Wow. Way to miss the point entirely there Mr. T. I never said a word about executive compensation. Your reading comprehension is what sucks here. I said that our executives negotiate their compensation package, as do we. I asked, when they do, do they factor in the feelings of their non-executive "coworkers" when they make their "demands"? Of course they don't. But, according to you, we should be very concerned about how we are viewed by our non-pilot co-workers when we are seeking contract gains.

There are a LOT of things that we should consider/factor in to the crafting of our opener next spring. How it will affect the "reputation" we have with our non-pilot co-workers, OR how "arrogant" they will view our position should NOT be one of them!!!

So, why not take a break?? Geez, you're on here every fricking day, pretty much all day. Turn of the computer and re-read Flying the Line. See if you can find the part about our predecessors worrying about offending their non-pilot coworkers in their contract negotiations. Report back.....after a healthy break.