Originally Posted by freightretriever

What you are missing here is the only thing "experienced pilots" like Roberto are referring to in the ineffectiveness of an open time ban is the money not going into his pocket. Period. The rest is hot air trying to justify a totally selfish action while acting in direct violation of what the union has called for. The open time ban is what it is. Perfect - no. Effective - depends on what you consider effective. They seem to be making all the flights just fine. Does it create a need for more pilots on property? You would have a hard time arguing against that one..........although I am sure some "experienced pilot" will lecture me about how it isn't.