Originally Posted by Scott Stoops

So first of all, the pilots weren't given anything. The company had to agree to it, meaning they had a choice. If anyone honestly thinks that the company is just throwing out handouts, then they haven't been paying attention. There was clearly a financial incentive to the outcome. There always is.

So, with that said, what is the angle on the IAH deal from a union perspective. Posturing? Can it pass the MEC? Probably not, but it does make for good talking points. The reality is that the company is going to act like a business. If it is in their best interest to agree to what 171 (really, the MEC) has proposed, they will. Lots of gates to pass before this becomes something real.

Scott