1) Prater is worse than useless, and
2) I certainly agree ALPA needs more vision, and to act more effectively.

HOWEVER, I don't see the much difference between the APA's reaction, Sully's reaction, and ALPA's reaction. All agree that there are some good things in the NPRM, all agree there are some bad things: not enough rest, too much block time.

ALPA said:

“All these factors mark important progress. Our union has, however, found several areas in its preliminary analysis in which the NPRM does not adequately reflect the ARC’s recommendations.

The NPRM does not ensure that the length and quality of rest after a long-range flight across multiple time zones is sufficient before the next flight and duty period. We have concerns that the application of the augmented flight and duty period table will not adequately address the circadian disruption that the flight crewmember may experience during certain types of long-range flying.

The proposal does not assess the effects of increasing the amount of block time in a duty period up to 10 hours..."


I just don't see how this issue is used to discuss ALPA's stance vs. other entities. Are you guys frustrated English teachers? Do you you have some sort of problem with ALPA's prose? Does APA get a half a letter grade better for theirs? Does ALPA's grammar leave a little to be desired?