I think part of the problem is that the Union would like for the pilots to be able to Drop those trips without having someone pick them up. That would mean more pilots are needed maybe. People (like me ) picking them up doesn't "help" with it's argument one might conclude. I still say it should be available...and not in the company's hands, as long as it's legal, I don't see a problem with it. The end game might be for a Contract that allows you to drop down more below what the have for the monthly min now.