AirTran tops in annual airline ranking

[Kharma Police]

And all leased! HAHAHA!

Wait, how many are owned outright? Three?

RF

Leasing makes it much easier to return the airplane once a gapping hole is discovered during or after a flight. It's covered under our, "Platinum Chrystal Key Leasing Warranty Program". The great thing is that the warranty is transferable!

 

[Muppets]

And all leased! HAHAHA!

Wait, how many are owned outright? Three?

RF

Glad to know you own those convertibles outright. Always wanted to get some fresh air while on a trans-con.

 

[carl p]

Seriously, why is it so hard to just say congrats and move on without the need to take a shot? It doesn't diminish SWA in any way to say AT has a quality product, and in fact it validates GK decision to buy us even more. We promise not to use any kind things you say about us in SLI negotiations!

 

[waveflyer]

The arrogance displayed by some of you Southwest pilots is disgraceful!

Congrats Air Tran.

Man, if you're worried about that...(?) ;-)
That's not 1/10th as arrogant as I can get(!) thought I was being pretty good- so, seriously- good job.

And yes kharma- I am southwest, as you will be, if you work at air tran, once our deal is done- I own stock- ...lots- though less than many Swapa pilots- Gary leads- we follow and do our job- one of the best things about southwest is that there is no disconnect between the pilots, execs and the whole concept of southwest- we are each responsible for the success or failure of this place-

So yes- we are buying your company- and bc youre a good company-when we do you will be southwest pilots and will be held just as accountable-
And it's a good thing-

 

[Kharma Police]

Man, if you're worried about that...(?) ;-)
That's not 1/10th as arrogant as I can get(!) thought I was being pretty good- so, seriously- good job.

And yes kharma- I am southwest, as you will be, if you work at air tran, once our deal is done- I own stock- ...lots- though less than many Swapa pilots- Gary leads- we follow and do our job- one of the best things about southwest is that there is no disconnect between the pilots, execs and the whole concept of southwest- we are each responsible for the success or failure of this place-

So yes- we are buying your company- and bc youre a good company-when we do you will be southwest pilots and will be held just as accountable-
And it's a good thing-

LOL!, are you the United States of America too? What was your say in the Board Room when Gary Kelly decided to go through with the AirTran acquisition? We scored higher than, "you" in a survey, big deal, lose your insecurities you guys are still the best in my eyes!!!!!!!

 

[jhill]

Word.

Kudos.

(nods head..)

Movin on....

In a related story, SWA tops in annual airline ranking created by pilot who only cares about W-2, schedule, QOL, and people-
Welcome aboard fellas- we're buying you for a reason- keep up the good work before and after this deal

Kinda like marrying a girl you met in a bar with a minimum wage job and $40,000 in credit card debt.

 

[OldManPilot]

Think that article is a little skewed and biased?

Nahh.

You finally showed your colors. It not about SWA with you, you just hate AAI.
What a tool.

 

[Music]

Kinda like marrying a girl you met in a bar with a minimum wage job and $40,000 in credit card debt.

Yeah, but that girl's hot though. ;-)

 

[FlyinGuy]

But she will get fat and you will still have to pay off her debt.


Congrats on a gob well done!

 

[redflyer65]

Leasing makes it much easier to return the airplane once a gapping hole is discovered during or after a flight. It's covered under our, "Platinum Chrystal Key Leasing Warranty Program". The great thing is that the warranty is transferable!

Southwest is buying all the Airtran debt too. How can you not understand that leases are a complete drag on the bottom line? Be glad Southwest operates the way they do....hopefully you will benefit when you come over as well.

I find it interesting you like to throw grenades at your future company.

The hole in the aircraft was a manufacturing problem. SW complied with every directive sent out by both Boeing and the FAA. You'll be flying the same planes, which I'm completely confident in. Will you be?

Will you be so upset with the way Southwest operates that you'll send your annual profit sharing check back to Gary?

 

[Muppets]

southwest is buying all the airtran debt too. How can you not understand that leases are a complete drag on the bottom line? Be glad southwest operates the way they do....hopefully you will benefit when you come over as well.

I find it interesting you like to throw grenades at your future company.

The hole in the aircraft was a manufacturing problem. Sw complied with every directive sent out by both boeing and the faa. You'll be flying the same planes, which i'm completely confident in. will you be?

will you be so upset with the way southwest operates that you'll send your annual profit sharing check back to gary?

nope!

 

[Kharma Police]

Southwest is buying all the Airtran debt too. How can you not understand that leases are a complete drag on the bottom line? Be glad Southwest operates the way they do....hopefully you will benefit when you come over as well.

I find it interesting you like to throw grenades at your future company.

The hole in the aircraft was a manufacturing problem. SW complied with every directive sent out by both Boeing and the FAA. You'll be flying the same planes, which I'm completely confident in. Will you be?

Will you be so upset with the way Southwest operates that you'll send your annual profit sharing check back to Gary?

That's fantastic that Southwest is complying with the AD, please tell that to the family that is planning their next trip to Disney, they could care less if its Boeing's fault or not, it says Southwest on the side if the airplane (research SabreTech). One more convertible 73 and you and I could be in trouble. Think about that while sitting on your high horse.

 

[Cruncher]

Man, I have not been on here for a month or so, same stuff, same folks.

I am getting the feeling there are AAI pilots who will not be happy at SWA. My word to you, do not come over! If you don't want to be here, we don't want you. Period.

I do find it hard guys have bad things to say about their (possible) future employer. I am sure there are thousands of guys willing to take your spot, as a brand NH too! We just had almost 6000 apps for 100 spots this past month.

 

[Ty Webb]

Nevermind. I'm done teaching pigs to sing. . . . . :laugh:

 

[Kharma Police]

Man, I have not been on here for a month or so, same stuff, same folks.

I am getting the feeling there are AAI pilots who will not be happy at SWA. My word to you, do not come over! If you don't want to be here, we don't want you. Period.

I do find it hard guys have bad things to say about their (possible) future employer. I am sure there are thousands of guys willing to take your spot, as a brand NH too! We just had almost 6000 apps for 100 spots this past month.

Funny, this thread was about AirTran being number one and then quickly turned into a petty attempt by your Southwest brothers to diminish it. So, who has the bad attitude?