Chq Strike....

[mckpickle]

Brother Francis:

Forgive my ignorance, but what is management asking of CHQ pilots that has spurred the possibility of a strike. I assume it has something to do with concessions, work rules., etc.

We're in contract negotiations right now, and this whole concessions bit seems to be going aorund like the flu.

Thanks for the input.

Brother Francis will correct me if I'm wrong but besides the LONG contract negotiations and pay and work rules, its Wexfords intention to start up Republic that may cause a strike. An ALTER EGO carrier. AKA Freedom from the Mesa debacle. If Republic is allowed to start up it totally destroys not only CHQ's leverage but other regionals leverage in general. And then SA will be put on the hot plate to conform or be eliminated.

History folks. This situation is NO DIFFERENT than Lorenzo and EAL and CAL in the late 80's. One company holding 2 (or more) certificates and transfering flying from one to another in order break the union. The key here is if CHQ walks there can, 1 NOT BE ANY SCABS, and 2, Shuttle America must NOT FLY ANY OF THOSE ROUTES. THEY WILL BE SCABS IF THEY DO.

Any chance of SA being brought under the CHQ umbrella?

I have talked to many friends and if it happens MANY of us will walk the line to show our unity. I also am voicing my YES vote for ANY assesment to help out. I know you guys aren't ALPA but this WILL effect all ALPA regionals.

 

[Brother Francis]

For the record, Mcpickle, you may recall how we first made our internet aquaintance: I stand humbly corrected. That being said, you have an accurate grasp of the current situation.

Furthermore, the support you (and others) are showing has had a tremendous impact on the morale of the CHQ pilots and will be an indispensible asset (both objectively and subjectively) in the days and weeks to come. Language fails to adequately describe our appreciation.

To all: This is not just about Wexford, CHQ, SA and Republic. This is precedent. As I said in another post, CHQ is carrying the standard. We will make a stand that will either benefit us or spell our demise, but regardless of the outcome, we are sending the message that the "race to the bottom" ends now.

 

[mckpickle]

Good for you and good luck. Just let the rest of us know how we can further help.

 

[350DRIVER]

Would that be a BE-350?

Ahhh..... The Super King Air 15,000lb MTOW "350"

(or mini-1900 as some would claim) nice bird but props are still for boats



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Thanks for the information, opinions, and insight Brother Francis..
I guess this may be a long ride for all involved but in a way I guess that is good because it sure seems that what happened to Mesa will not happen or be "tolerated" at CHQ if you have your way... Just hope this works out and no jobs will be lost