#3 is illegal under the RLA, so we're down to #1 and #2. Are you willing to go on strike for scope? How do you define pay parity with the majors?
I think it's safe to say that you and I disagree who should lead the fight. We do agree that the status quo has to go. The present system is bleeding the majors of jobs and allows the race to the bottom to continue at the regionals.
Originally Posted by
Carl Spackler
Once you understand that the RJ pilots share 50% of the blame, here's what you do IMO:
1. Make scope the highest priority in major's negotiations.
2. Have RJ airlines' pilots negotiate for pay parity with the majors over a 5 year period maximum
3. If the RJ pilots have to strike to achieve step #2, the affiliated major(s) strike in sympathy.
Carl