John Pennekamp
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FOM, managements rights.
And in some cases it can be longer if someone has had problems. History can repeat itself.
D. Probation
1. A pilot shall be on probation for a period not to exceed twelve (12) months of active service following date of hire.
2. A probationary pilot may be disciplined by the Company, at its sole discretion, with no resort to the grievance procedure or System Board of Adjustment. Probationary pilots may file non-disciplinary grievances.
3. A pilot who has completed at least six (6) months, but less than twelve (12) months, of active service as a first officer, who becomes initially qualified as a captain shall be deemed to have completed his probationary period.
4. If the Company elects to conduct a probationary review, a pilot will not be called to the airport on a day off for the purpose of attending such review, and the duration of such review shall not exceed two (2) hours.
Looks pretty cut and dry to me.
They can put whatever they want to in the FOM, but that doesn't make it override the contract. I think "management's rights" would be an extremely weak case in front of an arbitrator. If an arbitrator were to render such a decision, it could open the door for management to wave a wand and extend the probation retroactively of anyone they want to fire. Ain't gonna happen.