Pretty good post Robthree- Would only add a couple things. I believe SWA is one of the most highly unionized airlines out there, so they must be communicating well with management to be as succesfull as they appear to be. ALPA does negotiate for their members for pay, etc., but one of their primary goals is safety. I think their motto "Schedule With Safety" is still there. Their accomplishments in the safety are too numerous to mention. They get input from the line pilots for safety improvements and work to see them implemented. There would be far fewer VASI's, Hold Short markings, etc., if it weren't for the ALPA Safety Committee. Just my 2 cents worth.