"And also disappointed and angry are Skywest's F-50 pilots, who like many in the industry are not clear what the wet-lease from Alliance means to their career paths. "
I've spoken to afew of the lads, and as far as they are concerned, they are excited and happy about the news. They are well aware of the work and effort involved in phasing in a new type, and at the same time looking after the client. If that means having to use Alliance for afew months while they get set up properly etc and Alliance are used during this transitional period, then I'm sure the guys would more than understand that. I don't see what the complication seems to be about the arrangement. One 6 month block out of six (i.e 16-17%) of the contract done buy Alliance? big deal...