This "title" is awarded by the RAA, based on what THEY (airline managers) think is important, I believe. In order to keep their member airlines happy I think they rotate the award amongst the regionals. It was simply Republic's turn.
Rick my Brother you and I dont see Eye To Eye on a ton of things but this I must say we find common Ground, Now if they could just do something for a Great Contract..
What? the company that stole flying from ExpressJet with lower paid pilots and has performed worse than ExpressJet with MX cancellations and on-time performance. I guess saving a buck and screwing over a really good pilot group is something to be proud of.
What?? How could this be? Sorry bud, our CEO didn't decide to go branded and compete either directly or indirectly with your MAIN codeshare partner. Maybe if your CEO looked at the history of past branded regionals he would have thought differently. I never wish the fate on any pilot for what happen with companies like Independance Air and I hope your branded airline has a better fate but please don't blame Republic.
On a side note: Do you guys use ACARS? Cause we don't on our 145s and that make a huge difference with on-time performance. Since we also operate 170/175s that have ACARS that may make a difference. So you guys may still be late but recorded as on time.