Originally Posted by
APM1216
Sorry to ask such a half-wit question that no one really knows the answer to, but any guess on when a new contract could realistically go into effect? I live in Indy and would love to drive to work every day; just can't afford the first year pay.
The industry average is close to 3 years after expiration. No airline has ever negotiated in less than 2 years this century except for NK's recent short term deal which just holds them over to the merger (if that happens). We're currently only about 1.5 years after expiration and the company is still passing over many items that are below every other airline including regionals (scope, rigs, vacation etc) so it's very clear they aren't interested in a deal anytime soon. Mid to late 2024 would be best case scenario but 2025-2026 would be more realistic IMO.