So, is this latest production just another form of the infamous "red letter" from some years ago?

Remember, the company is NOT pleased with a couple of things...the result of the LOA bid and the unity and resolve displayed by a cadre of N/B instructors.

Could this be the power-play to get the Union to talk turkey on several issues?

It's my guess that it is. By threatening BLG rollbacks, bid cancellations, and potential furloughs the company is in effect putting the squeeze on the Union since by virtue of this news, we are putting the squeeze on our leadership.

Remember, we ONLY made nearly a half a BILLION profit this quarter! Asia is booming and driving all of our growth. I think they are bluffing. Who blinks first is yet to be determined.