Originally Posted by
BigGuns
#27 on the survey:
I request the DAL MEC pursue a 20% reduction in allowable regional carrier airframes that are capable of, or currently contain, 70 or more seats to be completed within no later than two years from the date of signing of our next contract.
If ALPA can even legally ask for that without being sued by other ALPA DCI carriers... We will see!
Why the pansy, lacy waist, nut less "request." Instead of something arbitrary, why not something based on sound principle ... like
In order to restore unity, provide for career protection, advancement, opportunity and the growth of Delta Air Lines, I demand my union's stated goal be that ALL Delta flying be performed by Delta pilots. Joint Ventures and code shares will be submitted individually to the MEC and open to membership ratification, but in no case will Delta allow operations where the Delta seats on any flight exceed 50% of that flights total passenger load and Delta pilots operate at least 50% of the code share flying. ANY NEW FLIGHT OPERATIONS UNDERTAKEN BY DELTA, a parent corporate structure which includes Delta Airlines, any successor Company, or any subsidiary, or affiliate, WILL BE FLOWN BY DELTA PILOTS.