Originally Posted by
xj200capt
The seat lock is not likely to change, the company has no incentive to. There has been some relaxation of the seat locks because the companies failure to staff correctly and because the delivery of aircraft is so wacked. The recent release of FO seatlocks is because so many SAAB people are sitting on reserve getting paid for doing nothing.
Once we are understaffed (which is normal) the company will not allow for sideway moves in aircraft.
I do agree with your points there. My point earlier was more so similar to your response of if the rates are going to change, some way seniority would have to come into play.