Originally Posted by
HSLD
My guess is that both MECs will make their best argument on behalf of the pilots they represent, then a neutral will decide the final SLI. Because of the competing interests I don't see either side agreeing to a negotiated list. I don't think anyone would find that a surprise, however, the challenge will be: Can CAL/UAL pilots make it through the SLI process as a unified group or will they end up in two or more splinter groups?
GOD FORBID HSLD, that's "too logical".......and just may make sense
Perception of failure to do so by the respective MEC's would lead to 'side-show' class action suit's down the road by the pilot's who felt that their MEC did not represent/'fight' for their interests adequately during the merger process......BTW.....I think you mean "neutrals" (IE-3 member panel). We saw how a neutral/single arbitrator faired in the LCC marriage, thus the root to many of ALPA's changes.
AGAIN, we (BOTH CAL/UAL Pilots) have no choice other than 'watch' the proceeding shake down as the M.C.'s do battle.....that fact is pretty simple and non-complex.
However, the "my watch is bigger than your watch" jousting is kind of amusing to read in the mean time.
