Quick little addition to this thread. The main conflict here is that the ASA pilot group is coming down on the XJT Pilot group for holding their ground on not taking concessions.

Something to think about though. What if it were a little bit different. Say, MAG purchased ASA or the old Colgan bought ASA. I highly doubt the pilot group at ASA would be so welcoming to the new contract they would find themselves falling under. Just a different perspective. I don't blame the pilot group at XJT at all. I can imagine what it's like being in that position.