Nahill resigns as CEO of Flight Options LLC

[pnjohn75]

Just heard via company email that Mr. Nahill is leaving FO to pursue other opportunities. One of the recent ex-USair management types is taking over, I won't venture to try to spell his name. What could it all mean? Let the speculation begin!

 

[Turbinehead]

Guess it means:

I guess it means you are doomed to bankruptcy, downsizing, layoffs, and to have your base moved to PIT and CLT.

 

[Correcting]

He's probably driving down to Columbus right now to see if he can spread some of his poison around Netjets with Gary Hart

 

[kingtut]

Why would you begin to think something like that?

 

[fracslave]

KR is on his way back, first thing on the agenda is to redo the seniority list again.
Just kidding! I hope a CEO is found that communicates with the pilots and does not think the pilots are a necessary evil like JN did.
FS

 

[TurboHonda]

I hope a CEO is found that communicates with the pilots and does not think the pilots are a necessary evil like JN did.
FS

I'm not sure that JN thought they were necessary.

 

[WrknStff]

Hopefully

The new guy (whoever that ends up being) understands what proper manning means and speeds up hiring and upgrades. Coming from the USAir regional side and having already heard worrisome things about the interim guy I'm hoping the position gets filled soon.

 

[Dep676]

Maybe that "slide to poverty" pay can get changed too.

 

[batsky2000]

Nahill was a frekin MORON, when he took control, everything went down hill, our moral, Hotels got worse, still crappy support from management, Etc.............

The list still grows, he was there long enough to piss all of the pilots off then leave, what a wuss and an idiot, to late for me I left a year before him to something way better, and having fun at my new digs to

see ya

 

[Dep676]

Nahill was a frekin MORON, when he took control, everything went down hill, our moral, Hotels got worse, still crappy support from management, Etc.............

The list still grows, he was there long enough to piss all of the pilots off then leave, what a wuss and an idiot, to late for me I left a year before him to something way better, and having fun at my new digs to

see ya

Not saying I disagree with you at all. I actually do. I am wondering how you know all this stuff without being here during his regime?

 

[Joe Jet Pilot]

Just A Thought

Just because someone leaves this (insert your own) place, does not mean that one does not communicate with those of us left behind!

 

[Dep676]

I know that but I also now how things get told second hand too. I am not defending anyone here. I am glad he is gone too. Now if we can get someone that nows a little bit about aviation and pilots. Like I said before I hope they change the "slide to poverty" payscale.

 

[JetCapt69]

Not saying I disagree with you at all. I actually do. I am wondering how you know all this stuff without being here during his regime?

He said that he left a year before Nahill. Nahill was at the helm almost 2 years.

 

[Hobbes]

A matter of semantics:

one person can read that he left a year before Nahill left.
another person can read that he left a year before Nahill arrived.

"The list still grows, he was there long enough to piss all of the pilots off then leave, what a wuss and an idiot, to late for me I left a year before him to something way better, and having fun at my new digs to"

The funny thing is that we usually tend to read things like that the way that most supports what we think is right and wrong. In any case, Scheeringa said he was going to leave a new message at the end of the week(today), so we will see what happens with that.

 

[289edwhite]

Now all they have to do is get rid of Tim Montie and it would be a good company again.

 

[batsky2000]

I guess everyone can read except DEP, I was original Travel Air, and left last year, I guess that should clear things up, and even if you don't agree with me DEP, the majority would, he made Options into a place that is as good as a reginal airline, nothing more, I was not the only one who left or who are leaving, crappy hotels from good ones, less crew meals, crapy pay scale, still, poor maint., still poor support from management, the list keeps growing from what I hear from friends still there.

 

[Dep676]

Now all they have to do is get rid of Tim Montie and it would be a good company again.

A few others need to go also.

 

[Dep676]

I guess everyone can read except DEP, I was original Travel Air, and left last year, I guess that should clear things up, and even if you don't agree with me DEP, the majority would, he made Options into a place that is as good as a reginal airline, nothing more, I was not the only one who left or who are leaving, crappy hotels from good ones, less crew meals, crapy pay scale, still, poor maint., still poor support from management, the list keeps growing from what I hear from friends still there.

Yeah I guess I read it wrong. I thought you meant you left a year before Nahill came to the company. Also after reading what I posted. It didn't come out right. I totally agree with you on everything. Nahill did screw a lot of things up. Just about everything he did was a mess. I had guys telling me because he has a master degree. He must know what he is doing. I just hope the next guy has some common sense and can get that "slide to poverty" payscale fixed.

 

[JetCapt69]

New CEO

I just hope the next guy has some common sense and can get that "slide to poverty" payscale fixed.

I hope he has some knowledge of airplanes, knowledge of crew life, knowledge of hotel life, knowledge of pay, knowledge of cost of living, knowledge of maintenance.......ah, I think you get the picture.

