I have a feeling those advocating for sub inflation pay rates are close to retirement. This strategy doesn't work for those with decades to go. Not to mention, one entity is an ongoing business who just passes on the inflation by way of increased ticket prices.

I still contend, to expect less than inflation is a fools errand. Pilots my be susceptible to being hoodwinked but not after the Tumi TA fiasco.

JMHO