I understand what you're saying however unions are not just for pay, they play other roles too. But yea they are not necessarily a bad thing for management.

The issue is that pilots fold like a cheap suit when threatened with their jobs. That's the number one rule in the pilot busting playbook for management. We all talk the talk but don't usually walk the walk. Very predictable for management. It's hard to leave your job to make a statement. Now that there's a shortage however we are more willing to say no. But it's just a matter of time before they find another sucker.