"A spokeswoman for the mechanics said the group is looking "to restore the defined benefit pension plan for all members, move health care into a multi-employer plan to dramatically reduce the overall costs of benefits and for continued job security and industry-leading wages."

Are these guys crazy, they want to go back to a defined benefit? The traditional idea of a pension is great, but if the last 15 years should've taught us anything it's that once you retire you do not want your financial security still tied to your previous employer.

I do hope they stem the tide of outsourcing. We need their experience and knowledge. Good luck to them.

United Airlines' mechanics pound the war drums as they rally at UA shareholders confab - Chicago Business Journal