On a final note, the MEC at its April meeting started discussions on the continued viability of the management-built bid packs and the concern that is mounting within the MEC as to the safety and quality of these bid packs. The discussions centered around whether there might be a point in the future where PSIT reengagement in the line-building process is warranted even if the company is still directing lines to be built below the minimum bid period guarantee of 68/85CH. An important position that was voiced was that our PSIT can not only positively impact the quality of the lines now being built by the company but can, more importantly, positively affect the safety of these lines. This was balanced with the concern that our reentry into the line-building process would be complicit with the company’s application of 4.A.2.b or that the crew force will view it as such. I believe that anything the PSIT can do to increase the safety of our lines as well as improve their quality is a step we should take. Please contact me with your views on this issue.