Frontier guys: Could have had a SWA seniority number tonight

[N1VIBS]

Curious to hear from the few Lynx/Frontier guys on the board. You guys came within minutes of getting actual SWA seniority numbers, but your union said, "no thanks".

Was that a good thing, or a bad thing?

Is Lynx included in the SWA seniority number deal? Don't know about the F9 folks(Lot of different opinions) but if true, the Lynx folks will be getting one heck of a deal (IMO).

 

[GuppyWN]

Is Lynx included in the SWA seniority number deal? Don't know about the F9 folks(Lot of different opinions) but if true, the Lynx folks will be getting one heck of a deal (IMO).

Yes Lynx is included...... and even the furloughed F9 dudes.

Gup

 

[SWA2000]

Does FAPA represent Lynx? Does Lynx pilots have an F9 number?

 

[Vegaspilot99]

If the FAPA guys reject the SWAPA proposal and elect to go with RAH, then I can honestly say that I am embrassed to be associated with them and their "brand".

 

[Vegaspilot99]

Lynx right now is non-union and are voting for UTU representation this month.

 

[Minimaniac]

It's ironic that so many people on these boards made claims that RAH would pursue a staple where F9 pilots would be below RAH pilots, and RAH pilots were bashed to no end for this staple that we never requested. Now, SWA actually has said that a staple is the only thing F9 pilots deserve, and you praise SWA pilots for their graciousness?

What the heck is wrong with you people. A staple is never fair, and F9 pilots are right to expect something more. I think SWA's true colors are coming through. There is no respect for their fellow pilots, and an absolutely unchecked sense of entitlement over there. The day SW pilots agree to give up seniority to someone from another company is the day you actually become better men and women than the rest of us.

 

[flint4xx]

The day SW pilots agree to give up seniority to someone from another company is the day you actually become better men and women than the rest of us.

Lay off the crack pipe and accept the real world. It does't matter what company or union or uniform is involved. The stance taken by any side is based on the situation. Like it or not, Gary Kelly and SWAPA hold the reigns.

 

[SWA2000]

It's ironic that so many people on these boards made claims that RAH would pursue a staple where F9 pilots would be below RAH pilots, and RAH pilots were bashed to no end for this staple that we never requested. Now, SWA actually has said that a staple is the only thing F9 pilots deserve, and you praise SWA pilots for their graciousness?

What the heck is wrong with you people. A staple is never fair, and F9 pilots are right to expect something more. I think SWA's true colors are coming through. There is no respect for their fellow pilots, and an absolutely unchecked sense of entitlement over there. The day SW pilots agree to give up seniority to someone from another company is the day you actually become better men and women than the rest of us.

So base protections and more importantly pay protections with most of there pilots getting a substantial raise is not a gain? Let's remember we are talking about an airline operating in bankruptcy. Let's face it SWA wants DEN, they have the bank roll to win in DEN. F9 does not. SWA could take the money they were going to spend on this deal and just reduce the fares untill F9 has to throw in the towel.

It is going to be interesting how this is going to play out. Gary Kelly still has been mum about the whole deal.

 

[Quiet Flight]

Frow www.swapa.org in the members only section. Posted a little while ago. Yes, it's for real.

SWAPA and Lynx in talks
SWAPA pilots,


In light of the very dynamic situations of the last day or two, SWAPA has started to open exploratory talks with the Lynx pilots. Lynx is equally part of the transaction and we feel that it is important to include them in the process. They have reached out to us, and SWAPA feels it important to explore all avenues. The Lynx pilots seem genuinely excited about the opportunity to be a part of the Southwest Family. We look forward to our future discussion.

Your M&A Committee

 

[roughneck]

Lynx guys will have a chance to sign a Swapa card soon.