Spirit has line bidding, 4 days off between trips, & brand new airplanes. They have work rules that allow them to up the pay credit quite a bit, too. The hourly pay rate is but a small piece of the puzzle in the whole 'total compensation,' & 'quality of life' contributions to an amicable contract!! I believe AAPAG found that out in the last contract when the rates went up, but other factors negated a lot of the gains. The NC & Pilot Group have to hold the line on increased pay, but also look for & eliminate sneaky back-door 'gotchas' from the Company that will negate our gains!!