Astar Future Plans?

[rotor&wing]

See how nicely this thread got hijacked?

 

[shooter]

See how nicely this thread got hijacked?

Sorry, no hijack intended. Just saying that coming to Astar should or should not be too much of a gamble for the reasons discussed. I'm outie.....

 

[TWA]

Come on, you know it was bound to happen. At least it is still loosely on the the original topic.

 

[b707guy]

or will they want control of everything that comes in between, such as air ops and sort?

Years back, we did a great daylight RPS run involving LAX and DFW, maybe a few other cities as well, but when FedEx bought RPS, they picked up all the flying in just weeks. Actually, I was surprised it took them that long to take it over. I wouldn't imagine them running the show any differently now.

Back to the original purpose of this thread, if you have a way back into your old gig if things don't work out with Astar, then it sounds like a pretty good opportunity. If you feel a bit lost continuity-wise after only three weeks, then what's the difference between three years and eight on the panel? That's entirely up to you to decide.

 

[WickedPissa]

Another "BIG ANNOUNCEMENT".

 

[Fly Astar Jets]

Another "BIG ANNOUNCEMENT".

Please save crap like this for the Yahoo brd. Unless you have specifics with sources, you're just stirring the pot.

FAJ

 

[DC-9er]

Please save crap like this for the Yahoo brd.

didn't know Astar had one

 

[Fly Astar Jets]

didn't know Astar had one

We don't. But as long as the hate mongering a-holes keep talking about the supposed deficiencies of our operation in the most hateful terms, I see no reason why we should not try to defend ourselves in your public venue.

FAJ

 

[nitefr8dog]

Hello All,

I have a pending job offer from Astar for the May 5th class. Seems like a good company with quality people. I can deal with the first year pay cut, but I'm really worried about the upgrade time. A few years on the panel is no problem, but 8-9 years, Ouch! I can't go 3 weeks without flying and not notice the difference. So far no luck finding something part-time corporate. Any Astar folks who can give any insight regarding new(er) airplanes, expansion, re-fleet, etc. would be much appreciated. I read most of the older posts so I have some idea what's going on.

Thanks

Hey PM, your biggest problem is not Astar it is DHL. Hitching your wagon to Astar means your career is tied to DHL and they do not have a very good track record in the US.

 

[Cargoav8or]

Hey PM, your biggest problem is not Astar it is DHL. Hitching your wagon to Astar means your career is tied to DHL and they do not have a very good track record in the US.

Ain't that the truth!!!

 

[356emain]

Deutsche Post's DHL Leipzig Hub Faces Problems, Die Welt Says
By Jann Bettinga, Bloomberg News, Friday April 18, 2008


April 18 (Bloomberg) -- Deutsche Post AG unit DHL's new air-freight hub in the eastern German city of Leipzig is experiencing startup problems such as delayed departures by cargo planes, Die Welt said, citing comments from pilots on Internet forums. An unidentified spokesman for DHL said the express-delivery company is not aware of any problems and that everything is going according to plan, the German daily said in a report today. The cargo hub will be officially opened with a ceremony on May 26, Die Welt added. Deutsche Post spokesman Claus Korfmacher didn't immediately respond to a voicemail message seeking comment today.
Go figure

 

[WickedPissa]

Please save crap like this for the Yahoo brd. Unless you have specifics with sources, you're just stirring the pot.

FAJ

Actually, I was un-stirring the pot. Sorry the sarcasm confused you. My point was "Big Announcements" are just bs.

 

[EuroWheenie]

An unidentified spokesman for DHL said the express-delivery company is not aware of any problems and that everything is going according to

That has GOT to be the biggest lie that particular oxygen thief has yet sprouted. LEJ is a mess, complete and utterly FUBAR. Well, that's what you get when a bunch of postmen think they can run an air operation.

The UK CAA is due to audit them in May. The ramp manager has already been fired, more heads will roll. We've restriced certain ULD types being loaded on the A300 following 5 incidents where they damaged aircraft. Oh, and they didn't report the damage but sent the aeroplane flying. Upon arrival one was grounded and had to be ferried un-pressurised.

