News on the new Skywest pay package
06-01-2017, 02:29 PM
#182
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So just basically at your discretion? Smells funny.
06-01-2017, 02:33 PM
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06-01-2017, 02:37 PM
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There is NO WAY SkyWest is buying factory new CRJs. Even if your theory/rumor/flamebait made any sense economically in the first place, to fly -900s with 70 seats, there is no reason on earth to do it with brand new planes. If anything, they would just take the -900s from ASA after they shut down next year and use them. But putting 70 seats in a -900 makes no sense economically since they could just do it WITH A CRJ -700! And again, there's a whole lot of them they can get their hands on.
So either you're trolling, clueless, or a management guy holding out a carrot. Either way, in my best Vinny Gambini voice "your theory don't hold wawtah".
06-01-2017, 03:11 PM
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You can doubt all you want, and I totally understand where your doubts are coming from, and i'll be happy to watch you eat your words when the new flying and purchase order is announced. The 900 just makes more sense right now. Bombardier is hurting for orders and capital right now! They are desperate to secure a large order of planes, and would be willing to offer a significant price cut for such a deal. In addition to this the new E2 does not meet scope requirements and there is still a line up for 175 orders. This makes dealing with the more desperate and accommodating Bombardier a much more appetizing prospect. The 900 when configured in 70 seats will allow for a much more comparable cabin feel to the 175 (yes the over head baggage space will still suck), but it allows for an immediate bump in capacity if scope ever gets relaxed on 76 seaters making SkyWest much more dynamic and able to respond to partners needs and wishes. Finally though, Chip likes cheap airplanes...
06-01-2017, 04:32 PM
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ExpressJet pilots just received retention bonuses today. 10,000 for new hires and current FOs. Captains only get 3,000. United is about to sign a long-term extension on the E145. Not sure how ExpressJet plans on staffing the 100 plus aircraft? Pilots don't want to work there. This could be a costly mistake by SkyWest management, unless they plan on opening up their wallets to pay a significant amount of money to attract and retain pilots. ALPA is working with ExpressJet to increase hourly pay and improve QOL...possibly more bonuses in the near future.
06-01-2017, 04:43 PM
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ExpressJet pilots just received retention bonuses today. 10,000 for new hires and current FOs. Captains only get 3,000. United is about to sign a long-term extension on the E145. Not sure how ExpressJet plans on staffing the 100 plus aircraft? Pilots don't want to work there. This could be a costly mistake by SkyWest management, unless they plan on opening up their wallets to pay a significant amount of money to attract and retain pilots. ALPA is working with ExpressJet to increase hourly pay and improve QOL...possibly more bonuses in the near future.
Almighty mods, forgive me for the thread drift, carry on...
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