Normally it's in poor form to pick up while people are furloughed. That's typically a years-long process, and the company has time to react (recall) if they get in a bind.

But it is legal per the CBA, and does not constitute the "S" word.

I'd cut people a break for an airline on the jagged edge, in their second BK in less that a year, on a meltdown weekend.

Some people with family obligations are in a real bind with moving on. Especially if you live in base, and the ex gets alimony, child support, etc. You won't get a break on visitation or support if you "decide" to take a lower paying job in another state. The court will consider that "intentional under-employment" on your part, and punish you accordingly (unless the ex agrees to a short-term haircut and flexibility for the collective long-term good.