The problem as I see it is not with the RLA. NWA changed the rules of the RLA by terminating the CBA. The FAs are working without a contract. The RLA was set up to prevent either side from causing a work stopage as long as a contract is in force. That is why at the end of a contracts term the status quo continues and both sides dance around mediation, 30 day cooling off etc. In this case NWA was allowed to throw out the FAs contract and impose working conditions (a 1113C motion). There is no CBA in force with the NWA FAs and management. I believe upon further review the judge will determine that the RLA has no standing in this case and the FAs will be allowed appropriate work action.....JMHO