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[The attached letter will be sent to all pilots on furlough today (Monday Dec. 22, 2003).]
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December 22, 2003
To: Northwest Pilots on Layoff Status
From: Tim Rainey, Sr. VP Flight Operations & SOC
Re: 2004 Pilot Staffing Update
As indicated in my last letter, we want to keep you informed of changes to pilot staffing plans that may affect pilots on layoff status. Based upon the current flying level forecast and anticipated pilot retirements and other attrition for 2004, we are predicting the need to recall a limited number of laid off pilots during 2004. However, you should know that current projected flying levels for 2004 will actually result in fewer pilots on payroll status at the end of 2004 than at the beginning of the year because projected pilot attrition levels will be greater than the number of pilots who need to be recalled.
Although specific numbers are still uncertain at this time, we estimate that we will recall approximately 10 to 20 pilots to commence training in April 2004. Pilots impacted by this initial recall will be contacted in late January or early February with more specific information. All laid off pilots should make sure that they have provided Flight Operations Human Resources with accurate contact information.
Based on present projections, we are hopeful that the recall process will continue at a rate of approximately 10 to 20 pilots per month in subsequent months in 2004. However, it should be realized that these numbers are preliminary and are subject to change based upon a number of factors. Our plans need to remain flexible to adjust to market demands and business needs. We are still in a very difficult time for our industry.
I once again want to thank you for the contributions and sacrifices you’ve made to the success and survival of this airline. I wish all of you and your families a very happy and safe holiday season.
Sincerely,
Tim Rainey
cc: Jeff Dyrhaug, ALPA
Ken Watts, ALPA
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December 22, 2003
To: Northwest Pilots on Layoff Status
From: Tim Rainey, Sr. VP Flight Operations & SOC
Re: 2004 Pilot Staffing Update
As indicated in my last letter, we want to keep you informed of changes to pilot staffing plans that may affect pilots on layoff status. Based upon the current flying level forecast and anticipated pilot retirements and other attrition for 2004, we are predicting the need to recall a limited number of laid off pilots during 2004. However, you should know that current projected flying levels for 2004 will actually result in fewer pilots on payroll status at the end of 2004 than at the beginning of the year because projected pilot attrition levels will be greater than the number of pilots who need to be recalled.
Although specific numbers are still uncertain at this time, we estimate that we will recall approximately 10 to 20 pilots to commence training in April 2004. Pilots impacted by this initial recall will be contacted in late January or early February with more specific information. All laid off pilots should make sure that they have provided Flight Operations Human Resources with accurate contact information.
Based on present projections, we are hopeful that the recall process will continue at a rate of approximately 10 to 20 pilots per month in subsequent months in 2004. However, it should be realized that these numbers are preliminary and are subject to change based upon a number of factors. Our plans need to remain flexible to adjust to market demands and business needs. We are still in a very difficult time for our industry.
I once again want to thank you for the contributions and sacrifices you’ve made to the success and survival of this airline. I wish all of you and your families a very happy and safe holiday season.
Sincerely,
Tim Rainey
cc: Jeff Dyrhaug, ALPA
Ken Watts, ALPA
