Originally Posted by
Voski
Vacancy 23-12V award was published three days ago and there's still 133 unfilled narrowbody Captain positions.
I'm shocked, but simultaneously not surprised.
Yes, we have an AIP and awaiting the all-important final contractual language. Of course the membership needs to ratify the final contract.
That said, it seems this latest vacancy is a harbinger of the pilot group's sentiment about the pending contract. Total compensation comparable to Delta, there's improvements in work rules for lineholders and reservists, and yet it seems like the progress on the new contract isn't moving the needle in any significant manner (as of yet) to properly staff the net additional metal for United Next. Certainly it ultimately is management's problem, but I'm surprised there are still plenty of First Officers bypassing upgrade even with a new contract imminent.
Based on the AIP, the union didn’t do enough to improve reserve. Only 12 days off during the summer months is missing the mark. Additionally, the callout time wasn’t extended beyond its current time. ALPA and United need to collectively learn that there’s a new generation taking over abs time at home quality of life matter a lot more than money. Do better and the upgrades will disappear every vacancy.