SWAPA might like SWA proposal

[Beech Balls]

SO, just take a staple because everything is great. Even in this global downturn, things will continue to get better and will always be stable!

I agree that the global downturn is a scary thing....BUT, that negative attitude doesn't help you at SWA. The reason AirTran's been bought by SWA, and not the other way around is because of intelligent growth, fiscal responsibility, and the culture and attitude of it's employees.
Capts at SWA would take a serious pay-cut before anyone EVER went on furlough, so don't worry about that. That's how much of a stake everyone feels they have at that company.

I seriously doubt some of the old farts over at AT would do that for a lowly FO...
SWA's old farts most probably would because they realize the importance of keeping the culture, and the atmosphere alive and stable, as it helps EVERYONE benefit, including them.

You won't get stapled, at least not completely from what we all hear, and if you don't like the huge pile of money and benefits that are being handed to you, then feel free to let the guys behind you move up one.

 

[redflyer65]

I agree that there is no way that ATL will shrink. I think the opposite is true. There will be more gate efficencies with Southwest, and therefore more flights.

Every gate will most like have an originator on it every AM. I think it could be in the running for our largest crew base.

 

[slaquer5]

I agree that there is no way that ATL will shrink. I think the opposite is true. There will be more gate efficencies with Southwest, and therefore more flights.

Every gate will most like have an originator on it every AM. I think it could be in the running for our largest crew base.

It will be the largest crew base. Hence, they want a seasoned Chief Pilot to go there (TD). If anyone thinks ATL is going to shrink, put your money where you mouth is. I will call it ATL insurance as so its not a bet. ATL will have close to 300 flights a day.

 

[Kharma Police]

It will be the largest crew base. Hence, they want a seasoned Chief Pilot to go there (TD). If anyone thinks ATL is going to shrink, put your money where you mouth is. I will call it ATL insurance as so its not a bet. ATL will have close to 300 flights a day.

What we have been hearing is that the flying will increase, however, the crew base itself will shrink. Have the SW guys heard something different?

 

[flynvixen]

Hmm, i think SWA offered you all jobs and you turned them down right? Yeah, I'm sure everybody will feel really bad for you.

Spoken by a true man of vision..........if anyone can screw this deal up it is the job killing machine ALPA.

Staple staple

 

[Tripower455]

All I keep hearing is that ATL will grow, even after we fix the less efficient AT manning model.

I predict it's gonna be the new OAK for the junior guys.

 

[flynvixen]

Airtran= A bunch of ingrates. They will be the end of the SWA legacy. There are other airlines that would take a staple no questions asked. And at least 7000 people with apps on file that could fill their positions, and likely meet their qualifications. What say SWA? When does the hiring begin? Stop wasting time on these losers.

Well said, I hope they vote this deal down and are sent packing with their RJ's or can find peace working for Texas Sub Corp.

Staple staple

 

[Daddy]

I dont think anyone can intelligently speak to ATL's future for the short term without knowing what will happen in the SLI, but long term, that base will be a monster. It is a giant hole in the system now with little connection out west from airtran...it will be big....300 a day may be low for ATL.

 

[flynvixen]

That sucks, I was hoping to get some new blood in Atlanta, especially some former ASA buds. Instead ATL will be, "The Island of Misfit Toys".

And greedy Trannys

 

[Kharma Police]

And greedy Trannys

Greed is good, do you want to join my cartel in Atlanta?