It is very odd that he neglects to mention that when the merger was initially proposed that there was to be ONE operating certificate.
Since they "restructured" Polar and signed an agreement with DHL that there would continue to be two separate and independent operating certificates.
Again, one of the cornestones of the deal changed, yet it is not recognized.
Until and unless this is done, the better relationship between management and Polar Crewmembers that we all seek will be hard to establish
I must admit there are several notes that divide the pilot groups, and even further allies the Atlas Crews with Management, almost an (US vs. Them) vs. THEM.
My interpretations:
1) Polar got gutted because they were unprofitable in their present form. So we went in, made some tough decisons, found an anchor customer in DHL and have made it a viable entity, to exploit the 5th freedom rights, Japanese Landing rights and align a brand with DHL
2) Atlas is a MUCH larger company, so why should Atlas crewmembers care about PO pilots?
3) The growth carrot is dangled with an implication that if AAWH fleet doesn't grow, it's the pilots fault. Do you honestly think the share holders care if AAWH grows if there is one or two pilot groups?
4) DHL potential? BS...Is Flynn lying to the shareholders or the pilot group? (I know who I'd bet on....)
Don't let managment make your decisions for you....
Fly Safe
