Yep GH but I understand that the progression thing you're talking about only applies if the airline ceases to exist (as was the case with Southern) and is absorbed into another company (ie. Eastern). However if Eastern and Sunnies
merge then the above does not apply.
At least this is how it was recently explained to me.
A little birdie has informed me that the integration of Eastern and Sunnies is already underway but still a fair way off due to differences in procedures and policies.
On a completely different note, congratulations Wing8! All the best for your training school, great to see your patience paid off!
Safe flying,
SG