Comair "latest and greatest"

[agonyairfo]

I think there is two things going on here. No doubt they intend to shrink Comair big time. Like I posted on here recently, the 50s are getting old, Delta would like to reduce the number of 50s, and all of the other 50s are now under contract. It is a no-brainer. However, I have no doubt they will use this downward trend to get concessions. How do I know? It is starting already.

<How does today’s news impact negotiations between Comair and the three unions (IAM, IBT and ALPA)?
One of the key focus areas for company leaders is securing competitive agreements with our three unions: IAM, IBT and ALPA. Those discussions will begin in the coming weeks.>

I don't see anyone voting for concessions. Some will say it's like bargaining with a gun to your head. But I say it is more like bargaining with a gun to your head and they have already told you either way we are going to pull the trigger. I am voting "Full pay to the last day."

 

[BoilerUP]

This is a very stupid question, but when does the 2nd quarter begin in 2011?

12 months in a year; if you divide that into quarters (12/4) you get 3 months per quarter.

The second quarter starts 1 April.

My condolences to those at Comair affected by this news...

 

[Oakum_Boy]

Gee this industry is a disaster. Maybe this will open some doors previously unknown. Good luck guys.

 

[outtahere]

Comair guys and gals, good luck to you all, hopefully you will wind up better off because of the hardship that you are enduring at this time. As an ASA pilot, it is very disappointing to see what was once a great company, destroyed by the the entity that used to own us both. I'm sorry for your loss, and will say a prayer for you all.

 

[CarjCapt]

OMG, to my Comair brothers and sisters it is really sad to see the additional down sizing what was a great airline. Just to let you know I look back at my 16 years and 4 months as a outstanding and wonderful experience. To all the people I personally knew and those I didn't my heart goes out to all of you.

 

[agonyairfo]

And one more thing...

For those with more than one mouth to feed and a mortgage, 1-2 years is a long time. Don't panic too much. Anything can happen. I wouldn't plan on an 11:57 phone call from the Governor, but maybe you'll have more time or someone will buy a shrunken version of us. There will be a lot of attrition and a handful of buy-outs I assume. You might get more time than you think. For example 19 a/c going away next year = roughly 190 pilots. Maybe 15 senior to you quit, 1 or 2 retire, and a few take a buy out, and 15 are on COLA. Then the big D decides only 14 a/c going away for 2011. Next thing you know 80 or 90 pilots that thought they were getting the axe get an additional 6 months employment. It isn't rosey, but you have a little time.

Good luck

 

[No Delay]

Sorry guys. Reading that letter made my stomach hurt. I am sorry for pain and stress you and your family will have to go through.

 

[Bob_Sacamano]

My condolences to my former CMR brethren. I read the letter and threw up in my mouth a little. Comair was the most profitable regional last year with a 8.9% profit margin, yet mgt. says the airline's costs are still 20% higher than the market will bear. If the market won't bear it, how was Comair the most profitable regional? (Yes, I understand how it all works, just making a point...)

 

[Ad Lib]

MHO ...

Comair is a part of Delta. It would take some research to validate this claim that CMR's costs are 20% more than competitors. What do the competitors enjoy for free (costs Delta pays) ?

Fleet renewal is just being outsourced. Welcome to Delta. We've outsourced fleet renewal to every form of Connection carrier, Alaska and bought airlines (getting their fleets) rather than grown organically.

Comair pilots have performed Delta flying for years. Who is better qualified for a Delta job? I, for one, would like to see Delta hire from their remaining wholly owned.

No doubt the Comair MEC Chair tried to leverage Delta furloughed pilots in an ugly and impolitic way. However, history shows his concerns (not his methods) were valid. Time for bygones and to try to help out fellow ALPA members.

 

[General Lee]

Delta showing again it's total and utter inability to run an airline.

A very sad day for everyone at Comair.

What? They have recognized that 50 seaters don't work anymore.


Bye Bye--General Lee