I wouldn't let him get you so worked up Cxorcist. This is the typical management tactic, divide and conquer. In this case, it is far too late for the management to win this fight. Let's say there is a contract that 'only' benefits a minority of pilots (say, SO's), but even then, only benefits them for a short period (as moron boy suggested). The result of that would be an even greater exodus of FO's, early Capt retirements, and most certainly a further hollowing out of the training department. Result: a crippled, infighting airline, with ever increasing resignation rates and a paralyzed training system. Ironically, the idea suggested by moron boy would actually result in a longer time to his upgrade, as the entire training system would be non-functioning. There may be a few SO's who would vote for the (perceived) short term benefit, but the majority realize that their entire career value and potential is hanging on achieving an industry contract that incorporates all the things taken for granted a their home airlines. If anything, the younger members seem even more militant in achieving the needed improvement. Moron boy and his attitude are few and far between, and in his case are nothing more than a management plant to rile people up and create division. Recognize it for what it is. This management is in full flight panic mode and this this the only pathetic strategy they have. The pilots are united, and we won't throw away our advantage for a short term gain.