 

[swoop_1]

Nahole's had two big problems in doing the job his position called for. First he had no aviation back ground at all, had no idea what we as crews have to contend with on a daily basis, and considered us as uneducated and a unfortunate necessity that he had to tolerate.

Last but not least the man was nothing more the a bean counter and viewed every thing through the eyes of a bean counter. And we all know what a negative impact the thought process of a bean counter have on anything to do with aviation.

 

[Heavy Set]

Sounds like the interim CEO (Scheringa) has some pretty good aviation experience with something like 10-12 years at USAirways (during most of their good years). My understanding from reading about him is that he spent a lot of time in different departments and has a good understanding of operations, labor relations, marketing, customer service, etc.

Yeah, but people will say his experience running Metro Jet was not a good one - but at least he gained valuable perspective and has hopefully learned from his mistakes... What do you think about him?

 

[Dep676]

Sounds like the interim CEO (Scheringa) has some pretty good aviation experience with something like 10-12 years at USAirways (during most of their good years). My understanding from reading about him is that he spent a lot of time in different departments and has a good understanding of operations, labor relations, marketing, customer service, etc.

Yeah, but people will say his experience running Metro Jet was not a good one - but at least he gained valuable perspective and has hopefully learned from his mistakes... What do you think about him?

Isn't UsAirways in Chapter 11????????????????????

 

[waveoff]

Not a word...

I'll keep my mouth shut for once and cross my fingers. Best of luck to the new guy. Make us happy and we'll do the same for you.

 

[waveoff]

okay

I'm done keeping my mouth shut now! It's about freakin' time they put someone else at the helm with at least SOME aviation experience. Hey Johnny, did Raytheon give you that nice severance package I mentioned in the other FLOPs thread? I have to apologize to you though. I said that you would first run the company into the ground and THEN collect your multi-million dollar severance package. I'm glad I was wrong about the first part and you didn't take us down with you. Good luck at your next position with Mother Raytheon. So what if aviation wasn't your thing? I'm sure you'll find something you're good at. Everyone does. Now if only we could get rid of the rest of the clowns...

 

[SheGaveMeClap]

So anybody heard how the Board of Directors meeting went last week? Who answered all of their questions? Nahole was supposed to report to them, but he bailed out beforehand. Inquiring minds want to know.....

 

[hawkercpt]

Scheringa (sp?)

At least he's off to a better start. Kept his word and updated the 'weekly' company message.

 

[waveoff]

To sort of quote Top Gun

"There's two E's in Sheeringa"

 

[JetCapt69]

Christensen leaving?

Position: Director of Operations

Location: Cleveland, Ohio

Summary: This position carries out the plans and policies relating to company flight
operations formulated by Flight Options and establishes operations, personnel and equipment standards based on the company's policies. The Director of Operations reports to the Vice President of Flight Operations.

Duties and Responsibilities: This position is responsible for the implementation of policies and procedures for the entire flight department. It ensures prompt reporting, filing, and follow-up action on any Air Carrier reports to the appropriate agencies. This position acts as one of the main points of contact with the Federal Aviation Administration. The Director of Operations must be highly knowledgeable in all company operations and all pertinent Federal Aviation Regulations; shall ensure that subscription is obtained for all pertinent aeronautical charts, Airport Directories, and for IFR operations, en route, terminal area, and approach and letdown charts; responsible for maintaining an individual list of the aircraft used by the company for Part 135 operations. Also responsible for ensuring that the General Operations Manual and Operations Specifications are distributed and/or available, electronically or otherwise, to all company aircraft and flight crews.


Qualifications: In accordance with FAR part 119, candidates for this position must possess an ATP rating and have at least 3 years supervisory or managerial experience within the last 6 years in a position that exercised operational control over any operations conducted under part 121 or part 135. For candidates without former experience as a Director of Operations, they must have at least 3 years experience, within the past 6 years, as pilot in command of an aircraft operated under FARs part 121 or part 135. In the case of a person with previous experience as a Director of Operations, have at least 3 years experience, as pilot in command of an aircraft operated under part 121 or part 135. Must possess proven Microsoft Office skills including Excel, Word and Outlook. Experience with international operations and procedures preferred. Candidate must be available to work a flexible schedule and relocate to Cleveland, Ohio (relocation assistance is available). Excellent written and oral communication skills a must.

INTERNAL CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

 

[FracCapt]

Re: Christensen leaving?

From what I understand, yes, John is leaving. He's wanted out of the DO thing for a while, but they wouldn't let him just go back to being a line pilot. I hear he's taken a position in Calif...not sure what capacity.

 

[Dr. B]

What a bunch of whiny, spoiled babies.

**CENSORED****CENSORED****CENSORED****CENSORED**ty Hotels? Crappy Maintenance? Less crew Meals?

You guys need to get back to your roots and appreciate what you have. Go fly 135 freight or instruct, relearn what the real meaning of crappy is.