Originally Posted by
Carl Spackler
Hate to state something so obvious, but this is exactly what I've been saying would happen. I've been guaranteeing for over a month now that ALPA/DALPA would do nothing if the NMB ruled single carrier status. Even the ever-apologetic acl65pilot said: 'I'd have serious issues with DALPA if NMB ruled single status and tried to say that it represents no problems with our Section 1.'
The usual suspects around here had to wait a few days to get their talking point emails from DALPA communications, but now they've predictably come to the defense of their one love...their true love...ALPA.
I'll say it one last time: ALPA/DALPA will never fight this because their main goal is all RAH pilots being members of ALPA. If that means losing by not fighting - so be it. At least they won't be alienating a pilot group that they wish to win over some day. Even though the contract language is CLEARLY on our side, DALPA will NEVER be allowed to defend this utterly clear language.
THIS is ALPA. And as such, THIS is DALPA.
Carl
I usually read these posts and then keep my opinion to myself. After thought and beer I will verbalize my formulation over some libations with anyone willing to listen on a layover; however, I cannot keep silent on this.
I agree with Carl! I have been on the fence with DPA, but I am now getting into their camp. ALPA's addition (2500 RAH pilots) by subtraction (12500 Delta pilots) seems to be the appropriate action for me and the perfect medicine for ALPA.