I believe the extension is now approved for 60 more days. That would give the company until Dec 15th to come up with something. I think this delay is a big mistake, for management, the airline, and labor.
From the legacy side on the premier equipment and routes, most of us are doing our best to keep things on time and fuel efficient. News of "slow rolling" tactics to lessen our resolve for an ILC will soon start taking its toll on those of us that were hoping for better with Parker.
An arbitrated contract and less then desirable SLI will see things go back to the old way of operating. I am concerned that management doesn't see this window of opportunity for what it is... a one time chance to fix American. In direct opposition to comments of waiting for the flight attendant contract to be voted on, or seeing what Delta comes up with does not outweigh the negative ramifications of waiting. It is running out and absolutely nothing makes this delay
acceptable...nothing. Unfortunately if history is on my side, the MOU will rule the day due to the inaction of both sides. And when pilots lose respect for the operation, airline performance and service will suffer, and the future of AA will once again be in peril. Realizing this internet site mainly targets those starting airline careers or wanting to, these next few months will either make AA a good place to work at or one to avoid. I am not trying to scare anyone away either. I'm a couple hundred numbers from the top, the relatively content side of the equation. Talk to those who have the same amount of time left, 10-15 years or so, a few thousand down from the top. New airplanes or not, hiring or not, the bulk of our pilots are tired of waiting for progress in contract matters. These last few months have only been a reprieve from the past, waiting to see if we are dealt with (i.e. appreciated) any differently by this new team.
I'm not seeing it yet, and time is rapidly running out.