Originally Posted by
GogglesPisano
Rhetorical questions:
1) Why would a union not have the goal of achieving the best contract possible for its members, given that it's income is derived from dues?
2) What evidence is there that ALPA is not complying with the above, given the negotiating climate (our peer set?)
In answer to number 1 which you'd think was rhetorical...IMO, ALPA is made aware of corporate plans ahead of the market or pilot group. They partner with these plans in an effort to help them become reality (717) using a cost/ benefit analysis. They attempt to help implement these plans while keeping the real info shrouded.
2. When you read not in our competitive set, they are a different industry, they asked us not to publish their contract, etc. that would be evidence of some kind wouldn't it.