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Boeing Aviator
My sources tell me both the company and union are motivated to get a deal completed this year. I don’t see the union agreeing to scope concessions.
I read it differently. I think the company is eager to have a deal as it gives them labor stability and wallstreet loves that. But, ALPA, on the other hand is fine with running the act. ALPA is happy to have a deal on ALPA's terms. In this environment, where labor has the advantage, ALPA needs to maintain the high ground. ALPA should not give in on any of our negotiating bottom line and cornerstone issues.
An industry leading contract with industry leading scope and job protections. Don't see any real motivation for ALPA unless its on the pilot group's terms.
I agree. ALPA won't give in on scope, therefore, likely a long contract fight.