fedupbusdriver

I believe he's in until June.

Daniel Larusso

Funny, I said that something like that was likely brewing last year and was accused of making up wild theories. However, this is basically how MEC politics work historically, whether we individually like it or think it makes sense. From the outside, it sounds like they have the votes to recall him, but can't come to a consensus on who to replace him with. If this is true, I bet there was a lot of small group 'philosophical chats' around the Corky's bbq platter in Vegas.

BOYCAPTAIN

i knew u were a visionary!.....some want FE and others see JA in that spot...either way this union leadership is a joke

Delco92

Chairman's Message
November 4, 2008
Captain David Webb, MEC Chairman


Unity is a Choice

On the eve of what certainly will be a national voter turnout of unprecedented proportions, I thought I would take a minute to reflect upon our company, our union and our pilots.

There is no question that our company and our union are facing some of the most difficult challenges in recent history. Some among us may desire to throw in the towel and just wait to see how bad it will get. Others, however, are stepping up and offering to go the distance. But the democratic principles governing our union only work efficiently when an informed membership participates in large numbers, and there is great risk in troubled and confused times when apathy sets in. While I know the majority of FedEx pilots reject unsubstantiated rumors and innuendo, a growing number seem to be attempting to exploit the natural divisions that exist in our seniority-based group for unspecified reasons. I am increasingly reading about junior members proclaiming war on senior pilots for not leaving, while at the same time some senior pilots believe furlough is preferred to shared sacrifice. This is in contrast to the extraordinary unity displayed just a few short years ago when all pilots stood shoulder to shoulder in pursuit of our contract.

All the while, nearly everyone still espouses the belief that we must remain unified to succeed, but it seems it’s “the other guy” that should make the sacrifices to achieve our goals. And a lot of folks have plenty of good reasons why this has occurred but, again, the common theme is it’s somebody else’s fault. From age 60 to the FDA LOA to the recent resignation of the Negotiating Committee Chairman, some pilots choose to strike out at the collective brotherhood that is our union. Make no mistake, these are all controversial issues but the elected leadership of this union is tasked with the singular responsibility to make the tough calls. And they have. Every member of the MEC, the fellow pilots you elected, along with the officers they have chosen, have agonized over the choices presented. Consistently and without hesitation, they have looked for the greatest good for our collective membership from those representing the most senior to those looking out for the junior guys. Not one representative has suggested that one demographic should be sacrificed for another. No discussions of entitlement ever enter into the debate. This is how it must be for all of us to succeed. Imagine the chaos if your elected representatives deemed one group of pilots more worthy than another?

Our Constitution and By Laws and MEC policy manual were designed to promote an ethics based business relationship with the membership and management. Your elected representatives are committed to these principles. The overwhelming majority of FedEx pilots want this in their union. Many are willing to volunteer to make our collective lives better. It is a responsibility of membership to choose the leadership that best exemplifies integrity and commitment. You need to ask the hard questions before you decide.

Character counts, the truth matters, and one person can make a difference.

So, what is the truth with regards to the NC Chairman issue? Was he fired? Was the process handled properly?

Do we believe our Block 1 Rep when he states "he and the MEC paid out of pocket for the gala in Vegas?"

What about the poor choice of our MEC Chairman when it came to Captain's authority on Jumpseats? Three members lost their jobs, the union was faced with an illegal job action at the beginning of contract negotiations and the membership lost leverage.

What about the MEC chairman's decision not to pursue improvements to our scope clause and 1.B.4 of the contract? APA had recently won a law suit against AA regarding scope. We had no leverage when the LOA vote came around and we received an LOA that is an insult. Did some of the money saved by not hiring lawyers to pursue Scope violations go to the Vegas Gala?

What about the MEC chairman's position to go against over 70% of the pilot group and back retro activity not included in the Congressional change to the FAA mandatory retirement age? Funny how the contract language already included age 60 retro policies PRIOR to the official change.

