At the risk of being the tool of the day, maybe we should emphasize improving the relocation benefits. If they close a base, it should cost the Company, not the individual.

I've been at three closed bases. I've taken a paid move twice. I've done the commute without a jumpseat. I live in base now. I'd rather live elsewhere, but that will have to wait for retirement. I'm not willing to commute anymore.

We've done a lot to make commuters lives better. Why not improve the moving benefits? The Corporation can afford it. It's a cost of doing business.