Some striking parallels
We had a union at Netjets that ran to management and tried to ram a new contract down our throats. We rejected the contract, conducted an inquiry into our Local Union Affiliate..then fired the lot of 'em!
Less than 12 months later with a newly elected leadership and the unified support of 2,200 pilots we got:
1. $US 40, 000 signing bonuses
2. Elimination of all potential training contracts, bonding, and pay-for-training.
3. 30-48 percent raises across the board.
4. Scope protection to eliminate others from flying our passengers.
Netjets used to have pay-for-training, a union that was not solid in its representaion focus and poor morale.
Now the place is a winner!
I have one question for "Rick" who seems to be placing an unreasonable focus on "his" personal fortunes if this agreement goes through.
What will stop QF Group from starting "Fanstar" next week and getting another group of merry men together to drive wages below those that you have just agreed to?
When friends of mine vacation in Australia, they ask me if they have to worry about sharks. I tell 'em,
"Only the ones with two feet."