DWN3GRN...those that know me and my history understand how much I want to change this place. I am NOT lowering the bar.

I was at a major airline before (not as a line pilot though) and stood my ground to my bosses when I was put in a very bad situation because my "skills" were desperately needed due to their gross incompetence. I left that airline with NO job lined up. My friends thought I was crazy, but I maintained my dignity and it turned out to be the best decision I ever made. I became a partner in a consulting business and earned much more for my skills. I wasn't about to accept a reduction in my wages and lower the bar.

I will point out that I run into guys at NK that think things are just great here and that we're going to grow to like a gazillion airplanes. I'm intrigued by them because they are content. I'm truly happy for them because they can find something that I can't at the moment.

My history proves that I'm not in favor of lowering the bar. I will not back down to any airline manager or CEO that wants to further devalue this profession. Quite the contrary...I will fight with all of you to get the absolute best for our group.

Cheers!