I have no issue with this MOU after the fact. It does not hurt us and in fact is the definition of doing their job. They got us free money and said to use it as a strike fund. The MOU signing will not hurt the potential public perception of our SAV. I was just asked by a 32 year FA for us, “should I book on United if I need to get to my daughters wedding in June?” I of course asked “what you mean?” She mentions the strike vote. I have to explain it’s just a SAV and that’s a long away from a strike. BUT I did include, if it makes her feel better please book on United, at least they have a better chance to actually get her to the wedding. This is a 32 year airline vet that already has in her mind we strike on May 1. Most of my neighbors have asked about the strike and my wives business said at this time no need to book around WN but they are monitoring the situation.

If I was SWAPA I would have a full page ad in the WSJ talking about the SAV. Every billboard should include a mention of a strike. It seems to have had the desired effect….