Originally Posted by
Kellwolf
Which is why the XJ NC members don't think JM or extension language is that big of a deal. XJ had around 27 junior mans in a year. We hit that by mid-afternoon in a DAY here at 9E. It's how management staffs the airline. One of the things still left open is JM/extension language.
I can tell you that I believe the stories 9E pilots are telling about the JM and extensions. I don't know anyone who doesn't. I can tell you without checking with my rep that these staffing issues will not be supported by any XJ pilot, negotiators, or anyone. Your statement is profoundly wrong.
Again I will say that when Pinnacle Holdings bought XJ there were conditions added. Things like staffing levels and training. There is even a Delta attorney at the negotiations observing so that things like these are being dealt with. I keep talking about leverage. In speaking to my reps and the communications we get, the leverage won't come just from the MEC's. But with Delta and Continental unhappy, the Delta attorney present, and the constant under staffing...this is where the pressure is coming from.
The XJ JNC didn't come in like the Gestapo. None of us said we would change the world in 3 weeks. I certainly didn't think management was quaking in their boots with the thought of dealing with us. But I think that with the mainlines unhappy this will cause things to happen. Cheaper isn't better if you can't perform. Also I am NOT stating 9E pilots are lazy. Far from it. But cheaper isn't always the best answer and staffing properly is VERY important to all of XJ.