluated and have DL and UA apps out, and will take the first offer I receive.

That is the smart choice with the high volume of current hiring. Nothing prevents you from leaving for FedEx from Delta or United. Delta is also adding a SLC training facility. Not having to go to ATL is a plus.