Originally Posted by
Mtnbikemike
No idea what JB did, but if it involves concessions, it’s a no go. Anytime a pilot group does that, it lowers the bar, takes years to get back if at all, doesn’t prevent what mgt is going to eventually do anyway. Besides that, mgt was never interested in profit sharing, low balled us on pay rates and 401k contributions, why should we as one of the lowest paid A320 operators be willing to bend? To save a few first year guys from a short furlough? Sorry, I know that sounds insensitive, but this is the way the industry works and if you have been around long enough, it comes with the territory. I’ve been there and many others have also. I certainly didn’t want anyone taking concessions to save my job.
JB did not sign a new concessionary contract. It’s a LOA for a specific period of time that expires on May ‘21. I wouldn’t sign a concessionary contract for sure, but a fair temporary compromise to save furloughs? I definitely would. I’m mid seniority so not worried about getting furlough myself , but can’t be an assh*le and say “screw the junior guys”.
It’s highly likely JB will be among the few (maybe the only) pax carrier than won’t furlough thru the pandemic.Pilots will get back their original contract in May ‘21 and many families will spared.