Originally Posted by
inline five
You're still ignoring the fact that the dom/intl and HBT really isn't worth all that much. In dollar terms.
Parker gets his either way - either he gets the pilots to agree to do away with the above or he keeps pay rates lower and that compensates for the lack of efficiency created by not getting his wants.
You are right. Neither HBT nor the combination of divisions really amounts to much dollar-wise. It's not much of a QOL give, if you can call it that. There's as much upside as down, it really depends on which angle you focus on most. It could mean a net reduction in headcount, but potential for growth which could ultimately grow headcount. Overall even APA valued all of the company's requests at around $120 million over the life of the contract.