Stick, I appreciate your insight. Keep it coming.

My comments were directed specifically at the thought of either a strike, or the potential for being stapling at the bottom of the seniority list.

I honestly, do not foresee either one of those two things happening. I agree, a contract will come out at the 11th hour if not before. Merging the lists, well. . .yes, that'll take time. . .and the WHOLE ASA Pilot work group will not be stapled to the bottom, but rather both lists (ASA & SKW) will be properly merged.

One can hope.

It's amazing how many guys / gals are leaving. Like I said earlier, I'm in no rush. I'd like to instruct for some time, instead of coming right on in right at the minimums - I don't want to be THAT guy. But, I just hope that this time next year things are starting to look on the up and up, and they will want another local to work for them. . . especially one with a meteorology background.