A better question: What do the new union leaders intend to accomplish by decertifying ALPA?

Both parties are still obligated to abide by the terms of their current contracts until ammended.

Decertification does not void the Nicholau award.

Do the East pilots intend to negotiate a new CBA along with a newly negotiated seniority list?

Just questions. I know ALPA saved my career when I was unjustly fired by a hostile airline mgt. Were it not for the Association's considerable financial and legal resources, I would not be where I am today. Does the USAPA have the financial and legal resources to go to Federal court to enforce an arbitration award when your mgt. ignores the arbitration award? Do they have the resources to deal with the FAA if you lose your medical due to a health related issue (read: ALPA Aeromedical)?

The point is, there is more to running a union than simply negotiating pay raises and seniority lists. I hope these guys (USAPA) know what they are doing. It can get mighty cold on the outside.

Best of luck. Hope it works out.