Originally Posted by
Bucking Bar
Because this deal hinges on economics.
Your "us versus them" divisive counter point begins and ends with "if there are more of us and less of them it is a win." However, you do not address the fact this hinges on Re - fleeting Delta Connection through a much larger investment in that product for a much more economically relevant jet.
Ahh, I think I get it now.
The DCI refleeting option is a less expensive option than eating the sunk costs, engine maintenance and aircraft overhaul expense associated with management's option of going without us. That was the opportunity that created this deal. Delta will invest in DCI one way or another, the question is whether or not Delta pilots will benefit from that investment.
Is that what you're looking for?