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#1861
Gets Weekends Off
Joined APC: Jul 2017
Posts: 1,398
#1863
If they have (referring to Legacy) then good for them since there probably was some deep dive scrutiny going on. It’s a matter of what is good for the company longevity wise is just a guess and I have no substantiated input. Just ran into a former legacy cat hired by us during my Korea layover. He was all too happy to be back and that was the kicker. He was a recent hire at the legacy but had been with us prior to the debacle. Must have done well during his return interview and firmly declared he wasn’t departing the fix anytime soon and I am sure if he did, it would be for another box carrier which I would bet $ on. He mentioned, it was a great sigh of relief for him and his family. Definitely a plus as he was fully aware of our operation having that first hand experience. Just flew with a couple of Compass/Trans State folks on OE and one retired Navy P-3 driver, talk about perfect timing based on current events. I must say they were very sharp!!! Great guys with great attitudes.
OE Captains mentioned we are slam packed for awhile so grab a landing if/when you can. My pattern changed several times to accommodate OE.
OE Captains mentioned we are slam packed for awhile so grab a landing if/when you can. My pattern changed several times to accommodate OE.
#1864
Line Holder
Joined APC: Feb 2020
Posts: 45
I hate to say it but on a crew call I believe the CEO said they won't be taking any furloughed legacy pilots. No reason to spend the resources to train someone if they're going to be running back once recalled. I hope I heard him wrong but it does make sense from a strictly business standpoint. As long as there's regional and 135 pilots filling up classes why take someone you know won't be sticking around?
#1865
Nothing against Legacy as having some well experienced folks is a plus for sure - bar international know-how unless having that experience from elsewhere and even then it’s not a ‘cookie cutter‘ always the same destinations every month. We all started somehow/somewhere and you catch on quickly and we are happy to have you.
The point is what happened to UPS after 9/11 - and when they were recalled hurt a little bit, but if both use each other that’s a gain as well.
Last edited by C17B74; 07-28-2020 at 07:33 PM.
#1866
Most people are thankful and happy to have a job right now, and there are a lot of people who have been here for 20+ years happily. No one is going to be hiring for a long time. The few constant complainers aren’t representative of 2000+ pilots.
#1867
*My take overall: This place could be the best place in the world hands down, it’s just lacking a few key items.
(If you’re made for long haul/don’t require a terminal Latte Grande and are not adverse to change, etc. it works well)
Last edited by C17B74; 07-28-2020 at 08:29 PM.
#1868
Wholeheartedly agree, I truly want everyone to be where they want to be. If your a complainer with us I definitely want you to be somewhere else. Not turning a blind eye as we have some issues but who doesn’t, especially now. Nothing like listening to one on a long haul flight which makes it toxic I think the word was. We should definitely go forth and conquer realistically and support measures to ensure/promote a great work environment, but whining isn’t one of them. Stand strong, stand proud but have a good time for Pete’s sake. Only time I wish I was Pete! That’s a good segue to pile on - have at it.
#1870
I will buy you and the new folks a beverage of your choice once this lock down blows over. I have stayed away from HKG as of late and got stuck in the Transit hotel at INC with the FedEx guys who led me around how to survive at the 7-ELEVEN when the food went dry a couple of months ago but there was a bar - Thanks Guys! No windows, no closet, sensor sink/no temp control, no escape. Good for a short stay but still felt bad for them. Australia is back on lock down, so for now I’ll order 3 Orange Whips for you WhipWhitaker and stay clear of any Illinois Nazis - Blues Brothers reference and nothing else folks...
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