Not to mention, new hires will be entering this company at one of the lowest pilot morale points in its history. Negotiations are going very slowly and it is abundantly clear that the company is not bargaining in good faith. Most of us expect to go to mediation before the year is over. If you do decide to take the class, there will be a day when our IBT reps come in to talk to you. Please don't roll your eyes at them while recounting how the union at your last carrier "screwed you". Listen to them as they have been here and know how this management team works. I was never inherently a "pro-union" person, but this company converted me. Many others have a similar story. Caveat Emptor.......