Originally Posted by Gunfighter

We solved a recruiting problem for the company. Pilots don't work for a company, we provide labor under the terms of a negotiated agreement. Our current PWA is lacking in the eyes of prospective pilots and management knows it. Delta is getting recruiting improvements ahead of providing a complete contract.

If this is your first contract cycle, you will notice improvements for pilots are typically implemented in phases over the length of the contract, while company improvements are day 1. If this isn't your first contract cycle, shame on you for not paying attention. Company improvements are now being done via LOA before we even have a contract, giving them a reason to stall. Call me an @55H01E, but I'm in favor of holding a few new hires hostage to expedite the timeline for a contract that benefits all 13,000 pilots.

Side question: Do probationary pilots get a vote if the PWA goes to memrat?