Not trying to be overly sure here, but I feel certain the "F" word will only be used as a "shock and awe" threat to force our MEC to push a sub-standard 777 LOA our way.
One thing is certain. Should we stand strong and not vote in a sub-standard 777 LOA, especially in light of the Christmas turd under our tree this year from management, Mr Smith will be fit to be tied.
Can you imagine the conference call?
FS - "P.....what's the status on the 777, are we ready to introduce the aircraft on the MEM-HKG route?"
PC - "Ummm, Mr Smith, due to macro-economic decisions and efforts to mitigate financial pressures, I inadvertently woke the sleeping giant, also known as UNITY. Thus, you won't be able to fly your shiny new 777's any differently than you do your MD-11's"
FS - "P, get your butt over to my office at Hacks, NOW!"