Pilots never cease to amaze me...asking the same questions over and over again..

To be fair the questions may have been submitted before others were answered. It’s typically a moderator’s job to filter redundant questions. At least no one asked if they have to do distance learning while on furlough/EIL.

So what was the summary?

They will have to crunch the numbers after the bids close. When they determine the amount of payroll saved, then they can calculate the number of furloughs. System bid must open by the 20th, so I’d expect information very shortly. We have 9 planes in the desert now. If I heard them correctly, they are taking more out there. I think he said a total of 30, but my phone kinda broke up when he said it. They will continue to evaluate and adjust as necessary. Still expecting somewhat regular flying by next summer. It was asked repeatedly if there is a number of furloughs mitigated depending on EIL/VIL participation. Not really. It’s a total amount of payroll $ saved that will determine the furlough number. Seemed doubtful to me that even with 100% participation that furloughs would be 0. Very noncommittal on that point though. That was about it

think he said 3 more not 30.

I like 3 better than 30! Thanks for clarifying that. I was hoping to have gotten it wrong

Yes 3 not 30.