Originally Posted by Xray678

the only thing both sides agreed too was to modify the timeline and the number of arbitrators. Something allowed by ALPA merger policy. As far as how the arbitrators rule, I qoute from the SLI process agreement:

"The issue for resolution before the Arbitrators will be the fair and equitable integration of the pre-merger Delta and Northwest seniority lists consistent with ALPA Merger and Fragmentation Policy ("ALPA Merger Policy"). In making this determination, the Arbitrators will be bound by the pre-arbitration statement of resolved issues presented by the Representatives and will determine the remaining open issues with respect to an integrated seniority list."