I am curious if the NMB knew what was coming at Corp.

It's interesting that healthcare came out of left field when it was previously a non-issue.... XJ has a pretty good BK deal with the exception of their BK-gutted medical benes.

Also interesting dual-qual. We stood on "No" because they wouldn't tell us why they needed it and with 16 airframes there was no movement to make an arrangement that kept it safe and financially worth while with the additional risks and responsibilities (a different airplane to remain "current" and "proficient" on).

The NMB isn't a group to explain their reasons, if they did it would helpful to all of us. There are plenty of conspiracy theories, even I have my thoughts, but it doesn't change what has unfolded in the last couple weeks. A month ago ICE and PNCL buying XJ would have not even been starbucks rumors- it would have been a saucer discussion over beers for being "out there". Now we don't have a contract and yet another airline being put into the mix. Simply the Best at buying airlines.