ASA Pilots, question on growth

[Ty Webb]

Ok Ty, you win...your penis is bigger than his penis.

That may be true, but it's besides the point . . . . . .

I was simply pointing out that lumping AirTran in with ASA, Skywest and Comair didn't make much sense. If that increased the "angle of my dangle" it was purely accidental!

 

[MetroSheriff]

I was simply pointing out that lumping AirTran in with ASA, Skywest and Comair didn't make much sense.

I didn't think it made sense either. I think it was bait. Some folks like to do poke a the ego a bit. I was ribbing you for biting. Nothing personal. I'd take a 717 over an RJ any ol' day myself. But that's because I have a small penis.

Cordially,

 

[Beavis]

aaaahhhh! What to do??? I appreciate the input from all of you! Now, the decision goes into high gear. ASA called today with an Oct. class date offer. Unexpected that it came that fast. Now, I must decide. Blow 2 1/2 years at PDT and jump to ASA. No doubt, ASA is a better company overall. But I cant compare the small details. Quality of life, how the employees are treated by management (poor at PDT), future stagnation???? At PDT, things are bad. We are closing 1, possibly 2 bases. USAIR took our concessionary TA off the table, opening us up for the BK judge. Our flying is drcreasing as a/c are going back to the lessors!! Not a pretty picture. Do I want to go on reserve for 1 to 2 years - not really. But, the overall picture seems to be more promising at ASA. It would be nice if someone had the real answers to the questions!!! WHAT TO DO???

 

[sleepy]

aaaahhhh! What to do??? I appreciate the input from all of you! Now, the decision goes into high gear. ASA called today with an Oct. class date offer. Unexpected that it came that fast. Now, I must decide. Blow 2 1/2 years at PDT and jump to ASA. No doubt, ASA is a better company overall. But I cant compare the small details. Quality of life, how the employees are treated by management (poor at PDT), future stagnation???? At PDT, things are bad. We are closing 1, possibly 2 bases. USAIR took our concessionary TA off the table, opening us up for the BK judge. Our flying is drcreasing as a/c are going back to the lessors!! Not a pretty picture. Do I want to go on reserve for 1 to 2 years - not really. But, the overall picture seems to be more promising at ASA. It would be nice if someone had the real answers to the questions!!! WHAT TO DO???

Beavis, If you put it that way, it looks like a no-brainer, come on over to ASA. The first year will suck, but after that it should get much better. Certainly better than the future you are painting at PDT. Welcome aboard!

 

[ASAFOE120]

Beavis,

I left ALG in July of '01 to come over to ASA after 2 1/2 yrs there. I was 7 numbers from upgrade when i left. It was one of the toughest decisions i ever made. My daughter was 1 at the time and of course we had the car pymt, mortg, etc.. and i was taking a $9.00/hr pay cut!!! OUCH!!! But i had to look at the long term. It is like night and day comparing the 2 companies!! We are still hiring and i keep hearing rumors of 3000 pilots by the time we get done. (We've only got about 1500 presently). Think of all the people under you when the dust finally settles!!!

I have NO regrets about my decision to leave ALG. My 1st yr is over and my paycheck has finally recovered. SHEW!!! If i would have stayed, i would have upgraded and downgraded.

My only regret is that i didnt leave earlier.

Ive seen both sides of your predicament. It is tough starting all over in your career.

I hope this info is helpful to you. If i can provide more info for you, send me a PM and ill send my email addr.

Good luck Beavis, and all the ALG,PDT,PSA guys and gals.

ASAFO

 

[Fly-By-Cable]

As one old corporate pilot told you once, "When opportunity knocks on the door, don't bitch about the noise!"

Go for it Tango Mike!