New Hire Class Drops
03-28-2023, 07:21 AM
#4071
Gets Weekends Off
Joined APC: Dec 2018
Posts: 190
I disagree with what the others said. I don't think they're likely to work with you unless it's military, or some sort of family emergency.
You filled out your availability on the application. They questioned you about it again in your interview. The CJO letter clearly spells out its validity timelines.
You can't just change your mind because you got a better offer, and expect Delta Air Lines to wait around for you. The company needs people now, and if you can't uphold your end of the agreement, they will just move onto the next person. In fact, I think it kind of speaks volumes about your personal integrity and work traits to try and change the deal after the fact (unless it's a military commitment or emergency). Perhaps an error was made.
You filled out your availability on the application. They questioned you about it again in your interview. The CJO letter clearly spells out its validity timelines.
You can't just change your mind because you got a better offer, and expect Delta Air Lines to wait around for you. The company needs people now, and if you can't uphold your end of the agreement, they will just move onto the next person. In fact, I think it kind of speaks volumes about your personal integrity and work traits to try and change the deal after the fact (unless it's a military commitment or emergency). Perhaps an error was made.
03-28-2023, 08:19 AM
#4073
Roll’n Thunder
Joined APC: Oct 2009
Position: Pilot
Posts: 3,836
I disagree with what the others said. I don't think they're likely to work with you unless it's military, or some sort of family emergency.
You filled out your availability on the application. They questioned you about it again in your interview. The CJO letter clearly spells out its validity timelines.
You can't just change your mind because you got a better offer, and expect Delta Air Lines to wait around for you. The company needs people now, and if you can't uphold your end of the agreement, they will just move onto the next person. In fact, I think it kind of speaks volumes about your personal integrity and work traits to try and change the deal after the fact (unless it's a military commitment or emergency). Perhaps an error was made.
You filled out your availability on the application. They questioned you about it again in your interview. The CJO letter clearly spells out its validity timelines.
You can't just change your mind because you got a better offer, and expect Delta Air Lines to wait around for you. The company needs people now, and if you can't uphold your end of the agreement, they will just move onto the next person. In fact, I think it kind of speaks volumes about your personal integrity and work traits to try and change the deal after the fact (unless it's a military commitment or emergency). Perhaps an error was made.
03-28-2023, 10:11 AM
#4074
Gets Weekends Off
Joined APC: Jul 2010
Position: window seat
Posts: 12,544
Its more money and QOL for the rest of your career. Even a 100K bonus is an easy pass to get that number. Anything less is laughably easy.
Higher pay rates sooner, earlier in line for desireable OT, drops, vacation, monthly schedules, bidding on AE's, etc. And if things go south and they furlough/downgrade , a single number can make the difference between half a decade or more on the street or in your base/seat.
I'm not aware of any bonus anywhere lucrative enough to turn that down.
Maybe there's another compelling reason of course. But pay to stay can't possibly be one of them.
03-28-2023, 10:27 AM
#4076
Line Holder
Joined APC: Nov 2019
Posts: 75
Speculation but maybe a training contract he’s locked into? Not uncommon to see some of these slimy 91/135 operators putting people under $50k+ repayment contracts if they leave before a year (or two or three) is up. Not quite the same as holding out for a bonus but also goes to why accept an interview and class date if so?
Personal opinion but even shelling out $50k to break contract for an additional 6-9 months of seniority and future earnings is more than worth it.
Personal opinion but even shelling out $50k to break contract for an additional 6-9 months of seniority and future earnings is more than worth it.
03-28-2023, 02:47 PM
#4079
Line Holder
Joined APC: Sep 2017
Position: 737 FO
Posts: 90
I'm hoping for the 737 or 320 as a NH. I'd like to be based in ATL but I may have to commute to LAX, NYC, or DTW for awhile until I get awarded ATL. All three of those bases would be a 2-hop for me (OKC). I know DTW doesn't have co-terminals, but what is the co-terminal situation like in LAX and NYC for those aircraft? Any tips for commuting in to a base and sitting reserve for multiple airports? Which aircraft/base would be the least stressful? Are reserves being used or are pilots sitting around in hotels and crashpads on short call?
Thanks,
03-28-2023, 02:51 PM
#4080
Gets Weekends Off
Joined APC: May 2019
Position: 757/767 CA
Posts: 275
I'm hoping for the 737 or 320 as a NH. I'd like to be based in ATL but I may have to commute to LAX, NYC, or DTW for awhile until I get awarded ATL. All three of those bases would be a 2-hop for me (OKC). I know DTW doesn't have co-terminals, but what is the co-terminal situation like in LAX and NYC for those aircraft? Any tips for commuting in to a base and sitting reserve for multiple airports? Which aircraft/base would be the least stressful? Are reserves being used or are pilots sitting around in hotels and crashpads on short call?
Thanks,
Thanks,
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