On-time performance the first 2 weeks of phase 4 (the move from BRU to LEJ) was below 8%! It's now improving; somewhere up in the low 20s I belive. On a standard day they'll leave behind around 90 tons of freight - that is a shyteload of angry customers.

Running according to plan, my arse!

 

[hvydriver]

That has GOT to be the biggest lie that particular oxygen thief has yet sprouted. LEJ is a mess, complete and utterly FUBAR. Well, that's what you get when a bunch of postmen think they can run an air operation.

The UK CAA is due to audit them in May. The ramp manager has already been fired, more heads will roll. We've restriced certain ULD types being loaded on the A300 following 5 incidents where they damaged aircraft. Oh, and they didn't report the damage but sent the aeroplane flying. Upon arrival one was grounded and had to be ferried un-pressurised.

On-time performance the first 2 weeks of phase 4 (the move from BRU to LEJ) was below 8%! It's now improving; somewhere up in the low 20s I belive. On a standard day they'll leave behind around 90 tons of freight - that is a shyteload of angry customers.

Running according to plan, my arse!

Holy shades of the Cornfield, Batman!

 

[FreightBumper]

That has GOT to be the biggest lie that particular oxygen thief has yet sprouted. LEJ is a mess, complete and utterly FUBAR. Well, that's what you get when a bunch of postmen think they can run an air operation.

The UK CAA is due to audit them in May. The ramp manager has already been fired, more heads will roll. We've restriced certain ULD types being loaded on the A300 following 5 incidents where they damaged aircraft. Oh, and they didn't report the damage but sent the aeroplane flying. Upon arrival one was grounded and had to be ferried un-pressurised.

On-time performance the first 2 weeks of phase 4 (the move from BRU to LEJ) was below 8%! It's now improving; somewhere up in the low 20s I belive. On a standard day they'll leave behind around 90 tons of freight - that is a shyteload of angry customers.

Running according to plan, my arse!

Damn Joe Hete and ABXAir. Of course they are at fault here too. Right Astar?

 

[fob727]

Of course! They must be using those dreaded C cans

 

[fozzie]

sort problems

Hmmm, sounds like a trend. Oh well, sounds like Joe did it again. Hey Euro, when are you dropping by to see us. It would be interesting to hear your perspective on the future of DHL.

 

[EuroWheenie]

The disaster level is not quite at ILN level, but the useless postmen are trying really hard to reach the bottom.

Incompetent, fradulent and unwilling to take onboard advise. Rumours has it the project director will be the next one to get the sack, followed by the sort and operations manager. The NCG manager was the first bloke to feel a size 12. We're waiting and hoping, what that place need is experienced aviation guys running the show, not a bunch of Postman Pats!

Fozzie

I'll be over in ILN in 3 weeks time. Got most of a day off (planning on a trip to Dayton visiting the museum) and will only be too delighted to have a chat over a couple of cold brews with you guys. I'm paying, or rather my expense account is

 

[AV8OR]

The disaster level is not quite at ILN level, but the useless postmen are trying really hard to reach the bottom.

Incompetent, fradulent and unwilling to take onboard advise. Rumours has it the project director will be the next one to get the sack, followed by the sort and operations manager. The NCG manager was the first bloke to feel a size 12. We're waiting and hoping, what that place need is experienced aviation guys running the show, not a bunch of Postman Pats!

Fozzie

I'll be over in ILN in 3 weeks time. Got most of a day off (planning on a trip to Dayton visiting the museum) and will only be too delighted to have a chat over a couple of cold brews with you guys. I'm paying, or rather my expense account is

Hey Euro! Any chance you could bring your avatar along with you. I'd love introduce her to some southn' hospitality! ;^>

 

[TWA]

I'm paying, or rather my expense account is

Euro, be very very careful what you say in these parts. When the words "free beer" are said, God himself doesn't even know how many rampers or people with no official connection to abx (cough, me, cough) might show up. I hope you have a large expense account!