Alaska offerers 80K to retire is it enough?

[8v8ter]

VP of Flt ops new memo says they got 33 applications for the EO! Let's hope no more than 3 change their mind.

 

[sf340flyer]

I know of at least 2 people who have signed up, but are not taking the deal......

 

[ultrarunner]

Is it 80 grand net? Meaning the buyout has been 'grossed-up' since it's going to be taxed at a supplemental rate?

Or is it 80 grand GROSS and then you pay uncle sam?

 

[CesnaCaptn]

Is it 80 grand net? Meaning the buyout has been 'grossed-up' since it's going to be taxed at a supplemental rate?

Or is it 80 grand GROSS and then you pay uncle sam?

The company buys an annuity with the $80k. No taxes paid the way I understand it. Works out to about $500 per month for life depending on age.

 

[QCappy]

It is getting down to the wire eh? I'm starting to go through my old ski stuff to try and stay warm in the Artic. Is there a post from ANC guys on how to live up there in the winter?

Baja.

You don't live, you survive.

 

[av8instyle]

I know of at least 2 people who have signed up, but are not taking the deal......

...and I know one. Hopefully the same guy.

 

[8v8ter]

...and I know one. Hopefully the same guy.

Did they say why they applied if they already know they are not going to take it?

 

[Going2Baja]

Special MEC meeting called for tomorrow....Must have come to an agreement w/ CO re: reducing block hours. Sources say blocks down to 75 and an 80 cap. Couldn't get language for VSA - but things may have changed since yesterday. Let's hope so!!

Baja.

Update - As of 10:50a Sat the 25th: No reserves in Sea until 1500; 1 reserve in LAX @ noon and then 2 at 1700; Very few in ANC. CLASSIC!!

 

[Green Banana]

Must be short, I just got released for 8 hrs of rest so I can report later tonight and cover some SEA crew. Very short today.

Why do they have to have a mtg. to block to 75 with a 80 cap? The co. can do this themselves. They need no input from the union.

 

[Old School 737]

l like the new chief memo. We need help covering the flying this weekend and next so help us. Sign up for VSA. What a joke. Howbout we hire our guys back.

 

[wscrj]

There are 4 FO's total on RSV right now, company wide.

 

[Green Banana]

Check WHEN they are on reserve. There is NOBODY in SEA or LAX!

4 XCL's DUE TO PILOT CREW

 

[Mamma]

Check WHEN they are on reserve. There is NOBODY in SEA or LAX!

4 XCL's DUE TO PILOT CREW

Check out tomorrow's reserve coverage and notice how high the hours are on everyone. I would say the average is about 70hrs! That very high flying hour total accompanied by NO reserves in SEA or LAX today and multiple canceled flights due to lack of pilots would lead one to believe we are undermanned. The question is...will the company take action and remedy this or continue on with the strategy of having Kemp send out messages begging people to VSA/work more while pilots are out on furlough? Unfortunately I believe the latter to be their course.

 

[Going2Baja]

There are 4 FO's total on RSV right now, company wide.

And I'm one of em.....Still not called. Furloughs? Don't think so - Bring back the hijacked 60!

Baja.

 

[Going2Baja]

Check out tomorrow's reserve coverage and notice how high the hours are on everyone. I would say the average is about 70hrs! That very high flying hour total accompanied by NO reserves in SEA or LAX today and multiple canceled flights due to lack of pilots would lead one to believe we are undermanned. The question is...will the company take action and remedy this or continue on with the strategy of having Kemp send out messages begging people to VSA/work more while pilots are out on furlough? Unfortunately I believe the latter to be their course.

Beck said he thought reserves shouldn't be flying over 40 hours....That happened after the first 10 days. Bring back the hijacked 60!!

Baja.

 

[turbodriver]

I about lost it when I read that memo.......

 

[Ih8AFYesmen]

This so called management couldn't correctly man a local Circle K. I'll give 'em this... they are really good at creating middle managers. Just look at how many dorks you see in green vests w/clip boards the next you're doing your walkaround. Kick me in the nuts, then ask me for a favor; I don't think so!

 

[Going2Baja]

Kick me in the nuts, then ask me for a favor; I don't think so!

Not a chance...I won't do a damn thing extra for this ma/pa outfit...what a joke! Cancel the furlough and recall or look out!

Baja.

 

[Fubijaakr]

I agree with you guys. As a minimum the MEC should demand a suspension of VSA while there are people furloughed. That should be the first demand.

Second demand should be a line average no higher than 75 hours. Period.

 

[igneousy2]

Check out tomorrow's reserve coverage and notice how high the hours are on everyone. I would say the average is about 70hrs! That very high flying hour total accompanied by NO reserves in SEA or LAX today and multiple canceled flights due to lack of pilots would lead one to believe we are undermanned. The question is...will the company take action and remedy this or continue on with the strategy of having Kemp send out messages begging people to VSA/work more while pilots are out on furlough? Unfortunately I believe the latter to be their course.

It depends on how many "answer the call". If many do...then they will keep doing it.