Brundage now says labor is a brick in AA's backpack

[Barfbag]

Not true. AA owns 383 aircraft, has capital leases on another 86, and operating leases on 205.

Yep, they " own ", they also owe four times what they " own ". No beef here.

 

[FrequentFlierCA]

<_< ----- Flyer, have you ever considered that "management" might be more than a small part of the problem?----- I don't believe AA has ever broken down the $$$ of it's labor cost between management, and non-management! At least not to my recollection!----- Why is that?

I do consider that. But I also look at AA and see the following:

* Only legacy to avoid bankruptcy, thanks to its employees' sacrifices AND capable leadership
* Finances are turning around (losses are shrinking) despite the major cost disadvantages relative to competitors
* Good strategic thinking and planning (alliances and partnerships) are leading to route growth and new (union) jobs

So while they're far from perfect at AA HQ, I have a hard time seeing them as the demons they are so often portrayed on this board.

 

[Ken MacTiernan]

Will AA ever learn the value of a respected work force?

 

[chris perry]

Will AA ever learn the value of a respected work force?

Doubtful Ken they show no sign of any pulse !!!! Its pure greed pumping....

 

[MCI transplant]

I do consider that. But I also look at AA and see the following:

* Only legacy to avoid bankruptcy, thanks to its employees' sacrifices AND capable leadership
* Finances are turning around (losses are shrinking) despite the major cost disadvantages relative to competitors
* Good strategic thinking and planning (alliances and partnerships) are leading to route growth and new (union) jobs

So while they're far from perfect at AA HQ, I have a hard time seeing them as the demons they are so often portrayed on this board.

<_< ------ A grand speech Flier!------ But you still haven't answer my question! AA's management loves to reference AA's labor costs. But has never broken that figure down! How much of that cost is directly attributed to management, or non-contract employees?

 

[telebender1956]

I hope that tomorrow Mr. Brundage has a heavier pack due to more bricks. AA MANAGEMENT has it upside down. The Airline operates because of the Aircraft and that means that aircraft need pilots,F/A's, mechanics, and support personnel. They have a job because of the aircraft and because we are necessary to operate the airline.Without the aircraft there are no pilots, F/A,s, Mechanics, or support personnel and without us there is no NEED FOR THEM.
Where does AA get most of its revenue from? From the aircraft flights of cargo and people and the people who are closest to the aircraft and not the VP's at DFW HDQ.

 

[eolesen]

AA's management loves to reference AA's labor costs. But has never broken that figure down! How much of that cost is directly attributed to management, or non-contract employees?

I'd also love to see that comparison, if for no other reason to shut down the urban myths about how much AMR's management overhead is...