[QUOTE=Shrek;2008904]I would like for you to save this post and look at it again in 10 years.
If in the next 10 years I go through what Part 121 guys have been through in the last fifteen, I'm sure my perspective would be dark and twisted to say the least.
Originally Posted by
baseball
I understand. But, here's the deal. We're sort of stuck in a rut right now. We have a severe lack of leadership at the airline.....The airline is too disjointed, too disconnected and is like a helicopter. It has too many moving parts and if the wind isn't blowing right the balls can't all stay in the air.
Agreed, but there is not much I can do about it where I sit except nibble at the edges. Simplifying the operation is definitely one of the keys to improving things. I'd be happy to look at a contract extension with more $$, work rule improvements, etc. But I think odds of one actually passing are slim in today's environment (did you read the recent Forbes article?).
P.S. - If you ever are feeling down, spend some time reading the Allegiant threads. The most profitable airline in the world, but their pilots make squat, have horrible work rules, and probably another couple of years before they get a half-decent contract because their management has no interest in reaching a deal. I pray to Saint Gordon that the leadership here improves.... or at least doesn't come over from Allegiant.