I am sure that management laughs every time they peruse these threads. We will never accomplish a thing if we don't work together! Fine words, which have been stated over and over again. But, in this thread alone, not to mention others, we constantly attack each other. We talk of "selfish people", "scabs", "scums", we knock A scalers, B scalers and freighter guy's. We state that we may be too stressed to fly with certain individuals etc, etc. So I feel it's time that I submit my 2 cents worth.
In hindsight, mistakes may have been made in the past but how long will we beat each other up over it? Also, to suggest that you will not operate with an individual because of his politics is extremely unprofessional. You don't have to like the person your flying with and you may not agree with his politics but if you can't fly with an individual who meets all the qualifications and regulations pertinent to his position, then the problem is yours! I'm sorry, but that kind of talk is upsetting. Now, let's turn the page and unite.
If we want to achieve the goal of a similar or singular pay scale then we must first fight to be treated the same. A single roster agreement for all is imperative if we want a chance at being paid the same.
I think the extension to age 60 is a good thing which is also becoming a global norm. I wonder if the majority of those that opposes it are young and without kids?
As for outsiders, we should try to establish an "Airline Specific Private Forum" to try and cut out the ignorant and most of all, the management.
Just a thought!
cpdude.