Originally Posted by
Moombabeach
Because I have my own opinion?? I argue that you are paid to do a job, refusing airplanes for a domestic flight with an MEL, walking from a hotel because you can't dial a number and ask about a van time etc etc is all childish, you can twist it into whatever you want, but my opinion is you are well paid to lead, manage and produce a safe efficient on time airline. I don't disregard an FOs opinion as you insinuated, but seriously, guys are doing crap that they really can't justify. Your "run to mama" thing doesn't really merit a response.
Run to mama? I most vehemently disagree. Items in the contract are all paid for out of negotiating capital. You and I both paid for all these items. Most of us are only asking for the contract to be followed. Insanely stupid as this idea is, it will effect our next contract talks starting next year!
Safety is completely separate from contractual items. I insist on this as well.
Remember, the company asked for a lot of these really stupid ideas and got them. 45 minute report is one that comes to mind. They want it, I'll give it to them, and not by splitting the flight planning duties. It's well time to get over the idea that pilots can save this airline. It will sink or swim with Jeff's whims.
Enforce your contract. Insist on it!