Originally Posted by keysersose

It doesn't need to go to an arbitrator. The first step would be the two merger committees trying to hammer out a deal. Alaska and Jetblue both fly only narrow bodies. We make basically the same amount of money. The only thing to fight about would be scope and that fight is more with management. At this point, I doubt our longevity scales are that far off. Only if we get obstinate will a deal be impossible. If any two airline unions could make a deal, it's Jetblue and Alaska. Not easy but possible.