More US Air recalls

[Bubba Dog]

Really??? I think after all you guys and gals have been through over there,you would have bigger fish to fry than what call sign you use on the radio. If it makes you feel any better, we aren't exactly thrilled with having our airplanes painted up in USAirways colors,either. "CACTUS" ...deal with it!!! Sheesh...


PHXFLYR

I can deal with it,the question is can you?

 

[Swaayze]

You really want 'em saying "Cactuses"?

Not sure "cactus" makes much sense really (especially int'l) but I'm all for keeping culture from both sides.

 

[vtwin]

It will probably sensibly change to USAir at some point. Management is trying to avoid requiring too much adaptation from the West people right away.

Clearly, calling a USAirways livery jet "Cactus," makes no sense at all and won't last.

Interestingly, it does however create the mental image/reminder that we will be dealing with some real "pricks" shortly.

 

[GOTAFLY]

Why are pilots so dumb as to think that our call sign means anything. Again there are several inter. carriers that do not use the airlines name for there call sign. I.E. BA "Speed bird" they seem to get along ok!

 

[Citjok]

Who cares who bought who, or call signs. Geez. Guys. Let's make this thing work behaving like professionals.

 

[B190Captain]

It will probably sensibly change to USAir at some point. Management is trying to avoid requiring too much adaptation from the West people right away.

Clearly, calling a USAirways livery jet "Cactus," makes no sense at all and won't last.

Interestingly, it does however create the mental image/reminder that we will be dealing with some real "pricks" shortly.

I think both sides are dealing with one big prick at the moment.

 

[joevollers]

It absolutely cracks me up on what strong opinions people have about this...

As a "cactus" pilot I am happy we are keeping it..But so the f what if we didn't? I am not going to get paid one dime more one way or the other.

 

[PHXFLYR]

I can deal with it,the question is can you?

Better than you and your's can. I'm getting real tired of hearing about lost pensions,the lack of money, the onerious work rules,etc. etc. etc especially since most of us out here never had any of that to begin with.And don't forget this little gem one of your boys decided to share with me as we both jumpseated to work on the same Air Wisconsin flight this past Monday morning. "You know,I'm going to have a hard time if I'm going to have to spend the rest of my career jerking gear for some 35 year old America West Captain" This was overheard by a senior USAir Flight Attendent who rode in on the same flight as us. She was so offended by this guys statement that she later apologized to me for his actions and told me so. So no Bubba, Ii'm not having a problem dealing with any of this. But you and your boys certainly are.


PHXFLYR

 

[Bubba Dog]

Better than you and your's can. I'm getting real tired of hearing about lost pensions,the lack of money, the onerious work rules,etc. etc. etc especially since most of us out here never had any of that to begin with.And don't forget this little gem one of your boys decided to share with me as we both jumpseated to work on the same Air Wisconsin flight this past Monday morning. "You know,I'm going to have a hard time if I'm going to have to spend the rest of my career jerking gear for some 35 year old America West Captain" This was overheard by a senior USAir Flight Attendent who rode in on the same flight as us. She was so offended by this guys statement that she later apologized to me for his actions and told me so. So no Bubba, Ii'm not having a problem dealing with any of this. But you and your boys certainly are.


PHXFLYR

I have no problem jerking gear for anyone as long as they respect me and are a decent human being and a good pilot. You see,this is just a job,a way to pay bills. I don't have to prove anything anymore,been there done all that whether in the military or the civilian sector. I am moving toward my golden years and am looking forward to flying part 121 again and I don't care if he or she is former AWA. You seem to take everything in a defensive tone,kinda like you have a huge chip on your shoulder. I would suspect you are about 30 something and full of piss and vinegar. Try to calm down,life is very short,enjoy the ride while you still can my friend.

 

[BeCareful!]

I'm getting real tired of hearing about lost pensions,the lack of money, the onerious work rules,etc. etc. etc.... PHXFLYR

Sounds like you are in the wrong business then.

 

[PHXFLYR]

I have no problem jerking gear for anyone as long as they respect me and are a decent human being and a good pilot. You see,this is just a job,a way to pay bills. I don't have to prove anything anymore,been there done all that whether in the military or the civilian sector. I am moving toward my golden years and am looking forward to flying part 121 again and I don't care if he or she is former AWA. You seem to take everything in a defensive tone,kinda like you have a huge chip on your shoulder. I would suspect you are about 30 something and full of piss and vinegar. Try to calm down,life is very short,enjoy the ride while you still can my friend.

Defensive tone?? Not at all. Just a real real low tolerance for "Bee Ess",something you guys seem like to fling in droves. Chip on my shoulder?? YGTBSM 30 something and full of piss and vinegar?? Don't I wish!?!


PHXFLYR

 

[PHXFLYR]

Sounds like you are in the wrong business then.

Aren't we all ?


PHXFLYR

 

[Itsallsogood]

No Becarefull....... sounds like you are with the wrong Airline. That BS in PHL was Bull Crip. You tools should bow to our 6 year Captains. ( We have none, however, believe what you want) Positive Rate...Positive Rate... gear up... gear up... Fuel on board? ..Verfied Check ...Verified Check... "CALL FOR PUSH BACK" Fuel on Board.(ATC>>>> CLEARED FOR TAKOFF) Fuel on board Verified check... Flight Attendands Notified Checked .... Huh?.......... What IDIOTS brought this? sounds like an East Coast thing. Oppps .. It is an East Coast thing.....

 

[Crzipilot]

someone been hitting the bottle lately????

 

[abefly]

No Becarefull....... sounds like you are with the wrong Airline. That BS in PHL was Bull Crip. You tools should bow to our 6 year Captains. ( We have none, however, believe what you want) Positive Rate...Positive Rate... gear up... gear up... Fuel on board? ..Verfied Check ...Verified Check... "CALL FOR PUSH BACK" Fuel on Board.(ATC>>>> CLEARED FOR TAKOFF) Fuel on board Verified check... Flight Attendands Notified Checked .... Huh?.......... What IDIOTS brought this? sounds like an East Coast thing. Oppps .. It is an East Coast thing.....

Gotta agree, It is a bunch of bull!! Way too much double checking....My guess is that we will be back to the west way eventually, we just have to wean the East guys slowly to the easy way of doing it.

 

[Bubba Dog]

Recall

Anyone know the most junior person's seniority # on the latest bid at USAir?

 

[ALGFLYR]

Anyone know the most junior person's seniority # on the latest bid at USAir?

Not sure yet. If the last bid closing is any indication, a new APL list showing who was awarded what should be published in about a week... If I find it, I'll post it....

 

[Bubba Dog]

Not sure yet. If the last bid closing is any indication, a new APL list showing who was awarded what should be published in about a week... If I find it, I'll post it....

Thanks!

 

[BenderGonzales]

Republic

Last night was the deadline to make a selection for the early Nov Republic J4J class (7 capts and 4 f/os).

Just wondering if anybody actually took it or if, once again, scope was given away for free?

 

[KeroseneSnorter]

The call period is today through the 23rd. So according to the letter from the company the calls should start going out today to see who is going to take it.