PCL voted to strike?
12-02-2007 | 08:07 AM
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That is correct. 88% of eligible pilots voted. 99.39% of them voted YES.
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12-02-2007 | 09:47 AM
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They have to be released first. Given the fact that the Federal Mediators are appointed by the current administration that won't be happening. Given the molasses-like pace of contract negotiations January 20, 2009 isn't too far away.
Regardless, I wish the pilots there the very best. Don't settle for status quo, demand more!
Regardless, I wish the pilots there the very best. Don't settle for status quo, demand more!
12-02-2007 | 10:16 AM
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Good luck PCL guys
PCL has two 61+ year old guys from FDX working in their management. FF and CS were purple managers and one had a hand in the first FPA (Fedex Pilots Assoc) contract. They know the secrets from the union buster book from both sides. Expect to hear threats, see letters and even watch for a spontaneous rally from the other employees. Good luck!
12-02-2007 | 12:45 PM
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ALPA has filed a lawsuit against PCL management over a new hire bonus program management implemented in order to get pilots to come here. The lawsuit contends management has changed the "status quo", by changing pay rates for new hires without consent of the union. If ALPA is sucessful with this law suit and a Federal Court maintains that management has indeed changed the "status quo", there is precedent set that would immediately release ALPA to self help (strike) without being released by the National Mediation Board. I'm not saying this will happen, but it is a possibility. I am sure management would immediately file for an injunction to prevent this while the case was appealed. We will see what happens. Our 99.3% strike vote certainly shows the pilots are unified and willing to strike if needed.
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