Peter, I know many pilots who are glad they're working for BA. I also know some who aren't, but they tend to be older and jaded and are reluctant to accept that the world of aviation has to change over the years. A commerical company has to continually adjust to remain viable in the real world. We're not in a flying club! Isn't your use of words such as 'robbed', 'stranded' & 'forced' a little emotive for a commercial change to the regions that might well help the company's (and therefore BA flight crew's) long-term future?. .. .By the way, what makes you think that someone who's proud of their company is arrogant?