Whats with the jackets?
09-24-2014 | 06:31 AM
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Did they tell them what to do with my pension?
09-24-2014 | 06:36 AM
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I am not sure how the hat is related to the fleece Sunvox. I haven't worn the hat in years and I wear the leather jacket in the winter time, I assure you that our customers treat me with the same respect that they treat you. My clothes are clean and pressed and my weight is in proportion to height. What study did ALPA do that determined we should be wearing hats? ALPA instructed me to not wear my hat when it specifically stated that I should in the FOM during the " hats on/hats off campaign", because of this practice, the company modified the policy to make it optional for a long period. The FOM states that the uniform hat must be worn with the uniform coat between October 15 and April 15. There is nothing in the FOM about wearing the hat when wearing the optional leather "jacket".
09-24-2014 | 06:37 AM
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We don't have a uniform policy. We have "guidelines."
The company has chosen NOT to engage on enforcement of the policy as they feel it would not promote unity and perhaps be a fight they can win, but the cost of winning would detract from solving more important problems. They are really hoping that good examples will rub off and we will police ourselves. And, really that's how it should be. I think we are big boys and girls who can take care of this on our own. If we want to be treated as professionals first we need to look like professionals. But, that's my opinion.
Jump seating or non revving with an over garment is a good idea. It minimizes people bugging you or disturbing you while off duty and makes for a more pleasurable travel experience.
But, Navy wings? really?? Haven't seen that one yet.
The company has chosen NOT to engage on enforcement of the policy as they feel it would not promote unity and perhaps be a fight they can win, but the cost of winning would detract from solving more important problems. They are really hoping that good examples will rub off and we will police ourselves. And, really that's how it should be. I think we are big boys and girls who can take care of this on our own. If we want to be treated as professionals first we need to look like professionals. But, that's my opinion.
Jump seating or non revving with an over garment is a good idea. It minimizes people bugging you or disturbing you while off duty and makes for a more pleasurable travel experience.
But, Navy wings? really?? Haven't seen that one yet.
I don't like Delta's uniform but I have to give their group and airline high marks.
Want to wear Northface? Quit and go to work for google.
BTW, I don't think a pilot uniform has to have a hat to make it look professional.
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09-24-2014 | 06:56 AM
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So you think that if you wear your monkey suit correctly the organ girder is going to pay you better? You've got a lot to learn skippy..
09-24-2014 | 07:21 AM
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I agree with the guy that said the industry is imitating a military style uniform to make the people feel better. The hat especially is overkill. We are not boat captains. When I'm commandeering a ship I'll make sure to wear a hat. In fact I think now at days even those guys don't wear hats. The only way the public will feel better is if the pilot looks professional and preferably his weight is proportionate to his height. Slapping on a hat on a slob won't make a difference.
09-24-2014 | 07:43 AM
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Been at Republic for 8 years... They have a lovely disciplinary style uniform policy. Those that don't wear the hat have rat's take pictures of them, send off to the CPO and next thing you know a letter is in your file. For those that have dressed per the uniform policy since I have been here have looked sharp but not one pay raise since... actually pay cuts with the cost of living increasing since then. So I gotta agree with Hoss here.
09-24-2014 | 07:43 AM
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From: Cal reserve..the gift that keeps on giving
You ain't seen nothin' yet! On October 15 you'll see a dozen different uniforms. Hats, no hats, jacket, leather jackets from UAL vendor with and without velcro wings, leather jackets from the Turkey made with varying leathers and grain, leather jackets from previous job that is "close enough," even old LUAL and LCAL uniforms, epaulettes and pant styles.
09-24-2014 | 08:23 AM
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09-24-2014 | 08:45 AM
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