Originally Posted by
DAL 88 Driver
You're quoting some stats that are really questionable. I'll choose to believe what I've seen with my own eyes and experienced myself. Me? DC-9 Captain on reserve:
W2 = ~$130,000. Just about what my W2 was in 2004 as a 6-year MD-88 First Officer.
Which is where (minimum) I better be the first day after the proposed contract is to be signed or it's an unequivocal
NO. (6 yr FO). Hopefully the majority of others feel the same way. DPA or no DPA this is what must be. Don't try to dismiss DPA as fracturing ALPA in regard to negotiations. If DALPA is the one representing Delta Pilots in negotiations all its members are behind them getting the best contract. There should be no excuses: GET IT RIGHT. If you do then there is the proof we need. Walk the walk is all I'm saying. Do so and you will be rewarded. Don't and suffer the consequences. I expect results, not excuses. Do not let me down.