Originally Posted by
Excargodog
It really depends on the will of the pilot group to hold people accountable. The UA TA clearly demonstrates that.
Seniority cuts two ways, it empowers you but entraps you as well. We need to be a UNIFIED group, not every (gender of your choice) for his/her/their/it’s self.
That’s why we need to look after EVERYBODY in the JCBA, INCLUDING the new hires.
In this environment, MANAGEMENT needs 1st year pay to increase. They may bluff and say you need to negotiate for 1st year pay increases, but in this environment MANAGEMENT needs it. Don't waste negotiating capital on it as they won't have any choice but to ultimately include a competitive 1st year pay in their "last, best offer".