Originally Posted by
Jesse
Personally, I don't see it that way. I like the fact our negotiators will have this hanging over them during negotiations. How much clearer can I make this, Mr. Negotiator: Get this right; don't come back to me with something weak. If ALPA thinks they can come back with lackluster offer we all know the renewed energy DPA will stand to gain. I think it's a fair assumption a significant number of Delta pilots who are unhappy with ALPA are still wanting to stick with them for now due to contract negotiations quickly approaching. That tune is sure to change if the faith they've placed in ALPA is taken for granted.
I completely agree. DAL doesn't like this uncertainty in labor...DALPA is a known quantity, DPA is not, and may lead to a far less cozy relationship between management and labor. If DALPA brings it weak, DPA will become a reality as membership skyrockets. Check out the letter from JG in Flight Ops to the DPA president to get the feel for how much management does not want to deal with new representation.