Slowplay,

I know you are against this merger but comparing it with America West attempts last year you are mixing apples and oranges. First, KLM/Air France have fronted 1B to help subsidize this deal plus there are numerous other investors that are pushing for it as well. Not to mention that both BODs want this deal to happen. The published business plan would have the combined airline profitable at 120bl. (If you wish to dispute this number please call your rep and ask him/her. This number was officially published by R.A and was another justification for the merger).

Since there are many forces that are desirous for this to happen the respective pilot groups should refocus their efforts and accept the fact that this may happen whether we want it to or not. Ergo, bashing each other is a waste of time whereas recognizing that this may happen and work toward an equitable agreement would be more productive.