Originally Posted by
outaluckagain
The reason would be solidarity, and you just can't have every single pilot paid differently. When it comes to contract negotiations, TA and finally ratification, you really need solidarity. Having pilots paid differently based on hours etc would certainly divide and conquer the group.
A better solution may be centered around all pilots finally sticking together to end this low starting and slow progression pay.
I know it can be seen as "divide and conquer" but honestly I think it better positions pilots inline with other wage earners...The unions wouldn't bite on it though, since limiting the individual negotiating potential better postures the unions leverage to the pilot group. As a guy who's watched new employees come in, making various wages as negotiated with the company and commensurate with experience lends to employees who are more satisfied with their compensation.