October 25, 2007
CAL MEC Special Notice on PBS
Fellow Pilots,
Tonight, the CAL MEC continued the special session that was started via conference call yesterday to take action regarding the latest PBS failures. You, the pilots of Continental, have been very clear in your level of discontent with the PBS system and the adverse effects that the system has on your quality of life. We have heard your concerns and have passed in tonight’s meeting, by unanimous vote, a resolution that calls for the elimination of PBS and the return to preconstructed lines. This decision was made after careful evaluation of the alternatives and assessment of the best direction to proceed for the maximum benefit to the pilot group.
In addition, your union is adamant about our right to full participation and involvement in the methodology and timeline followed to return to preconstructed lines. We expect to meet with Continental CEO Larry Kellner early next week to begin this process.
The MEC also unanimously moved that any pilot harmed by the failure of the November bid will be fully protected against losses that resulted from this failure. To date, we have not heard adequate remedy from the Company. Your union will utilize the full extent of its resources to protect the pilots of Continental.
Please stay informed. We will provide further updates as new information becomes available.
CAL MEC