Originally Posted by
742Dash
The situation is now entirely different. Both Southern and Atlas are in the same union, and one that has a clear seniority list merger policy.
Most importantly, The IBT is very willing to file a single carrier petition, which ALPA is not.
Purchase completed in May (+/-). If necessary, the IBT files single carrier. In any case, the IBT presents the merged list to management. 9 months of negotiations, then to the arbitrator. Merged contract 3 months later.
The time line is pretty firm. Thank God that we are not ALPA.
I agree with most of this, but I want to caution people not to jump to the conclusion this next CBA will be arbitrated. We need to stick together and keep the company's feet to the fire. ALL IN.