Originally Posted by
Dan Sneddon
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One could write in ALPA, but then the Major vs. Regional mentality applies by which there is always a conflict of interest in bargaining (see above). . . .
Or, and the only logical conclusion, would be to choose IBT. This is the only choice which would protect the interests of all pilots working for Republic Airways Holdings. Not to be cliché, but “All-For-One and One-For-All.”
Doesn't the IBT represent both 'major' and 'regional' airlines too (they don't rep any of the legacy carriers, but do rep Airbus, Boeing, etc. operations)?
How can one argue that a vote for ALPA is any different than a vote for the IBT based purely on conflict of interest between pilots flying different sized aircraft - logic says otherwise.
Vote in ALPA, you're represented by a large national association dedicated to promoting the interests of pilots. Vote in IBT you're represented by a MUCH larger national association, but one that isn't dedicated to promoting the interests of pilots, but of trade unionism in general. That's the difference b/t the ALPA and the IBT.
What would Ted Nugent do, and would it affect my tax return?
