Originally Posted by
smorz
What I'd like to see ALPA do:
-ALPA position should be showing them the cost savings we give them by not using all of our sick time. We do not need any additional concessions. In fact, I'd love to see sick usage more user friendly. We can pick up trips via iCrew, we should be able to call in sick via iCrew. There is no need to sit on hold and waste scheduling's time to call in sick. Its a win for both sides.
I wouldn't mind seeing something like that myself, but it'll never happen. Personally I believe that anything that makes utilizing sick leave easier to use, to be met by opposition from the company. See last year's TA for details.