Fleet Updates from our bro's from the North(west)

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The below staffing forecasts are based on the currently projected 2009 flying level and staffing assumptions and reflect the best information available at the time of publication.

747-400 (DTW)
The flying level in the fall of 2009 is expected to be at the peak summer levels which are higher than the current scheduled spring flying level. To facilitate the transition to DL scheduling and staffing rules, including the use of more CA augment, awards are planned in the CA position for the remaining months in 2009. As there is increased use of CA augment, the possibility of displacements off the FO continues. However the exact number of displacements off the FO position will depend on the number of bid outs from the FO position.

747-200 (ANC and MSP)
The scheduled cargo flying level is projected to be at a slightly lower level for the summer and the rest of 2009, compared to the current level. Some of the impact of the schedule reduction is offset by the military charter operations; however, this will result in small staffing surpluses in all three B747-200 positions. The possibility of some displacements remains from all three ANC blockholder positions, but will be dependent on planned retirements and bid out activity which is expected to minimize the need for displacements. Displacements from MSP positions are possible, depending on where pilots displace to from other fleets. Relative base sizes are expected to remain unchanged.

A330 (DTW, MSP and SEA)
The A330 fleet will experience a higher flying level in the summer compared to the spring level and this incremental flying is expected to continue into the fall of 2009. This increase is due to the scheduled increase in international flying during the summer season as well as due to DL cross-fleeted routes. Awards are planned in both the CA and FO positions to plan for future retirements, to prepare for the transition to DL scheduling and staffing rules, and to support the increased flying level. However, the number of awards is expected to be higher in the FO position compared to the CA position. Awards could occur to any of the three bases depending on bid outs and retirements.

757 (DTW and MSP)
Due to the shift of flying from the higher capacity narrowbody aircraft (B757) to the smaller capacity equipment (primarily DC9) to optimally meet customer demand and account for the slowing economy, there is a resultant increase in staffing surplus on the B757 and corresponding shortage on the DC9. To appropriately staff the DC9 fleet and reduce the surplus created on the 757 fleet, displacements off both the seats of the 757 are needed. The number of displacements off the FO position is expected to be higher than the number off the CA position; however the exact number of displacements would depend on the bid out activity from the seats. Relative base sizes are expected to remain unchanged.

A320 (DTW, MEM, and MSP)
Staffing requirements and the flying level peak on the A320 during the summer season, with a reduction in flying during the fall as DL scheduling and staffing rules are implemented. Overall staffing levels should remain unchanged, although some volume of displacements are likely, particularly in the FO position, as B757 pilots displace into the A320 and the A320 pilots are displaced to support the increased DC9 flying level. Actual numbers of displacements will be driven by the number of pilots displacing into the A320 fleet. Relative base sizes should remain unchanged.

DC9 (DTW, MEM, and MSP)
As there is a shift of flying into the smaller capacity equipment, there is expected to be an increase in the DC9 flying in the spring leading up to a high summer schedule. The incremental DC9 staffing requirements are expected to be funded by displacements from other aircrafts, although some award activity is likely in the CA position. Relative base sizes are expected to remain unchanged.
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So how has this merger been going?

I haven't heard any good or bad things happening, is this one of the smoothest mergers ever?
 
So, it sounds like they're keeping about the same amount of pilots, just moving them around on different equipment. Hopefully, they won't decide to out source any more DC-9 routes to regional flying....
 
Cessnaflyer said:
So how has this merger been going?
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So far, no big difference that I've seen. But of course, I'm sequestered up in JFK and chose not to live in a base city so I'm a little out of touch compared to the average guy.

I haven't heard any good or bad things happening, is this one of the smoothest mergers ever?
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Nah, gotta wait for some displacements, some advance entitlements and a single operating certificate for the sparks to start flying!

Oh, and when we start combining cockpit and cabin crews.
 
Doug Taylor said:
So far, no big difference that I've seen. But of course, I'm sequestered up in JFK and chose not to live in a base city so I'm a little out of touch compared to the average guy.



Nah, gotta wait for some displacements, some advance entitlements and a single operating certificate for the sparks to start flying!

Oh, and when we start combining cockpit and cabin crews.
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You tell them Northwest boys keep their winter coats cause they better not even think bout movin to 'Alanna. Specially with them Airbus.
 
Cessnaflyer said:
So how has this merger been going?

I haven't heard any good or bad things happening, is this one of the smoothest mergers ever?
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It is going well over all. Flt Ops is on the ball. Tech Ops is having issues, and OCC needs to be imploded and redone. Other than that typical IT issues, but we are working though them.

There will be some fun this time next year as we see pilots moved around as the bases and equipment get realigned.
 
Am I mistaken or is there actually some good news in there? Despite the slight slowdown in cargo it seems NW is handling the recession well, especially good since the last recession just after 9/11 really hit them hard...:D
 
HVYMETALDRVR said:
Am I mistaken or is there actually some good news in there? Despite the slight slowdown in cargo it seems NW is handling the recession well, especially good since the last recession just after 9/11 really hit them hard...:D
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It's amazing what a properly managed BK BOHICAing will gain you next time the economy takes a dumper.....
 
Delta will need a significant fleet refresh 10-15 years from now. I'm guessing 300+ aircraft between the MD and 76/75 fleet.

By talking to Airbus, Delta gains significant leverage on the terms of any future contract signed with Airbus or Boeing.

As of late Boeing has painted itself into a corner and the benefits of the "exclusivity agreement" are dubious at best.

Cheers
George
 
acl65pilot said:
Looking yes, serious, I do not know.
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georgetg said:
Delta will need a significant fleet refresh 10-15 years from now. I'm guessing 300+ aircraft between the MD and 76/75 fleet.

By talking to Airbus, Delta gains significant leverage on the terms of any future contract signed with Airbus or Boeing.

As of late Boeing has painted itself into a corner and the benefits of the "exclusivity agreement" are dubious at best.

Cheers
George
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Also, I think the A350 also will own the 777 LR/ER!
 
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