Originally Posted by OldFlyGuy

I've seen nothing "put out" by anyone except Forum rumors. Why would the MEC be "manipulated" by a few "insiders"? insiders of what? Would either management or DALPA float trial balloons this early? Probably, but is that insider manipulation? or just part of their job--feeling out the situation? There are 2 sides here whether we like it or not. Negotiation vs dictation. I'd like C2K wages at DOS. That's about 18%ish.. ignoring profit sharing. Is it doable without monetizing some of the Profit Sharing? I dunno. There is probably some value to the company to get her done for our C15. I can easily see DAL wanting to reduce profit sharing and call it a raise; but I can't see them just rolling over to whatever we demand nor killing profhit sharing completely. CAN the company come up with the cash vs WILL THEY is the question. Re fuel, DAL will lose its arse on fuel hedging 2015.. they said that already. 2016... could be interesting.. will they hedge to the lower price? or stop hedging? will gas to back up or go to $20? What would a Forum insider do? Answers will be forthcoming. OFG