Well what do you usapa apologists think of this update? Sounds like the rats are getting a little worried.
Washington Domicile Update 08/17/2011
Fellow DC pilots,
On Friday August 12, a hearing was held in the CLT Federal District court on the company's request to obtain a Temporary Restraining Order, TRO, against USAPA for an alleged illegal job action. The TRO request relates to US Airways' "Complaint for Injunctive Relief" which was filed against USAPA on July 29th, 2011. No rulings were issued but another hearing and possible action was scheduled for Friday August 19th.
Due to the increase in legal activities and the seriousness of the outcomes on our union we have been attempting some fact finding. In accordance with a legal resolution the BPR passed last April, we had a conversation with two other Representatives and Lee Seham, USAPA's General Council.
In our conversation with Lee, we learned of some issues related to the numerous legal challenges facing us, which we were not earlier made aware of. We both feel strongly that these issues need to be heard and addressed, in an urgent manner by your Board. Therefore, we are attempting to work in concert with our fellow Board members, and are calling for a Special Meeting of the BPR to be held in CLT in the very near future. It is also our intent to ensure that Lee be available to personally address the Board at this meeting. In the interest of transparency, we hope to be able to provide further details to you, shortly after we have had a chance to convene.
In the meantime, we once again remind you of what we published a week ago:
"We condemn any illegal actions or operations not in accordance with company policies. We know that all of you see the problems with the constant push for on time performance and the pressure to overlook many safety related items. Please continue to do your job as you always have done, professionally and safely, while following company edicts of safety, passenger comfort, schedule and efficiency. Thank you for your continued professionalism."
We would also like to state, that neither of us have voted for, or approved, any concerted effort asking you to take part in any operational slowdowns or illegal activities contrary to our contract and the regulations of the Railway Labor Act. We ask, as always, that you conduct a safe operation for our passengers and crews, but stress that you stay mindful of any line between safety and perceived illegal actions.
Fraternally,
Captain Joe Stein
DCA Chairman
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(704) 264-6235
Pete Dugstad
DCA Vice Chairman
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(980) 226-0018
Or contact both of us simultaneously at:
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