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05-09-2019, 06:44 PM
#211
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sounds like we both know more or less the same story, saving a few minor details. However ill state it again. It was not one single thing. But I wish him well, and never want to see someone let go unjustly.
05-09-2019, 06:44 PM
#212
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Thats fine. But people coming on here and saying 1 attendance issue and you get fired is false... thats all I’m pointing out... i would say OO’s is way over the industry average before people get fired....
05-09-2019, 06:47 PM
#213
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It's kind of like the Bicycle rider who insists that he has every right to be in the road with 3000-12000 lb cars. He may be right that it's not fair, but sometimes you've got to know when you're out gunned.
05-09-2019, 06:48 PM
#214
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No, it's not always simply a "choice" to live out of base. To uproot the family, have the spouse quit their job they've had for a long time, have them start a new job, and expect kids to start at a new school across the country is not easy, especially for an average paying regional airline job. If the company needs, or is desperate for staffing at a new base they've suddenly opened, they can't just expect everyone to drop everything and move in base on their dime.
That's why many, including myself, commute. I always have a backup plan, but am not moving for a regional job.
That's why many, including myself, commute. I always have a backup plan, but am not moving for a regional job.
05-09-2019, 06:50 PM
#215
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Not to poke the bear but i know u are actively advocating for ALPA, but even a union wont stop a probationary pilot from getting canned. Wouldnt have helped in this case even with an attendance policy.
05-09-2019, 07:08 PM
#216
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From lurking on this forum I surmised that the reason he was denied boarding was because he refused to pay the annual $50 Delta NonRev Fee. Was sticking to his guns that the fee was not fair and shouldn't be required since off line folks get to ride the jump for free. No Fee meant no boarding.
It's kind of like the Bicycle rider who insists that he has every right to be in the road with 3000-12000 lb cars. He may be right that it's not fair, but sometimes you've got to know when you're out gunned.
It's kind of like the Bicycle rider who insists that he has every right to be in the road with 3000-12000 lb cars. He may be right that it's not fair, but sometimes you've got to know when you're out gunned.
05-09-2019, 07:10 PM
#217
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I'm betting it actually would have saved his job with his attendance record. Now the guy with 54 occurrences not so much.
05-09-2019, 07:11 PM
#218
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I understand paying the fee is dumb. (Just to be able to jumpseat). And it all boils down to a Delta computer program recognizing you fly for SkyWest but haven’t paid the fee. Gate agents hands are tied... you stick to your guns. And maybe act nonprofessional? Maybe just say thanks and walk away? Who knows.. but its the game we play...
05-09-2019, 08:35 PM
#219
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Company seniority - pass travel, vacation, etc. It’s basically a DoH for all or most of the benefits shared by every employee. Has no impact on pilot seniority or pay, you get none of that until Indoc.
Worth signing up?
Depends on the individual. If you intend on going to OO, it definitely won’t hurt you. It may even help you get a class date sooner and some interview prep.
If OO is just on a short list, may not be worth the effort and time.
Worth signing up?
Depends on the individual. If you intend on going to OO, it definitely won’t hurt you. It may even help you get a class date sooner and some interview prep.
If OO is just on a short list, may not be worth the effort and time.
05-10-2019, 07:48 AM
#220
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From lurking on this forum I surmised that the reason he was denied boarding was because he refused to pay the annual $50 Delta NonRev Fee. Was sticking to his guns that the fee was not fair and shouldn't be required since off line folks get to ride the jump for free. No Fee meant no boarding.
It's kind of like the Bicycle rider who insists that he has every right to be in the road with 3000-12000 lb cars. He may be right that it's not fair, but sometimes you've got to know when you're out gunned.
It's kind of like the Bicycle rider who insists that he has every right to be in the road with 3000-12000 lb cars. He may be right that it's not fair, but sometimes you've got to know when you're out gunned.
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