Guys, I think you are losing sight of the big picture. Yes, if the BOD's want the merger to continue, IT WILL happen. But just because the companies merge, it doesn't mean that the pilots need to rush and accept whatever is thrown their way. The BOD's are getting nervous and trying to play hardball to see who will blink first. They just want their bonuses.

Not that you need to be told it, but: GUYS, STICK TO YOUR GUNS!! Don't let them stick it to you, fight the powers that be as long as you can.

Its time for pilots everywhere to make gains and reverse all these givebacks, even if oil goes to $200/barrel. Here's how: pass along your cost of doing business to your customers!! Everything else has gone up, why not ticket prices? Why should it come at the cost of your paycheck or your seniority?

Good luck everyone.