Originally Posted by
Tomcat
OK, take it for what it's worth. Here's what I've got.
19% over two raises, 3% a year thereafter (I think)
+ 4% DC, with 1% a year there after
717's coming, about 100 of them
JV language for Atlantic and Pacific flying
Many questions left to be answered on scope and other parts of contract, but this may work for me on a three year deal.
It seems that everyone is focused on the 717, while the real threat to your jobs is probably hidden in the JV language. Joint ventures on your cash-cow international routes will lead to whipsawing of the pilot groups, and unless you have enough protections in the contract language, an eventual reduction in Delta mainline international flying. This is management's, and Airlines for America's wet dream.
The JV language is very likely the reason for the quick TA. If management wants it so badly, you have to ask why.
Hog