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XJ MEMO #09-40
TO: All pilots
FROM: XXXXX, Director of Flight Operations
SUBJECT: Upcoming staffing changes
As we announced earlier this month, Delta Air Lines has decided to reduce our Saab fleet by ten aircraft beginning this September. This reduction, along with Delta’s plans for diminished capacity this fall, will significantly impact Mesaba’s operation, and we must adjust our business plan.
As a result, Mesaba will be furloughing approximately 100 to 110 pilots. The first furloughs will start in August and continue into the fall. Mesaba will also displace approximately 65 to 75 Saab captains. Displaced pilots will be able to bid for a new position based on their seniority. These staffing reductions are based on our current fleet plan and projected aircraft utilization. If further changes occur, the staffing plan will be revised. The staffing reductions did assume the use of Time Off Without Pay (TOWOP) as well as Half-Time Lines (HTL), based on the recent Letter Of Agreement (LOA).
Today’s announcement is not an easy one to make, but it is a reality of our industry’s current economic challenges. A voluntary furlough notice will be posted today. If you have any questions, please contact your Chief Pilot or myself.
XXXX
Director Flight Operations
Mesaba Airlines
TO: All pilots
FROM: XXXXX, Director of Flight Operations
SUBJECT: Upcoming staffing changes
As we announced earlier this month, Delta Air Lines has decided to reduce our Saab fleet by ten aircraft beginning this September. This reduction, along with Delta’s plans for diminished capacity this fall, will significantly impact Mesaba’s operation, and we must adjust our business plan.
As a result, Mesaba will be furloughing approximately 100 to 110 pilots. The first furloughs will start in August and continue into the fall. Mesaba will also displace approximately 65 to 75 Saab captains. Displaced pilots will be able to bid for a new position based on their seniority. These staffing reductions are based on our current fleet plan and projected aircraft utilization. If further changes occur, the staffing plan will be revised. The staffing reductions did assume the use of Time Off Without Pay (TOWOP) as well as Half-Time Lines (HTL), based on the recent Letter Of Agreement (LOA).
Today’s announcement is not an easy one to make, but it is a reality of our industry’s current economic challenges. A voluntary furlough notice will be posted today. If you have any questions, please contact your Chief Pilot or myself.
XXXX
Director Flight Operations
Mesaba Airlines