First of all the company has not agreed to send an email. They have been sending an email but they are not obligated to do so per the CBA so it is not official. Also the 7 day clock does not start until you sign for the certified letter. So if USPS attempts delivery and no one signs then they leave the little note but you have not been contacted. I think another wise thing to do is sign up for the union message board. You will have furlough access and when recalls are announced several people post so you can look at the seniority list and you will know when it is your turn. Also make sure your contact info is current with the union because as soon as they find out about recalls they contact the recalled pilot as well to advise them of their rights and options.