Originally Posted by
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Captain Gumm’s May 29th weekly update is definitely worth a read.
A common goal with ALPA of completing C2019 by the amendable date of 12/31/19.
Negotiating 5 of the next 8 weeks.
In my opinion this is a very positive shift in management’s strategy.
The gap between Delta vs American and United in terms of quality transportation companies is widening by the week. Given the current level of profitability at Delta plus the upcoming $7 Billion annually in 36 months from the recent American Express deal, it makes perfect sense to share this success with the Delta pilots.
I admire Captain Gumm’s proactive leadership. We all know negotiations are never a walk in the park. That said, dragging things out for years is bad for business. It harms the culture and crushes morale.
The tireless preparation by our negotiating committee, admin and MEC has us well prepared for success. We couldn’t be in better hands.
There you go with the 7 billion from AMex again. Please explain how much of that is above today’s levels and of that increase in revenue how much the most optimistic forcasts will have it adding to the bottom line as profit.
This is getting to be like your fuel discussions where over and over again you took the wholesale price of jet fuel and compared it to the retail price saying Delta was saving billions.
Besides you already stated you will be happy with only 700 million in contract improvements. That will fund a total of about 16% in raises and zero quality of life improvements. I want a bit more!