Join the team that has made Hong Kong's own airline an international leader in the aviation business. Cathay Pacific needs talented and committed service minded people who can apply their own special skills to help keep the airline flying high. A Cathay Pacific Flight Attendant is a very special person: an ambassador, a safety expert and a caregiver. If you've always dreamed of a high-flying career, here is your chance. Join the team. Share the dream.
Perhaps you are one of the multi-talented people needed to provide Cathay Pacific passengers with an excellent level of safety, comfort and service. The airline is looking for individuals with a warm, caring and pleasant personality who can demonstrate empathy in service with people from a variety of cultures and countries. If you are service orientated with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, this could be the job for you. You'll make long-lasting friendships on your way to becoming an important member of the Cathay Pacific team.
An intensive training program covers the technical and service aspects of flying. The practical sessions in an aircraft mock-up will teach you how to think and react quickly and turn problems into opportunities. In addition, the training will enhance your interpersonal skills and help you to grow as a person.
To become a Flight Attendant with Cathay Pacific:
• You must be educated to high school level or higher
• You must have US citizenship or resident status or the right to live and work in the United States
• You must be 19 years of age or above with a minimum overhead arm reach of 81.9 inches
• You must be fluent in written and spoken English and be fluent in one of the following languages: Cantonese, Mandarin, Vietnamese, Tagalog, or Japanese
Previous experience in the service industry is preferable
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Monday, November 09, 2009
Monday, October 26, 2009
Spirit Airlines is Hiring Flight Attendants!
Spirit Airlines, Inc. is the largest Ultra Low Cost Carrier in the United States, Latin America and The Caribbean. Its all-Airbus fleet, the youngest in the Americas, flies more than 150 daily flights to 40 destinations. The company is based in Miramar, Florida, and employs 2,300 professionals.
Essential Duties:
• Responsible for providing a welcoming environment to airline customers during their flight.
• Provide exemplary customer service and ensure the safety of all customers aboard the aircraft.
• Maintain compliance with all Federal Aviation Regulations and Spirit Airlines’ policies and procedures.
• Effectively market and sell onboard products and generate incremental revenue from customers
• Provides leadership, direction and assistance to fellow employees and passengers.
Requirements:
• 2 years of experience in the Customer Service, Hospitality and/or Sales/Merchandising industry.
• Must be dependable, energetic, outgoing, a team player and demonstrate leadership and exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Must be flexible and willing to relocate.
• Able to work flexible hours, days and holidays.
• Able to communicate effectively.
• Must maintain a polished, professional and conservative appearance at all times.
• Minimum Age 18.
• High School Diploma or GED required, College degree preferred.
• Must be proficient in English language, Bilingual preferred.
• Must have valid passports/documents with the ability to travel in and out of the USA and to all cities/countries served by Spirit Airlines at the start of Initial Flight Attendant training.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds from floor to shoulder level, ability to reach aircraft overhead bins and storage areas.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Required to attend and successfully complete Initial Flight Attendant training.
If you are interested in joining the largest Ultra Low Cost Carrier, please visit the company website to apply online.
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Essential Duties:
• Responsible for providing a welcoming environment to airline customers during their flight.
• Provide exemplary customer service and ensure the safety of all customers aboard the aircraft.
• Maintain compliance with all Federal Aviation Regulations and Spirit Airlines’ policies and procedures.
• Effectively market and sell onboard products and generate incremental revenue from customers
• Provides leadership, direction and assistance to fellow employees and passengers.
Requirements:
• 2 years of experience in the Customer Service, Hospitality and/or Sales/Merchandising industry.
• Must be dependable, energetic, outgoing, a team player and demonstrate leadership and exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Must be flexible and willing to relocate.
• Able to work flexible hours, days and holidays.
• Able to communicate effectively.
• Must maintain a polished, professional and conservative appearance at all times.
• Minimum Age 18.
• High School Diploma or GED required, College degree preferred.
• Must be proficient in English language, Bilingual preferred.
• Must have valid passports/documents with the ability to travel in and out of the USA and to all cities/countries served by Spirit Airlines at the start of Initial Flight Attendant training.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds from floor to shoulder level, ability to reach aircraft overhead bins and storage areas.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Required to attend and successfully complete Initial Flight Attendant training.
