Originally Posted by
Carl Spackler
Yes. But I can't speak about ATL because I just don't know if they are under the same threat.
It wouldn't help ALPA in my opinion. But DALPA's opinion seems to be similar to that of acl65pilot in that they see zero chance of DPA succeeding. With that in mind, killing DTW would simply serve constructive notice to the surviving LEC's as to who is in charge.
Carl
Have you actually read the ALPA constitution and bylaws reference Article 8? Available on the ALPA website library section, page 60. Worth a read. We actually have a pretty good system in place. I'm sure you guys will use it as a template or just change the header and footer
Despite what some might like it is difficult to use as a form of ALPA McCarthyism or Sedition Act to silence political opposition. Also you cannot charge a council, only a member. Charges against an LEC or MEC officer have to be heard via the Hearing Board, which is made of members chosen from a pool by the Executive Council. No Kangaroo courts.
Having a political debate of difference is not "contrary to the best interests of the Association or it's members", however using Article 8 speciously can itself be considered such and subject the accuser to possible charges.
OTOH going to management trying to get a fellow pilot and ALPA member terminated over violating social media policy might meet that standard, however I don't think the much maligned DALPA acted on that did they?
