Aloha

[Dan Roman]

Any AQ pilots have anything on the status of the cargo guys? Last I heard they threw out the contract and disregarded the seniority list.

 

[Freight Dog]

Not only that, Dan... to make matters worse, EVERYONE interested had to re-interview for the cargo job. If you ever filed a grievance, you didn't get the job. If you asked too many questions, you didn't get the job. If you were a good ol' boy who didn't cause any waves... you're in.

 

[dash8driver]

and dont call in sick either.... what? you've got a doctor's note you say? you're still fired.

dont want to come in on your day off? thats ok.. you can have the rest of your life off... you're fired.

both are actual events.. no warnings.. just flat out fired.

 

[Soverytired]

Here's to hoping it turns out better than:

MaxJet II
Eos II
Silverjet II
Skybus II

(etc.)

 

[tired_pilot]

Just curious, since the contract was thrown out..

what are the pay rates for the new company?

 

[whymeworry?]

1) Where is anyone going to find available 777s? There are none.

2) Loads in Hawaii presently can't justify a 777-themed business model at $130 bbl oil.

3) Credit markets are kinda dry at the moment. Who is going to finance a 777 start-up? Ok, sure there is plenty of private money but it's gotta' be someone with burn-money... aka, money to burn.

I wish the former pilots of Aloha the best. They are my union brothers and sisters. I just think it's irresponsible to give false hope.