If you are interested in joining the largest Ultra Low Cost Carrier, please visit the company website to apply online.
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Monday, October 19, 2009
Qatar is Hiring Cabin Crew!
Qatar Airways is one of the fastest growing airlines in the world with an expanding route network covering the Middle East, Far East, Africa, Asia and Europe, with a modern fleet of A300-600, A319/A320/A321 and A330 aircraft. The airline is in the process of expansion and is based in Doha, a modern commercial centre and growing tourist destination. Qatar Airways Cabin Crew have been voted “Best in the Middle East” for the fourth year running and voted second "Best in the World". Their attention to delivering unsurpassed in-flight service has earned the airline a 5-Star ranking from Skytrax –as one of only four 5-Star airlines worldwide.
Benefits
Qatar is a multi-national airline that hires from all nationalities and countries. All Cabin Crew are based in Doha, the State of Qatar and the airline offers a competitive tax-free package in Qatar of over US $ 1,579 per month plus hotel meal allowances, free furnished sharing accommodation, medical insurance and airline benefits. Career prospects and personal development opportunities are tremendous in a dynamic and exciting environment.
This is a career opportunity to earn an excellent remuneration package, travel the world and be our flying ambassador for Qatar Airways.
How to Apply
To be considered for this opportunity, you will need the following:
*Minimum age of 20 years
*Minimum arm reach of 212 cms on tip toes
*Ideally, previous Airline, Customer Service, Nursing or Hospitality experience
Preference will be given to candidates with outgoing personalities, good interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
To join this winning team, please apply online with your resume attaching a postcard-sized full-length colour photograph against a plain background.
Dress Code
The dress code for both photographs and interviews must be smart business attire as follows:
Females:
Dress: Knee-length skirt/dress and half-sleeve blouse. Hair: Neat and tied back if long.
Males:
Business suit, shirt and tie.
The airline accepts images by email in the following formats: JPG/JPEG or GIF. (Note: Try to keep the size below 50KB).
All expenses and arrangements related to your attending this Recruitment Campaign would be borne / made by you.
If you meet the above requirements and wish to apply, please visit the Qatar website at www.qatarairways.com
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Benefits
Qatar is a multi-national airline that hires from all nationalities and countries. All Cabin Crew are based in Doha, the State of Qatar and the airline offers a competitive tax-free package in Qatar of over US $ 1,579 per month plus hotel meal allowances, free furnished sharing accommodation, medical insurance and airline benefits. Career prospects and personal development opportunities are tremendous in a dynamic and exciting environment.
This is a career opportunity to earn an excellent remuneration package, travel the world and be our flying ambassador for Qatar Airways.
How to Apply
To be considered for this opportunity, you will need the following:
*Minimum age of 20 years
*Minimum arm reach of 212 cms on tip toes
*Ideally, previous Airline, Customer Service, Nursing or Hospitality experience
Preference will be given to candidates with outgoing personalities, good interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
To join this winning team, please apply online with your resume attaching a postcard-sized full-length colour photograph against a plain background.
Dress Code
The dress code for both photographs and interviews must be smart business attire as follows:
Females:
Dress: Knee-length skirt/dress and half-sleeve blouse. Hair: Neat and tied back if long.
Males:
Business suit, shirt and tie.
The airline accepts images by email in the following formats: JPG/JPEG or GIF. (Note: Try to keep the size below 50KB).
All expenses and arrangements related to your attending this Recruitment Campaign would be borne / made by you.
If you meet the above requirements and wish to apply, please visit the Qatar website at www.qatarairways.com
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Monday, October 05, 2009
AFA-CWA Contract Status Updates
AFA-CWA Legal, Collective Bargaining Staff Attend Annual Meeting
The AFA-CWA Legal and Collective Bargaining Departments held a joint annual staff meeting last week at International headquarters. Here are some of the contract status highlights by carrier (reprinted from the October 1st AFA-CWA E-Newsletter):
CARRIER UPDATES
AirTran
The AFA-CWA Negotiating Committee is preparing for another negotiations session with management. Negotiations are moving into areas which have associated costs so forward progress has slowed somewhat. The Committee is rolling out its mobilizing effort and launching a campaign to raise awareness about the importance of a union contract and of wearing the AFA pin.
