Originally Posted by
Launchpad475
Just a week ago, I was rerouted right at push back on last leg. Last leg of 2 day, SLC based they rerouted me to MEM INTO MY VACATION DAY. Then the next day, sent me to LAS before SLC.
Although at the time I was extremely ****ed, my 10 hour 2 day turned into 30.
I have the same feeling, we have a contract that no one follows. I quoted all the sections about why if was illegal, no one cared.
ALPA rep says it happens nearly everyday.
... and I think that is the reason for the sick harassment. "Sick" is about the only relief someone has when they need it. So, that is where the pressure is being applied.
Previous airline ... had a good friend fired because he refused to be extended while his mother laid dying. He went to be with her the last night of her life rather than fly. They fired him.