If a bunch of knucklehead truck drivers/bus drivers/wharfies/etc can get stuff done, why can't pilots?
because they have a good solid union! and also, if they go on strike for just 1 day, the entire nation grinds to a stop. everything from coal to the shipyards to cds in the record stores! and not to mention inter business logistics.
you need 1 Union covering all Pilots! and when 1 has an issue, so do all!
one thing i have learnt in the transport game (road) is that any driver that undercuts another to get a job! that will be his LAST job. good drivers get the good $$ because they are dependable, and quick, bad drivers dont last in the game more than a month or 2 before word spreads of their reputation.
a good driver, with his own B2 (B double) can earn up to $80,000 PER WEEK!
The attitude amongst drivers and owners is one of good honest mateship . everyone helps everyone in any way they can.
if only pilots could learn something from your average truckie!