What about the lack of contract enforcement with regards to over 60 going to the back seat? The contract holds three ways in which to be awarded a seat assignment -- primary, secondary or excess awards. However, over 60 guys trained into the back seat without being awarded a seat. Then, when an excess occurred at FedEx PRIOR to age 60 changes, over 60 guys complained that less senior guys were being passed over because they were FLEX instructors. Arbitration occurred and the pilot group lost again because the company could show lack of contract enforcement by OUR union. Finally, the LOA on cancelled seat bids occurred and pilots "magically" appeared on the seniority list WITHOUT being awarded a seat IAW the CBA and our Union leadership signed off yet again.

Where is the truth DW?

How about his decision to allow only one Captain on flights requiring 2 RFOs? Upward seat progression -- not! Now were are going to be frozen with relative seat positions when the 777 flies with 1 Captain and 4 FOs. Thanks!

I am questioning your character sir! The "return on my investment" is not good enough. You are now playing the "rah-rah" unity card yet again!

You sir, lost the unity of this pilot group and you should be removed from office by our elected officials. Our elected officials should "do the right thing" and remove you from office now! What do we have to lose? Or NC Chairman -- lost! Or ability to have an overseas LOA which is as good as our MEC officers in which they conduct union business in Memphis -- that was lost! Look it up fellow union members. Our MEC gets a housing allowance which is greater than our pilots in Hong Kong receive for a place in Memphis, they receive a car allowance which is not found in the LOA, they receive three tickets a month to commute to MEM, and they receive 95 credit hours a month. I bet the guys living in Hong Kong would enjoy at least that deal!

No, I hope our MEC elected officials do the right thing and remove DW from office now!

pdo bump

Perfect post.

parks31

Car allowance?

I saw DW in Germantown driving a beater Plymouth Breeze.
Obviously not using the allowance.

LivingInMEM

There seems to be a tendency amongst many in positions of power to justify the apparant lack of 100% character or ethics on their part by assuring themselves that they truly are acting with the best interest of the constituents in mind. Of course, many of the constituents would not agree that those actions are in their best interest, but "they are not as informed on the details of the issues as we are".

There have to be people out there who still understand that the "appearance" of propriety is as important as the fact that the actions are for the greater good. The appearance of impropriety is a sufficient reason to cancel a course of action, even if you are convinced that the action may be the correct one. If it really is the correct course of action, find a way to accomplish it in a manner that is clearly above board to all viewers. Not all will agree with your actions, but no one will question your motives.

FedEx1

I just hope the next MEC chair is a plain talker. And gets right to the point in his emails. That last one was like listening to a political speech.

Delco92

https://crewroom.alpa.org/fdx/Deskto...ocumentID=7348

Housing
(1) Commuting officers will have first consideration for use of any FDX MEC house, condo, or apartment.
(2) If no housing is available, or if the commuting officer chooses to secure his own housing, an allowance up to, but not to exceed, eighteen hundred dollars ($1,800) per month will be provided. The commuting officer may opt for a FDX MEC provided hotel room in lieu of other housing.
(3) No relocation allowance will be provided.
f. Transportation
(1) The MEC Chairman and the other officers will have first consideration for use of any leased or owned Association vehicles. This does not mean that the MEC Chairman or other officers will have a special vehicle for his/her use.
(2) If a commuting officer chooses to use his or her own vehicle, reimbursement will be at the IRS approved cost per mile.

(2) Officers will be compensated at the rate of ninety-eight (98) CHs per month, calculated in accordance with Section 60.M.2. b. (4). of ALPA policy, the MEC having determined that this compensation falls within the parameters of this ALPA policy. This compensation will be based on the bid status of the MEC officer.

Officers will receive an override of:
MEC Chairman
$1,500.00/month
MEC Vice Chairman
$1,350.00/month
MEC Secretary/Treasurer
$1,250.00/month

MD Abuser

So you think that the PIC Authority issue was a poor one to fight? You don't think that our Captains should have control of their cockpits as FARs state? Besides the rest of your post, this is the most idiotic part of your whole diatribe. If you don't want control of your cockpit, that is your choice. But I would think that almost every other pilot here would choose otherwise.