A buddy of mine over at Allegiant forwarded me this letter from a interviewee who declined. He said he was sent a response from the CP saying he would be put on some "never call/never respond" list.
Ms. Stark,
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> I regret that I will be unable to attend the interview for the pilot position scheduled for tomorrow.
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> Although I remain very interested in a career with your company, after researching your compensation package, I find I am unable to make a living on your current payscale. Please understand that every other aspect of a potential career with Allegiant is attractive to me. I believe very strongly in your business model and your mission statement. I am more impressed each day with your continued growth and success.
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> I personally believe, however, that once a professional pilot has gained the necessary experience that would qualify him to operate a 150-passenger jet in an FAR 121 Domestic operation, that individual is worth significantly more than what you are currently paying.
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> It is my sincere hope that should Allegiant Air adjust it's pilot compensation package in the future, I would once again be considered for a position with your company.
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> Thank your very much for your consideration.
Ms. Stark,
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> I regret that I will be unable to attend the interview for the pilot position scheduled for tomorrow.
>
> Although I remain very interested in a career with your company, after researching your compensation package, I find I am unable to make a living on your current payscale. Please understand that every other aspect of a potential career with Allegiant is attractive to me. I believe very strongly in your business model and your mission statement. I am more impressed each day with your continued growth and success.
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> I personally believe, however, that once a professional pilot has gained the necessary experience that would qualify him to operate a 150-passenger jet in an FAR 121 Domestic operation, that individual is worth significantly more than what you are currently paying.
>
> It is my sincere hope that should Allegiant Air adjust it's pilot compensation package in the future, I would once again be considered for a position with your company.
>
> Thank your very much for your consideration.