Originally Posted by
SeaRider
I would agree with you and the similar sentiment of many here that this is the case, however, I truly believe that supply and demand for pilots is going to force the company's hand much sooner. This pilot group just needs to stay true to our resolve, and not settle for anything less than going rate for A320 pilots in the industry despite whatever threats and lies come our way from management.
I agree. Look at what happened at Republic. Bedford treated his pilots like crap, stalled negotiations for 9+ years then had to file for bankruptcy because they couldn't staff the airline. Even after giving them a regional leading contract they can't get anyone to show up for class because the damage was already done. We are able to fill the classes now with much smaller numbers but if the growth actually happens they predict things are going to get interesting.