Originally Posted by
Albief15
...our former MEC chair, the training block rep, and another senior block rep all bid the 777 before a pay rate was ever published. It has not been our pilot groups history to have much effect on aircraft configurations, payrates, or purchases in the past.....When our own management will not refer to us a pilot "union" but rather "the association" you understand they do not seek input from us unless its practically under duress.
Yes, in contrast to twenty years ago when the previously referenced ALPA MEC refused to fly the (then) newly delivered 777-2 until a pay rate was instituted.
Your point is well taken--leadership action articulates unity of effort. The facts speak for themselves, and the company does not view legitimacy in an association led by disparate individuals. Having a seat at a table for a crew rest facility discussion appears too lofty for this budding association, as apparently is a suitable TA truly reflective of the high level of effort that I see our pilot force continuously achieve.