Originally Posted by
Herkulesdrvr
I dont understand how a pilot picking up open time is scum. We do it all the time in this business. Its unfortunate that guys are being let go, but the operation must continue. I think this is a little ridiculous that you are calling your fellow pilots scum for picking up open time, are you paying his/her bills? I dont think so.
Ok, imagine you are being put on the street by the company because they "don't have enough flying for you to perform." Then all of a sudden, they are now short on F/O's and they offer the remaining pilots (capts included who already make alot more than you) 150% of their pay to pick the flying that the company claims wasn't available for you. Wouldn't that get you a little upset? I don't think most people expect the company to care, but your fellow pilots should care knowing how they would feel if the shoe was on the other foot. Thats whats known as unity and what being apart of ALPA is
supposed to be about.