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Old 07-21-2016, 03:43 PM
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Fellow Houston pilots,

We are pilots from different backgrounds, equipment and status representing both legacy airlines. We believe that the majority of Houston pilots share similar goals: to operate our airplanes safely, work in an employee-friendly workplace, be well compensated for our work, and enjoy a high quality of life.

Our next Captain Representative must work for ALL the pilots in Houston, representing each of them equally. This individual must possess a strong “moral compass,” and embody those qualities we hold in high regard of a professional airline pilot and Union representative. He also must clearly understand that our strength comes from a unified pilot group, not a house divided. We must choose an individual who can effectively and clearly communicate the issues we face to not only the membership and the MEC, but management as well. Ours is the second largest council in the system, and we require solid proven leadership and sustained superior performance from our representatives. These basic qualities are simply essential in order for us to move forward as a group and firmly defend our profession, our contract, and our careers.


We believe Captain Brad Hutchens is the candidate most qualified to fulfill the goals we list above. As the Chairman of Houston's Local Scheduling Committee he has grown the IAH LSC into the largest and most active in United ALPA. His work on the Grievance Review Panel positions him well to defend your contract and represent your interests in the Chief Pilot's Office. At our last council meeting Captain Hutchens was elected your interim Captain Representative, as such he is already representing our Captains at this week's MEC meeting. In addition, he also has a brother who began his career at legacy Continental Airlines, which affords him a unique perspective on the issues concerning both pilot groups.

With the above in mind, Brad Hutchens has our strongest possible recommendation and we ask you to join us in voting for him as our next Captain Representative for LEC 171.

Sincerely,

Steve Curry B737 Captain
Tom D'angelo A320 Captain
Sean Julian B787 First Officer
Sam Turner A320 Captain
Ken Posey B737 Captain
George Gonzales A320 Captain
Laura Cox B737 Captain
Cliff Schuyler B737 Captain
John Silcott A320 First Officer
Carlos Arana B756 Captain
Dan Langworthy B787 First Officer
Teek Dorsett B756 First Officer
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Old 07-21-2016, 06:25 PM
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Wow,

How forward thinking. A UAL guy elected in a mostly CAL base. What would be even more amazing is a CAL guy elected in oh lets say LAX or perhaps SFO. Amazingly that will never happen and have been told by more than one former UAL guy that they would NEVER vote that way.

Hypocrisy at its finest.
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Old 07-21-2016, 07:19 PM
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Originally Posted by 757Driver View Post
Wow,

How forward thinking. A UAL guy elected in a mostly CAL base. What would be even more amazing is a CAL guy elected in oh lets say LAX or perhaps SFO. Amazingly that will never happen and have been told by more than one former UAL guy that they would NEVER vote that way.

Hypocrisy at its finest.
Seriously? Are you one of the lawsuits guys? Because everyone else has moved on! Who cares who was hired by which legacy???? Hello 2016 called and they wish to welcome you to United Continental Holdings! I want the best, unbiased person as my rep! And since you brought it up, the late CA Bohls was LUAL and our 171 CA rep as well. Brad's brother is LCAL so he's got a pretty good idea where both sides come from. Just an FYI
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Just curious if in any of Chuck Cummings campaign info did he disclose he was a CAL MEC Vice Chairman under Jay Pierce? Had the job for about six months and rumor has it he barely ever showed up at the MEC office. Then just resigned for personal reasons.

The reason I ask in the campaign literature I saw, Chuck never disclosed he was a CAL MEC Officer but he did list all other union positions he held. Wonder why he wouldn't disclose the fact he was a former CAL MEC Vice Chairman? Just curious if he mentioned in other campaign literature or somehow I missed it?
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Originally Posted by UALinIAH View Post
Seriously? Are you one of the lawsuits guys? Because everyone else has moved on! Who cares who was hired by which legacy???? Hello 2016 called and they wish to welcome you to United Continental Holdings! I want the best, unbiased person as my rep! And since you brought it up, the late CA Bohls was LUAL and our 171 CA rep as well. Brad's brother is LCAL so he's got a pretty good idea where both sides come from. Just an FYI
Did you read the post? Obviously many do care what legacy. Again, do you think an LCAL guy would have shot in hell at all in SFO or LAX?
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Old 07-21-2016, 08:09 PM
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Originally Posted by Boeing Aviator View Post
Just curious if in any of Chuck Cummings campaign info did he disclose he was a CAL MEC Vice Chairman under Jay Pierce? Had the job for about six months and rumor has it he barely ever showed up at the MEC office. Then just resigned for personal reasons.

