So I was reading the SkyWest SAPA Forums...

[Speedtape]

Apparently, they have people standing in line to work there. It must not be that bad.

 

[sstearns2]

I think the best thing we at skywest can do is push for one list along with the xjet pilots and accept that it will have to be under ALPA. The next goal should be to get the pilot group separated from the other empolyee groups in terms of policy and benefits. Then we'd be in a position to secure significant improvments in pay and benefits.

Scott

 

[Cpt Oveur]

From what I heard, not sure if it's true, 1% raise for rj capt, no raise for rj fo, and .5% for bro pilots
Plus the ORD no pay to deice issue is near during the winter months.
Oh and SkyWest had it's 61st consecutive quarterly dividend.

The ORD de-ice is not a Skywest policy. It's a United policy. United does not want you to be called "out" until you're within 60 seconds of actually moving the plane. It is the policy they impose on all the UAX carriers that operate out of ORD, and it's because de-icing is done at the gate, should it change to a remote area, then you're obviously going to be on the clock since you taxied the plane there.

I think it's a crap rule. No, I do not agree with it, but I am clarifying it, since some think that it's something Skywest management conceived on their own. Direct the blame at United management for that one.

 

[Rez O. Lewshun]

So as a citizens we have first Amend rights... but as employees we do not... yet corporations do have rights.. as persons....

Skywest Corp... a "person" who has first Amend rights. (Citizens United)
Skywest pilots... no first Amend rights... basically the Burka Boys...

Still trying to figure this out....

 

[Raoul Duke]

Anyone want to make a bet that they will cut a qick deal. It is their best way to cement all future growth.

 

[Morning Wood]

Or here is another idea - GET ONE LIST!!! And take the contract that ExpressJet has. Take ALPA in and may be them, you will get respected.

How do you get one single list with three (soon to be two) operating certficates?

 

[sniper]

Well it's going to be a whole new game when retirements start happening and the 1500hr rule comes into effect. If regional airlines want to attract/retain pilots they are going to have to raise the bar. The first company to sign a POS contract are going to have a hell of a time finding pilots in the future. It's the responsibility of the unions/management to have a contract that will attract quality applicants. Of course management would never agree.

Arent you a PSA pilot?

Are you kidding me? look at what you did with your last LOA, not signed yet thanks god......

 

[Whydoitry]

How do you get one single list with three (soon to be two) operating certficates?

Easy, ask RAH. One master list of pilots, then you bid the company and equipment, base, etc. When it comes time to furlough you start at the bottom of the list, regardless of the certificate the pilot is flying for, no whipsaw. No furlough at ASA while Skywest grows.

 

[Rez O. Lewshun]

How and why do the Skywest pilots get on this list.....?

 

[DGdaPilot]

How do you get one single list with three (soon to be two) operating certficates?

Eagle does it with two certificates (MQ and NA). One list.