Air Wisconsin
Negotiations continued in Appleton, WI, September 10 and 11. The parties were able to reach a tentative agreement on Section 24- Agency Shop and Dues Check-off. Negotiations will resume October 20-22 in Appleton.
American Eagle
The AFA-CWA Negotiating Committee is in the process of finalizing opening proposals while establishing and gearing up the Mobilization Committee.
America West (US Airways-West)
America West (US Airways-West) flight attendants are mobilizing behind their Negotiating Committee which has petitioned the National Mediation Board to resume oversight of their negotiations under Section 6 of the Railway Labor Act. Negotiations under Section 6 had been in recess pending the outcome of negotiations over a merged agreement between US Airways East and West flight attendants. Those talks have stretched on for over three years and the West flight attendants need immediate economic relief. When presented with this information by the Negotiating Committee at a series of roadshows in August, many flight attendants eagerly signed up to be part of the West's VOICE Committee. VOICE stands for Volunteer Organizers for Information, Communication and Education.
In mid-September, VOICE Chair Scott Barnes and International Staff Representative Guy Bosworth held two initial committee trainings which covered the process for negotiations under the Railway Labor Act, the importance of mobilization in support of that process, the basics of any mobilization campaign, how to communicate one-on-one with their fellow flight attendants and the importance of solidarity and organized collective actions in support of negotiations. The group also spent time brainstorming ideas for solidarity building activities that could be performed over the next few months.
The VOICE Committee has doubled in size and continues to grow as its members begin educating and mobilizing the West flight attendants in support of their common goal of economic equality through a ratified contract.
Lynx
Negotiations continued for a first flight attendant agreement September 15-17 in Denver, CO. The AFA-CWA Negotiating Committee was able to reach tentative agreements on two sections, including Employee Assistance and Professional Standards and Filling of Vacancies, as well as make progress on several other sections.
Northwest
Recently negotiated Letters of Agreement memorializing certain current practices have been finalized. The Negotiating Committee just completed an agreement on the newly negotiated Split Line Flying Program which will give the flight attendants a much greater degree of schedule flexibility and allow the company relief on seasonal staffing levels (see Union Contract Secures Split Line Flying below). The organizing drive is in high gear.
Piedmont
The Piedmont Negotiating Committee met at AFA-CWA headquarters in Washington, DC, September 21 and 22. The committee spent this time continuing to shape the bargaining strategies and priorities it will employ when meetings with company resume on October 13 in Salisbury, MD. Pictured from the left, AFA-CWA Intl. Sr. Staff Negotiator Mark Littleton with Piedmont Negotiating Committee members Heather Rudy, Ray Robinson and Anita Jwanouskos, Chair.
PSA
The PSA Negotiating Committee will meet with PSA management October 20 - 22, 2009 for a third round of negotiations. During the last session some progress was made. The MEC is hopeful that the next session will be even more productive and that more meaningful sections such as scheduling will be discussed and agreed upon.
United
On August 7, 2009, United Airlines management and the AFA-CWA Negotiating Committee jointly petitioned the National Mediation Board for Assistance. Mediator John Livingood was assigned to the negotiations. On August 19, 2009, United management refused to proceed with direct negotiations unless AFA-CWA agreed to certain preconditions. AFA-CWA would not agree and direct negotiations ceased.
On September 9, 2009, AFA-CWA met with John Livingood and presented the status of the negotiation. United management met with Mediator Livingood the next day. Mediator Livingood scheduled a negotiation session for October 27-29, 2009, in Chicago. The parties will met September 22-24, 2009, to set the agenda for the upcoming direct negotiation with the mediator.
To date, the parties have completed a review of 31 of 35 sections of the collective bargaining agreement. There have been 15 sessions over the course of 19 weeks for a total of 40 days of direct negotiations. Only six sections have been closed in tentative agreements, five of which have been book. The amendable date of the agreement is January 7, 2010.
US Airways
Negotiations continued for a single agreement on August 9-11 in Phoenix, AZ with the discussion continuing to focus on scheduling issues.