The reason I ask in the campaign literature I saw, Chuck never disclosed he was a CAL MEC Officer but he did list all other union positions he held. Wonder why he wouldn't disclose the fact he was a former CAL MEC Vice Chairman? Just curious if he mentioned in other campaign literature or somehow I missed it?
Fellow Houston Pilots:

My name is Chuck Cummins and I am humbly asking for your vote for Captain Representative of our Local Council. I have represented Houston pilots for more than ten years, very successfully, and am anxious to get back to work. My wife Elvia fully supports my efforts and understand the time commitment this position requires.

I was hired in 1990 as a Second Officer and am now a B737 Captain who has lived and worked in the Houston base for over 20 years. My tenure with ALPA is lengthy. My knowledge and experience of the issues affecting the Houston Council are extensive. I have served as an MEC Vice Chairman, Training Committee Chairman, and Safety/Go Team member.

My record of pilot representation, my ability to work with management officials, the FAA, and NTSB; and, my effectiveness especially when things go seriously wrong for you (or your career) is a proven fact. My ability to lead is proven, and my style is known. More importantly, I bring a knowledge of this base and its many members, some whom I have known my entire career at CAL, now UAL. I believe this will make me a more effective LC Representative, one ready “to hit the ground running” on day one.

Time and time again, I have heard your concerns regarding the 5% tranche (holdback). I share your concerns regarding the RHA survivor benefits. Our LTD monies MUST be refunded! Please know that I understand these and the many other issues facing our MEC. I share your frustrations, and I ASSURE you that I will be YOUR advocate at the MEC.

Serving one’s fellow pilots is a noble calling. ALPA volunteers take this challenge seriously. I view representation as a solemn promise to you. You have my word that I will work as hard as I can for you. The most fundamental tenet of ALPA is “unity.” We have come a long way to becoming a “united” pilot group. We must keep the momentum moving in the right direction. As such, I assure you that no other pilot is better able to bring unity to the Houston base.

Let me take a moment to address the First Officers in Houston. Some may think that since this election is for Captain Representative, you should not care or vote. Wrong! Your vote counts, too. The Captain Representative can and does represent you. The three representatives form the Local Executive Council and can have a great influence on your futures.

Fellow Houston Pilots, the time is upon us to choose the leadership that will help set the direction of this council, through your input and guidance. Your leader must commit to timely and accurate communications to form a foundation of trust. We implore you to research the candidates and choose wisely. I am available any time to speak about my positions, but more importantly, to listen to your concerns. Please call me at 281-543-3995 or email at [email protected]


Thank you for your attention and considerations. Please vote for Chuck Cummins for Captain Representative LC 171.

Sincerely,

Chuck
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Birddog,

I stand corrected, thanks for posting.
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Did you read the post? Obviously many do care what legacy. Again, do you think an LCAL guy would have shot in hell at all in SFO or LAX?
Honestly, Yes. Big shocker but there were a TON of LCAL guys who are on the 787 and they're both so junior that they have a lot of new people from both sides as well as a ton of post merge. Again, I fly with all 3 types and rarely does legacy even come up (except for the double furloughees when I ask how long they've been here). ORD may be the last holdout. And that is more from the fact that they have a great group of unionist already on the LEC. I don't give a rats ass who hired you, or when you were hired. We're all on the same list doing the same job. Want to pull the L XXX line, cool. Yank my gear and don't miss a radio call. Goes for either side. We all have a past. And it's that, the past.
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Honestly, Yes. Big shocker but there were a TON of LCAL guys who are on the 787 and they're both so junior that they have a lot of new people from both sides as well as a ton of post merge. Again, I fly with all 3 types and rarely does legacy even come up (except for the double furloughees when I ask how long they've been here). ORD may be the last holdout. And that is more from the fact that they have a great group of unionist already on the LEC. I don't give a rats ass who hired you, or when you were hired. We're all on the same list doing the same job. Want to pull the L XXX line, cool. Yank my gear and don't miss a radio call. Goes for either side. We all have a past. And it's that, the past.
You kind of made my point, that the only reason they could be elected were because of large amounts of LCAL or new guys, not because of LUAL votes. Look, you may not care about legacies but that does not mean you can bury your head in the sand either. No it should not matter, I think that is what we all want, and no side should be discriminated because of legacy. But we are not quite there yet.
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You kind of made my point, that the only reason they could be elected were because of large amounts of LCAL or new guys, not because of LUAL votes. Look, you may not care about legacies but that does not mean you can bury your head in the sand either. No it should not matter, I think that is what we all want, and no side should be discriminated because of legacy. But we are not quite there yet.
I just brought up that there are a number of pilots from both sides of the fence there. Figure 20% still are hard lined L whatever. Like I said on my fleet it doesn't really come up any more. The fence drop was the last thing many hung there hat on.
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