I think if we look at the flow (up and down) as anything but a negotiated benefit FOR Delta Air Lines pilots we do ourselves a disservice.

If the company wants to drop it. Pay us (Return scope).

If the company is concerned about quality of the people the continued flow will provide to Delta Airlines. Pay us (Return Scope).

If the company wants to remove a cushion we have in case they want to furlough again. Pay us. (Return Scope)

In essence, both sides need to evaluate how much this benefit is worth. I hope that DALPA is propping it up as a highly valued benefit, because I know the company is discounting it as worthless.