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The AFA-CWA Legal and Collective Bargaining Departments held a joint annual staff meeting last week at International headquarters. Here are some of the contract status highlights by carrier (reprinted from the October 1st AFA-CWA E-Newsletter):
CARRIER UPDATES
AirTran
The AFA-CWA Negotiating Committee is preparing for another negotiations session with management. Negotiations are moving into areas which have associated costs so forward progress has slowed somewhat. The Committee is rolling out its mobilizing effort and launching a campaign to raise awareness about the importance of a union contract and of wearing the AFA pin.
Air Wisconsin
Negotiations continued in Appleton, WI, September 10 and 11. The parties were able to reach a tentative agreement on Section 24- Agency Shop and Dues Check-off. Negotiations will resume October 20-22 in Appleton.
American Eagle
The AFA-CWA Negotiating Committee is in the process of finalizing opening proposals while establishing and gearing up the Mobilization Committee.
America West (US Airways-West)
America West (US Airways-West) flight attendants are mobilizing behind their Negotiating Committee which has petitioned the National Mediation Board to resume oversight of their negotiations under Section 6 of the Railway Labor Act. Negotiations under Section 6 had been in recess pending the outcome of negotiations over a merged agreement between US Airways East and West flight attendants. Those talks have stretched on for over three years and the West flight attendants need immediate economic relief. When presented with this information by the Negotiating Committee at a series of roadshows in August, many flight attendants eagerly signed up to be part of the West's VOICE Committee. VOICE stands for Volunteer Organizers for Information, Communication and Education.
In mid-September, VOICE Chair Scott Barnes and International Staff Representative Guy Bosworth held two initial committee trainings which covered the process for negotiations under the Railway Labor Act, the importance of mobilization in support of that process, the basics of any mobilization campaign, how to communicate one-on-one with their fellow flight attendants and the importance of solidarity and organized collective actions in support of negotiations. The group also spent time brainstorming ideas for solidarity building activities that could be performed over the next few months.
The VOICE Committee has doubled in size and continues to grow as its members begin educating and mobilizing the West flight attendants in support of their common goal of economic equality through a ratified contract.
Lynx
Negotiations continued for a first flight attendant agreement September 15-17 in Denver, CO. The AFA-CWA Negotiating Committee was able to reach tentative agreements on two sections, including Employee Assistance and Professional Standards and Filling of Vacancies, as well as make progress on several other sections.
Northwest
Recently negotiated Letters of Agreement memorializing certain current practices have been finalized. The Negotiating Committee just completed an agreement on the newly negotiated Split Line Flying Program which will give the flight attendants a much greater degree of schedule flexibility and allow the company relief on seasonal staffing levels (see Union Contract Secures Split Line Flying below). The organizing drive is in high gear.
Piedmont
The Piedmont Negotiating Committee met at AFA-CWA headquarters in Washington, DC, September 21 and 22. The committee spent this time continuing to shape the bargaining strategies and priorities it will employ when meetings with company resume on October 13 in Salisbury, MD. Pictured from the left, AFA-CWA Intl. Sr. Staff Negotiator Mark Littleton with Piedmont Negotiating Committee members Heather Rudy, Ray Robinson and Anita Jwanouskos, Chair.
PSA
The PSA Negotiating Committee will meet with PSA management October 20 - 22, 2009 for a third round of negotiations. During the last session some progress was made. The MEC is hopeful that the next session will be even more productive and that more meaningful sections such as scheduling will be discussed and agreed upon.
United
On August 7, 2009, United Airlines management and the AFA-CWA Negotiating Committee jointly petitioned the National Mediation Board for Assistance. Mediator John Livingood was assigned to the negotiations. On August 19, 2009, United management refused to proceed with direct negotiations unless AFA-CWA agreed to certain preconditions. AFA-CWA would not agree and direct negotiations ceased.
On September 9, 2009, AFA-CWA met with John Livingood and presented the status of the negotiation. United management met with Mediator Livingood the next day. Mediator Livingood scheduled a negotiation session for October 27-29, 2009, in Chicago. The parties will met September 22-24, 2009, to set the agenda for the upcoming direct negotiation with the mediator.
To date, the parties have completed a review of 31 of 35 sections of the collective bargaining agreement. There have been 15 sessions over the course of 19 weeks for a total of 40 days of direct negotiations. Only six sections have been closed in tentative agreements, five of which have been book. The amendable date of the agreement is January 7, 2010.
