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Old 08-13-2014, 01:44 PM
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Originally Posted by CornFlake
What about picking stuff up on days off or being able to get a high time line?

You're asking a lot of questions that have been addressed in the thread. You really need to take 10 minutes and skim through it. But, basically we don’t have schedules. We have assignments issued monthly. And they are all pretty much the same. Saturday and Tuesday off. We bid via a pbs, but it’s a sham. The company plugs you in however they want, and it is never to your request or benefit.

You can't drop, and you can't switch, swap or whatever. PTO is a joke; Disapproved always. I understand your regional plight. But, it is most likely the quality of life you have now, is better than here.
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Old 08-13-2014, 02:23 PM
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Originally Posted by CornFlake
Thank You for all that info. Do you know by any chance if new hires are given a choice of the aircraft? Also, where is the training conducted?
The decision made to move someone into the AB appears to be completely arbitrary and no one knows the rationale. They have also, as of today, changed training pay to min guarantee for everyone in the pipeline, per the chief pilot.
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Old 08-13-2014, 02:56 PM
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Originally Posted by Vegaspilot
Normally all classes have been for the 80. Although 3 from last Augusts class got Airbus about a week in because no other FOs bid it. I have heard the next class will be both Airbus and 80. Rumor is they don't want double training costs so they may not let current FOs transition. If that's true, it's just one more example on a long list of many why we need a contract.

Training is in Las Vegas. Although some get sent to MIA for sim and I believe the bulk of the Bus training is also in MIA. For IOE you can be sent to whatever base has a check airman available.
Current class has 4 AB slots being awarded to NHs. All AB training will be in Vegas from this point forward.
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Old 08-13-2014, 06:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Thunderpig
The decision made to move someone into the AB appears to be completely arbitrary and no one knows the rationale. They have also, as of today, changed training pay to min guarantee for everyone in the pipeline, per the chief pilot.
One training event instead of two training events by doing this. It saves money and training/sim time. The shareholders will get an extra 50 cents a share and a little extra in the Christmas dividend payment.

We will most certainly get a "thank you" buried in an email that describes our massive profits, crew productivity, plans for the future of engine reliability, and core values. If we really play our cards right, we might even get a, "build your own ornament for the corporate Christmas tree" kit sent to our bases in December so we can help decorate the corporate Christmas tree. I know I can't wait.
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Old 08-13-2014, 07:24 PM
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Originally Posted by Thunderpig
They have also, as of today, changed training pay to min guarantee for everyone in the pipeline, per the chief pilot.
Oh, well that changes *everything*!!!




Disclaimer: I'm kidding. It doesn't. And please don't come here (until we get a contract).
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Old 08-14-2014, 06:41 AM
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Originally Posted by The Ocho Libre
One training event instead of two training events by doing this. It saves money and training/sim time. The shareholders will get an extra 50 cents a share and a little extra in the Christmas dividend payment.

We will most certainly get a "thank you" buried in an email that describes our massive profits, crew productivity, plans for the future of engine reliability, and core values. If we really play our cards right, we might even get a, "build your own ornament for the corporate Christmas tree" kit sent to our bases in December so we can help decorate the corporate Christmas tree. I know I can't wait.
That will never work.. they won't know where to mail the ornament kits to for you to meet up in time for christmas.
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Old 08-14-2014, 07:13 AM
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Originally Posted by CornFlake
What about picking stuff up on days off or being able to get a high time line?
To address your questions including above:

Consider this to be NOT a commutable job. You have travel benefits, but considering your schedule... Basically, moving to Florida is pretty much your option, after a few years you can probably hold a line on the West Coast.

The union has officially put out that it highly frowns upon picking up OT (the company calls it "mission mode,") not til we get a contact
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Old 08-14-2014, 07:44 AM
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Originally Posted by CornFlake
I live in Florida and looking for a job that closer to home rather then 4h commute in day before and come back day after a trip. Anyone that can provide more specific answers and some inside would be greatly appreciated.
Please consider Spirit instead. Your family will thank you.
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Old 08-14-2014, 08:48 AM
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And for those new hires that got airbus; you would be wise to consider Spirit or the like. Spirit is now working on their second contract. They probably wont strike for the gains that will be had on top of their current contract. We will.
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Old 08-15-2014, 06:10 PM
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What is the fleet breakdown at IWA?
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