Originally Posted by
casual observer
I've only talked to about 6 or 8 other pilots about the TA, but all are leaning towards a yes vote. I initially thought we could negotiate more in terms of compensation, but after factoring in other enhancements, I am also leaning yes. I admit to not understanding scope issues as well as I should and basically trusting that the company doesn't have a deceptive intention in the scope changes of this TA. The raise is significant to me over the 3 years. The ability to lock in the gain and negotiate again in 3 years is appealing. The enhancements to reserve are significant for me. I believe the TA is a good faith effort on the part of the company and our union leadership. It's not the major issue, but I think there is a cost associated with rejecting an offer if the parties that negotiated it (union leadership and management) believe it's fair. Unless I see compelling evidence to the contrary, I'll probably vote yes.
May I ask what is your current seat and seniority range?
I hope that you're not voting the way you wish to vote because how your colleagues are voting. There're good stuff in this TA, but please do your homework and know what else comes with this TA. So far,
EVERYTHING that comes out from the union has urged you, implored you, encouraged you (you get the idea?
to vote YES. That is a fact. You have to ask yourself, are you inclining to vote Yes Or No because of how your union has asked you to vote?
Read the TA, ask yourself some hard questions, "Does this xxx clause will hold up in front of a mediator?", "Does this xxx clause will improve my job security? immediately, in 10 years?" I understand it is not easy to understand some of the verbiage used in the TA, and that's why it's important to ask questions, either here, talk to your reps, go find a friend, and be sure to make sure you hear
BOTH sides of the story.
Good luck.