US Airways
Negotiations continued for a single agreement on August 9-11 in Phoenix, AZ with the discussion continuing to focus on scheduling issues.
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Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Emirates is Hiring Again!
Award-winning Emirates Airline operates an ultra modern and fast growing fleet of wide bodied Airbus and Boeing long haul aircraft.
With their rapid growth, both in fleet size and network, Emirates is always on the lookout for exceptional career minded people. They currently employ people from over 120 different nationalities who speak over 80 different languages to cater for the truly multicultural clientele of over 88 destinations. The diversity and mix of nationalities, cultures, religions and ethnic backgrounds recruited into Emirates has contributed positively to the success they have achieved as an international Airline.
The Emirates recruitment team interviews candidates in many countries across the globe, with a focus on selecting those who have the natural ability to provide excellent service within a multicultural team environment. As Emirates expands its destinations the recruitment of candidates from other nationalities and backgrounds will continue.
AirlineCareer.com posts information on upcoming Cabin Crew Open Days and Global Assessment Days.
Benefits
A three year renewable contract.
A tax-free starting salary of AED 3,640 (approx. US$ 1,000) plus flying pay of approximately US$ 600 per month.
High quality furnished shared accommodation (own bedroom).
Comprehensive medical coverage.
Free duty transport.
End-of-service benefits. A bonus is also payable on completion of the first three year contract.
Emirates will provide you annually with a confirmed ticket to your home country.
Generous travel concessions on Emirates and other airlines.
Requirements
Every new cabin crew will be provided with comprehensive training in our state-of-the-art training college. However to qualify for this opportunity, you will need to meet the following criteria:
Minimum age 21 years at the time of application.
Minimum arm reach of 212 cms (83.5 inches) on tip toes, which will enable you to reach emergency equipment on all aircraft types.
Educated to at least high school standard.
Medically fit to meet aircrew requirements.
Fluent in written and spoken English (fluency in another language is an asset).
Previous experience in the service/hospitality industry is an advantage.
Finally, you will be the sort of person who has the natural ability to provide excellent service within a team environment.
If you are successful, you will be located in Dubai, the most modern and cosmopolitan of the Gulf cities, which is becoming renowned for its high-class tourist facilities and its high standard of living.
If you meet the above requirements and wish to apply, please visit the Emirates website.
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Monday, August 31, 2009
Don't Let the Economy Discourage Your Flight Attendant Job Search
Escalating fuel prices and intense competition has forced several airlines to cease operations or file for bankruptcy in recent months. Analysts predict that some of the weakest airlines may soon follow suit.
With the surplus of experienced flight attendants now without a job, many of our members and ezine readers worry that they will be unable to compete for a position with these seasoned veterans.
Before you throw away your resume and head down to the nearest Home Depot for a job, consider some of the following facts.
The airline industry has an extremely cyclical nature. External forces such as fuel prices, the overall economy, terrorist threats and passenger load factors will affect each airline’s bottom line. During difficult economic times, airlines will attempt to curtail operations, especially on money-losing routes. This usually results in widespread layoffs across all employee groups. Weaker airlines with limited liquidity will be forced to close their doors.
With fewer airlines operating, there are fewer jobs available and therefore a high degree of competition for those remaining jobs. This is the environment we are in at the present time. Although many airlines have suspended their hiring programs, there are still many jobs available at airlines that continue to hire. AirlineCareer.com still tracks about 24 airlines currently hiring or at least accepting resumes.
Because there is a surplus of experienced flight attendants does not mean that you cannot land a flight attendant job. Some airline Human Resource Departments actually prefer to hire people with no experience. This allows them to train each individual in accordance with their own specific airline procedures. Some hiring departments have told us that they have had problems with former flight attendants who insist on doing things the way they used to in their previous airline.
The other point to keep in mind is that not all former flight attendants will be seeking another flight attendant job. Starting out at a new airline at the bottom of a seniority list is not something that everyone wants to do, especially if you have been a senior flight attendant with many years of service. It would mean working as a reserve flight attendant again, flying weekends and holidays and having very little control over your schedule. Those who have been temporarily furloughed will typically wait to be called back by their own airline when the economy improves or they will pursue a different career.
