Originally Posted by sailingfun

SWA just negotiated the pay rate for the 800. If they did not ask for a different pay rate during that negotiation its unlikely they will on the 2012 contract. SWAPA does not actually like the result of being at the top of the pay scales. They would like nothing better then for other airlines to regain their historical advantage. Being at the top has led to stagnation and no growth for the first time in their history. They have essentially had their current pay rates since 2002 and have asked for only token raises since then. Don't look for any major push on SWAPA's part for any large raises or changes in the contract in 2012. The critical negotiations for Delta pilots are USAir, American and United. It does not appear likely that any of those airlines will reach a agreement prior to our amendable date.