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03-15-2013, 10:54 AM

#126041

johnso29

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Originally Posted by DeadHead

If the words "could" and "more frequent" are such loose words than why they even used in the first place?

My guess is because it provides the company with wiggle room.

03-15-2013, 10:58 AM

#126042

johnso29

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Originally Posted by 80ktsClamp

Why would they say more frequent if the "new" spacing approximates the current normal? (there are typically 3 bids a year- averaging every 4 months)

IDK. Maybe they'll change their minds. Maybe it will be a smaller bid, & they'll become more frequent after that. Why do they use a lot of the words they use? I'm blaming it on lawyers.

03-15-2013, 10:58 AM

#126043

flyallnite

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Originally Posted by maddogmax

FYI, Just found out that when you retire you get blocked from the Delta Pilot Forums. Oh Well. I guess you have to pay dues to stay informed about a company you worked for for 27 years.

There's information on the DALPA forum?!

Don't worry, stay on APC and you'll be up to speed, or PM me and I'll tell you all the state secrets.

03-15-2013, 11:00 AM

#126044

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I would think going to the monthy "ae" process NW had (or similar) would enable them to react quicker/quickly to changing conditions. Something that could be of benefit?

03-15-2013, 11:14 AM

#126045

maddogmax

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Originally Posted by flyallnite

There's information on the DALPA forum?!

Don't worry, stay on APC and you'll be up to speed, or PM me and I'll tell you all the state secrets.

Already got a pm with the info. You guy's are the best!
Thanks Schwanker!

03-15-2013, 11:31 AM

#126046

sailingfun

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Quote:

Originally Posted by APCLurker

I would think going to the monthy "ae" process NW had (or similar) would enable them to react quicker/quickly to changing conditions. Something that could be of benefit?

The company is free to post bids monthly, weekly or even daily under the current contract.

03-15-2013, 11:43 AM

#126047

sailingfun

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Originally Posted by Avgwhitemale

I hate to disagree but.....I thought our capacity discipline would have all of our "big iron" seats filled to capacity. Why are these planes even available? They should have sent the dozens of under utilized A320's. After all....that airframe has no frills and is not being utilized.

I don't know the dates on these charters but with day of the week scheduling we always have a bunch of airframes parked in Atlanta on weekends.

03-15-2013, 12:04 PM

#126048

georgetg

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Originally Posted by CAAC ATP

Interesting George. I did not know about that. It would be even more intriguing to see how well this was doing and whether those aircraft also have seat back IFE?

Nah, this is the BYOD version of IFE...
There's a on-board hard-drive on the jet's internal WIFI network. The HD is preloaded with movies to reduce bandwidth use on the GOGO ATG system. Passengers stream the shows from the WIFI network to their own device...

I haven't tried it but you can apparently finish watching a started movie up to 24 hrs after the flight.

Cheers
George

03-15-2013, 12:12 PM

#126049

georgetg

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T4 top level security open as of March 14:

I will not miss this:

Inside security center atrium:

Phase 1 almost complete

Cheers
George

03-15-2013, 12:14 PM

#126050

Lifeisgood

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Quote:

Originally Posted by APCLurker

I would think going to the monthy "ae" process NW had (or similar) would enable them to react quicker/quickly to changing conditions. Something that could be of benefit?

Just like with many other things enough time has to pass. Then the USAFA grads will implement it and call it their idea.
Sorry couldn't resist

Love them anyway.