First, I'm one of those who "briefed" the men and women who were in school and became the "570."

Second you need to read the history and quit listening to gossip and reading the internet for your "truths."

The truth is the 570 were "hired" but were told by UAL Management they would not be considered employees of UAL until they finished their training and were line qualified. They were given training up to the sim check and had their OE to finish their certification withheld until a contract was signed. Because of this UAL's excuse was they were never employees and when they refused to cross the line released them. Essentially, to Management they were not "fired" because they were never employed.

However, two court cases later it was proven that UAL Management's perverted logic didn't hold a drop of water. For all intents and purposes the court decided on behalf of the 570 they were indeed "hired and employees" of UAL who were legally exercising their rights to honor the picket line. The next court decision gave them back their rightful date of hire and full seniority as a pilot for UAL.

Let's get it straight:

1. They did what you all should do if another Strike is called.
2. In spite of what you all heard they were not "fired."
3. Regardless of the personalities involved they did what they were asked to do. Will you?