So the bottom line is this. If you are eager to become a flight attendant, don’t let the fact that we are in a downturn distract you from your goal. Competition will be increased due to recent layoffs and airline shutdowns, but the opportunities are still out there. If you have what it takes to become a flight attendant, go for it. And once you have landed your job, rest assured that the economic cycle will turn upward again soon. It always does.
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With the surplus of experienced flight attendants now without a job, many of our members and ezine readers worry that they will be unable to compete for a position with these seasoned veterans.
Before you throw away your resume and head down to the nearest Home Depot for a job, consider some of the following facts.
The airline industry has an extremely cyclical nature. External forces such as fuel prices, the overall economy, terrorist threats and passenger load factors will affect each airline’s bottom line. During difficult economic times, airlines will attempt to curtail operations, especially on money-losing routes. This usually results in widespread layoffs across all employee groups. Weaker airlines with limited liquidity will be forced to close their doors.
With fewer airlines operating, there are fewer jobs available and therefore a high degree of competition for those remaining jobs. This is the environment we are in at the present time. Although many airlines have suspended their hiring programs, there are still many jobs available at airlines that continue to hire. AirlineCareer.com still tracks about 24 airlines currently hiring or at least accepting resumes.
Because there is a surplus of experienced flight attendants does not mean that you cannot land a flight attendant job. Some airline Human Resource Departments actually prefer to hire people with no experience. This allows them to train each individual in accordance with their own specific airline procedures. Some hiring departments have told us that they have had problems with former flight attendants who insist on doing things the way they used to in their previous airline.
The other point to keep in mind is that not all former flight attendants will be seeking another flight attendant job. Starting out at a new airline at the bottom of a seniority list is not something that everyone wants to do, especially if you have been a senior flight attendant with many years of service. It would mean working as a reserve flight attendant again, flying weekends and holidays and having very little control over your schedule. Those who have been temporarily furloughed will typically wait to be called back by their own airline when the economy improves or they will pursue a different career.
So the bottom line is this. If you are eager to become a flight attendant, don’t let the fact that we are in a downturn distract you from your goal. Competition will be increased due to recent layoffs and airline shutdowns, but the opportunities are still out there. If you have what it takes to become a flight attendant, go for it. And once you have landed your job, rest assured that the economic cycle will turn upward again soon. It always does.
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Monday, August 17, 2009
Fizzled Frontier Deal, Stock Slump put Dent in Southwest Airlines' Reputation
This is an interesting article about Soutwest published yesterday by ERIC TORBENSON / The Dallas Morning News:
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After a whirlwind romance with bankrupt Frontier Airlines, Dallas' own Southwest Airlines finds itself jilted and facing some tough realities.
Southwest's bid hinged in part on getting its pilots' union to make a deal with Frontier's, but it didn't happen. Southwest dropped its bid and let Republic Airways Group Inc. win Denver-based Frontier.
The loss surprised many longtime Southwest watchers. The industry's most successful airline has almost always gotten what it wanted, whether it be gates at Chicago's Midway Airport in December 2004, a negotiated end to the flight restrictions at its home airport of Dallas Love Field in 2006 or the purchase of coveted landings lots in New York last year.
Once the belle of the airline ball, Southwest is 38 years old, it's shrinking its schedule for the first time ever, its profits have fallen sharply and its union wage rates are the industry's highest.
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After a whirlwind romance with bankrupt Frontier Airlines, Dallas' own Southwest Airlines finds itself jilted and facing some tough realities.
Southwest's bid hinged in part on getting its pilots' union to make a deal with Frontier's, but it didn't happen. Southwest dropped its bid and let Republic Airways Group Inc. win Denver-based Frontier.
The loss surprised many longtime Southwest watchers. The industry's most successful airline has almost always gotten what it wanted, whether it be gates at Chicago's Midway Airport in December 2004, a negotiated end to the flight restrictions at its home airport of Dallas Love Field in 2006 or the purchase of coveted landings lots in New York last year.
Once the belle of the airline ball, Southwest is 38 years old, it's shrinking its schedule for the first time ever, its profits have fallen sharply and its union wage rates are the industry's highest.
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