Well it has to start with Qantas and Virgin Blue.
AFAP and AIPA? A full but damaging circle/cycle is complete.
The prospects for QF pilots becoming stark. A combination of the two unions has merit if some can look beyond their long noses.
Let's start with an association between AIPA and the AFAP on professional matters-air safety and airspace reform etc. See how it goes from there. With urgency.
The PM's reaction to any bonding between the two airline pilot masses? Immediate invitation to NZ companies to fly over Australian domestic routes!