I’m mainly commenting on the schedules. I’ve researched and talked with other regional pilots. Our pairings and schedules are superior to most. Our contract is far from the worst. We could have jr assignments or a contract that the company just ignores as is the case at some regionals.
Originally Posted by
Brody
Then why such a brutal contract - after years of negotiations? Where the starting F/O pay actually decreases?
It's not black helicopter-ing . . . it's that deer-in-the-headlights look when your 'union' just recommended voting 'yes' on a contract that's the laughing stock of the Regional industry.
We're jaded and angry because the only thing our MEC seems to get excited about it making sure our 'union' dues are extracted from our paychecks in a timely manner.
After that - 'meh . . .'
I've been in this industry for a long time - and have seen a lot of things. I can honestly say I haven't seen anything that comes close to how weak our MEC is. Your results (or lack thereof) tend to breed mistrust and suspicion among the rank-and-file.
For Christ's sake, we're flying American and United's passengers for peanut wages, little-or-no medical/dental benefits, and crappy schedules. And you expect us to accept this a NORMAL???
Don't throw this in OUR laps . . . our MEC put us here. If you expect us to be quiet about it, you're delusional.
For everyone's sake . . . grow a pair!!