Not to put too fine a point on it, but making career decisions at the absolute worst part of contract negotiations is foolish.

Right now BT has advised that negotiations are no fun, scheduling is trying to shoot holes in the contract, and our scope is under attack. This all sucks. I’d much prefer perusing a TA with 25% pay raises, cash over cap, part 117 rest rules, and a guaranteed rainbow.

However, in the meantime I will approach this job as I have since I’ve been here. When the EB needs a demonstration of unity, I’ll do my part. Until then, I’ll enjoy good scotch, great crews, and bemoan our crappy lines. I’ll decline revisions that don’t pay the contractual premiums when I have the option. My overall approach to getting max return in min time will not change, but I’ll keep an eye on what the EB sees as important. My vote on whatever comes our way will be determined by what’s best for my family (as should yours). There is no benefit in undermining the EB. If they’ve screwed the pooch, we can get a new one.

I think they will do well.