think its complete rumour at moment if you mean jumpin to top increment. Will get to top increment ot tech grade anyway if you hold rma/bma (in time). Some guys are hopeing that rma/bma will mean a pay rise but I think that should have been negotiated before you guys achieved the cover not after!! You are in danger of going the same way as the "new" LAE's at ba who take extra cover for no extra pay (mugs!). Sit tight and apply for cover when money is on offer is my advice.