Originally Posted by
cencal83406
If they’re under the RLA it’s not an expired CBA it’s an amendable CBA. The President appoints the RLA board members and I believe their terms are staggered so that it doesn’t necessarily change the winds each administration. Other than that the President doesn’t get directly involved until after the 30 day cooling off period after which labor can strike. It’s a design feature of the RLA- Biden didn’t hinder the FAs progress.
Correct, and when the President does become directly involved, refer to Clinton’s actions during the 1997 AA pilots’ strike for an example of what to expect from either party. Particularly in the post-consolidation era.
Yes, amendable is the technically correct term. Saying it doesn’t lessen the sting of working under ancient pay rates / work rules with no practical support from either party. Been there, done that.