For those of you applying to and chasing Alaska Airlines (or Virgin America) know that this is a well ran company with a bright future ahead of it. Additionally, it is a great place to work and is staffed with outstanding people in all departments, especially flight operations. As many of you see from the posts above a lot of people are very frustrated and annoyed with the direction that our negotiations have taken. While many have very valid points and their anger is certainly justified (even I am perturbed by what is going on) do know that emotions are high and nerves are raw and some have allowed their emotions affect the way they perceive the situation at hand. Ultimately, this will be settled by October and the odds of us capturing the raises, retirement and scope protection we rightfully deserve are strong. If Alaska is where you want to be keep applying and keep networking and don't be dissuaded by the people who'll never be happy regardless of where they are. Life here at AS is far better than that of a regional and your time spent here if you choose to come will not be a waste.