Re: Porter Airlines New Summer Destination
Posted: Mon Mar 31, 2008 1:42 pm
Today the flights to Newark began. Every single flight except the first departures were late lol. I would love to know why though.
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Shitty weather here... shitty weather there... Ground delay in Newark this afternoon... But despite all that, the launch was a complete success!gustind wrote:Today the flights to Newark began. Every single flight except the first departures were late lol. I would love to know why though.
I've got lots of time in the classic 100/300, and there is absolutly no comparison in terms of speed and comfort to the Q400. You should go for a ride sometime... I'll bet you'd be very surprised.tonysoprano wrote:Complex.
I think it depends on what part of the world you live in. In Canada, we have some very seasoned travellers who know very well the advantages of speed and altitude. Having said that, I have never flown in a "stretched dash" so I really shouldn't prejudge it. Maybe the fact that I flew the smaller version for years has left me with certain impressions. Back to the original topic, it's good to see Bobby D making a good run of it for now.
Have you been down to YTZ lately? Lots of expansion out on the ramp. Personally it's not pretty. But (up to now) it's proving a point.Well, ok. Now you're being an idiot.
For your sake, I hope you're right. To me, it means nothing. It's insignificant. That's why I can honestly say I wish you well. It doesn't affect me, ace. My comment was in response to your sarcasm, not your speculation. And judging by the tone you still maintain, my comment stands firm. City Express, Tyrolian. Brings back some memories. Yep, it's all just a memory. Wish they were still around. Oh ya they had turboprops didn't they? Say, what ever happened to them?It will probably be succesful for Porter for the same reason YTZ is now.
Excellent. Like many other turbo-prop operators, I thought they would be a stepping stone to "something bigger". But now, there is no desire to leave. We have lots of ex-jet guys who will never to back. If you want a job that you enjoy going to every day, you'll enjoy Porter.Phileas Fogg wrote:How is Porter to work for? Anyone on here work for them that can give some insight?
Good to hear, but in all fairness you have to admit that they could do better with the pay. I understand that if there is one place where they dropped the ball, that would be it. According to what I've heard from some of your guys, yes it is a great place to work, but there is a growing feeling of "show me the money". I'm sure many of us here would agree that at an airline level the left seat shouldn't be paying anything less than six figures. Especially given the added challenge of operating out of the Island.Valhalla wrote:Excellent. Like many other turbo-prop operators, I thought they would be a stepping stone to "something bigger". But now, there is no desire to leave. We have lots of ex-jet guys who will never to back. If you want a job that you enjoy going to every day, you'll enjoy Porter.Phileas Fogg wrote:How is Porter to work for? Anyone on here work for them that can give some insight?
Wrong.dashx wrote:
Jazz (oops Air Canada Jazz) still has a burning desire to get back into City Centre Airport lets not forget that.
You're right about that one. But, keep in mind that Porter is a startup and we all came knowing the salary and the challenges associated with a startup. I was there from day 1, and would love to see a six figure salary. That will come (and soon), because it has to. The pilot market - including that for experienced Q400 drivers - is too good, especially internationally, for the salary to not increase. It's been discussed at length internally, and management knows what they have to do.Bullwinkle wrote:Good to hear, but in all fairness you have to admit that they could do better with the pay. I understand that if there is one place where they dropped the ball, that would be it. According to what I've heard from some of your guys, yes it is a great place to work, but there is a growing feeling of "show me the money". I'm sure many of us here would agree that at an airline level the left seat shouldn't be paying anything less than six figures. Especially given the added challenge of operating out of the Island.
BTW congrats on New York.
And what would the Q400 represent? A great product, built by a heavily subsidized company. A company that will only allow Canadians to purchase their products (ie snowmobiles and quads) at home, where the price is substantially higher than across the border. A company that despite it's massive government tax breaks and manufacturing subsidies, is still planning on building it's new aircraft factory in the US.dashx wrote:Flying.
Just try to remember what the Q400 represents. And it is significant. And no I don't work for Bombardier either.
You'd be amazed how accommodating EWR controllers can be when the airplane can easily land on 11/29 max weight with a 20kt tailwind if need be and take 11/29 departures from an intersection under the same conditions.cggnl wrote:Friday Apr04/2008
After a week of sneaking off the Island for EWR during Ground Stops
or Ground Delay Programs the party is over. How's the EWR operation today?
Welcome to the big leagues and the true nature of EWR delays.
Rgds
Go to flyporter.com or if you are in YTZ, dress up nicely and drop your resume off at the office.Phileas Fogg wrote:Ok then...how do I get into Porter? ...and I am willing to purchase a Q400 type rating or sign a 50-year bond if needed.
I never once stated or hinted that EWR controllers were not accommodating on the 11-29pointyertoes wrote:You'd be amazed how accommodating EWR controllers can be when the airplane can easily land on 11/29 max weight with a 20kt tailwind if need be and take 11/29 departures from an intersection under the same conditions.cggnl wrote:Friday Apr04/2008
After a week of sneaking off the Island for EWR during Ground Stops
or Ground Delay Programs the party is over. How's the EWR operation today?
Welcome to the big leagues and the true nature of EWR delays.
Rgds
It's been along time since turboprops have been at EWR and they're finding that we can fit it quite well.
Really don't know what you were referring to in your original post. Porter plays by the same rules as everyone else. On the very first day, the weather was crap and I sat in the airplane at YTZ waiting for our flow time into EWR due to ground delays there. And on Friday, we experienced delays mid-day, like everyone else. Only difference is that we don't have to wait for flow back into YTZ.cggnl wrote:I never once stated or hinted that EWR controllers were not accommodating on the 11-29pointyertoes wrote:You'd be amazed how accommodating EWR controllers can be when the airplane can easily land on 11/29 max weight with a 20kt tailwind if need be and take 11/29 departures from an intersection under the same conditions.cggnl wrote:Friday Apr04/2008
After a week of sneaking off the Island for EWR during Ground Stops
or Ground Delay Programs the party is over. How's the EWR operation today?
Welcome to the big leagues and the true nature of EWR delays.
Rgds
It's been along time since turboprops have been at EWR and they're finding that we can fit it quite well.
option. However 11-29 was not available for a good chunk of the day on Friday. My question was how the operation was. Cancel any flights? Any big delays?
Rgds