Originally Posted by thrust

The early retirements are voluntary. It’s the “V” in Voluntary Permanent Leave of Absence (VPLOA). Same as the reduction in hours via Short Term 1/3/6 month leaves (VSTLOA)- voluntary.

I’m guessing Douggie’s critique is that it would seem UA and JB are cutting hours without the “voluntary” part. Are the reductions already included in those employees contracts? Then Doug would certainly be outside of his lane, and wouldn’t be the first time.