DHL pulls the plug on Astar's.....

[fr8dogfo]

All the T props aside there was a huge NW 747 sitting there, and I understand there is also now Kalitta...

Yep, that was a big grevence we lost a while back but I think it also falls into the alowable number of contractors.

the no surplus, etc clause is nice, would make me feel more comfortable, is it true there are A300 guys sittin' home because of it?

They have been a little over staffed in the A300. So what guys do if they live around CVG is bid Reserve Last Out which puts them at the bottom of the list. A few have gotten away with only flying 50 to 100 hours the entire year, maybe less.

I am not a legal or business guru, but, I think Airborne Express is still a going concern as far as the freight is concerned. It is all DHL branded now but last week I received a package from T-Mobile delivered by "Airborne Express". Acting as holding or subsidiary or something.

Dont know what to tell you about that. It could be the name of the independent contract courrier's business. I have seen that as well in addition to a few other "operated by" names.

As far as the Caf...I now understand there is a chance that we may be using the facilities in CVG to run our reserves from...just another rumor but that would be ironic, huh?

Bottom line is that DHL really doesnt have a plan. They are trying to figure this thing out as they go. Astar has been given some big warehouse up there and is planning on moving EVERYTHING up there...all functions of the company. Except for John D's little get up down in Miami. So what will they do, make a reserve crew base for you down there? That could be a good deal for your guys that live down that way, and it would make commuting easier for the guys that still the pax carriers to get to work. The screwed up thing is if you have reserves in both places and commute, where do you get a crash pad. I know a lot of our guys are really dreading the move up there...no offense.

 

[ABXbooger]

Offense? You guys will soon learn this is Wilmington. A place unlike any other. The Walmart is THE place to go. Oh and if you want to go to a decent restaurant, good luck, Cincinnati's only an hour 10 away.

The airport was the smart choice over CVG, but it is in the middle of nowhere.

I guess they are putting you guys up on what we call A ramp, north end of the field. Not sure what building as there is nothing there at present.

 

[LarryinTN]

I heard that they will be in part of one of the big wharehouses up there. Don't know if that's true but would make sense (I guess). Sure will be a long van ride out to the C or D ramps!

 

[IHaveAPension]

It's stock exchange building # 11, the big one next to the tree line. Astar will put all of their sims in there also. ABX guys, what's up with wanting to fly over 8hrs with an IRO and go to duty days up to 30hrs? I've heard that if you guys don't agree to this, management says they won't be able to get any new charters out of MIA because without the agreement ABX is too expensive compared to the other MIA operators.

I'm sure Astar will have their own van service for their crews so it should be much better that what ABX has.

 

[IHaveAPension]

I also heard that ABX has offered to fly the JFK-BRU-BAH route for DHL.

 

[fr8dogfo]

If they come through these are the pics of the building. Dont where it is in relation to everything else.


https://crewroom.alpa.org/dhl017/DesktopModules/imageview.aspx?id=3346


https://crewroom.alpa.org/dhl017/DesktopModules/imageview.aspx?id=3345

 

[fr8dogfo]

I also heard that ABX has offered to fly the JFK-BRU-BAH route for DHL.

Alright, now you're just trying start some trouble!

If this were true DHL would just love it. Exactly what they would want to see happen, ABX and Astar in a bidding war over routes. Exactly why the Teamsters and ALPA need to work together and come up with a plan to prevent a race to the bottom.

 

[IHaveAPension]

No I'm not trying to start trouble. ABX's last 767 they got from mod in Israel stopped in BRU for a meet and greet with top DHL brass before flying BRU-ILN. This flight was also a proving run with a fed on board.

 

[LarryinTN]

ABX guys, what's up with wanting to fly over 8hrs with an IRO and go to duty days up to 30hrs?

The company wants the ability to use IROs but where are you getting 30 hour duty times from? They have started some talks on the issue but any agreement would have to pass membership ratification. I doubt anything allowing a 30hr duty period would get many votes.

The whole point of an IRO is to go past 8 hours on a two-person airplane. They can already do that on the DC8 with the F/E but have replaced the charter DC8s with 767s in MIA.

I'm sure Astar will have their own van service for their crews so it should be much better that what ABX has.

Were you intended that to be so condescending?

The problem is the location of the warehouses on the north end of the property. They could use stretch limos for your shuttles but you'll still be stuck riding through ten minutes of traffic to get to the D ramp. Takes us forever to get up to the A ramp parking spots and we're starting at mid-field.

 

[IHaveAPension]

sources are numerous ABX pilots and other pesonnel. Check with your union reps to see what Hete wants to do with you!

 

[LarryinTN]

Hete wants us to work to FARs, just like every other airline CEO.

You failed to answer the question regarding the condescending nature of your previous post.

 

[fr8dogfo]

No I'm not trying to start trouble. ABX's last 767 they got from mod in Israel stopped in BRU for a meet and greet with top DHL brass before flying BRU-ILN. This flight was also a proving run with a fed on board.

I know, Im just messing with you.

 

[ABXbooger]

I'm sure Astar will have their own van service for their crews so it should be much better that what ABX has.[/QUOTE]

I don't think this guy has any idea the scope of our sort. CVG isn't even as big as C and D ramp. Yeah, from A ramp to D ramp with planes, tugs, etc, etc, it's gonna take a while.

But I am sure they will have far superior vans, DHL will be more than happy to provide and pay for brand new Stretch Hummer H2 limos. Seems like Astar can pass along just about any cost...

 

[IHaveAPension]

Just remember ABX's new company goals as reguritated by Vollmer in this weeks hotline.... IMAGE, COST, (and lastly) SERVICE!

So that means wear your hat with your tie cinched up and your reflective belt (wouldn't want to get fined), but don't cost too much in looking professional. Then and only then, if you look good and cheap, provide good service to the customer DHL.

OBTW, if you guys need a model as to the image ABX is looking for, just take a look at JD next time you see him!

 

[LarryinTN]

Rhoid! Er, ah, I mean UPSer! I didn't recognise you.