Originally Posted by
FIIGMO
Are you saying get DPA in now or wait to see what happens and then vote DPA? I want to hear what DPA has to say and I am NOT convinced they can deliver and do better before this contract deadline...... That is not to say they cant in the future but time is running out. MGMT will use DPA and ALPA to fracture the pilot group. It plays right into their hands...
I am very curious as to why you state DPA will get the contract we deserve? I am sure of their intent and I support it but DPA has a lot to do to be making such bold statements... am I wrong here?
I just want an opener from DALPA that reflects what we deserve. I haven't been hearing flattering numbers lately. If the Airtran guys can get SWA wages, I think we deserve them too. The best way to steer DALPA in the right direction is to give them something to think about, ie the DPA. We need to get their attention, and sending in the card means you'd like a vote, not that you're ready to throw DALPA away. How has SWAPA done for their pilots? Our dues numbers are huge, and if DALPA doesn't want to respect what we want, then we should seek other alternatives. I really hope the DALPA opener is positive and reflective of our wants. I won't let them manage my expectations. I will fill out that survey and I have expectations of my own, as should we all.