Free speech?
Thank you for showing an interest in the posting, even though
I do not agree with your assumption. In my opinion it is perfectly allowable to support colleagues on strike whether this is done through writing letters of support, posting on pprune, participating in rallies or social activities or similar.
Everyone is entitled to an opinion on an issue. You might present your opinion in writing or verbally. Both in the US and Europe we supposedly have free speech, do we not?
There is a fundamental difference between voicing an opinion like the one posted and performing services for a company which is in the middle of industrial action. This is officially called strike breaking, and is frowned upon worldwide, regardless of skin color, religion, culture or language.
Consequences of participating in strike breaking activities are hard to predict, and will vary, depending on the situation. Still, it is highly recommendable to avoid being classified in this category.
OPEIU, through Local 108 are represented on the the helicopter committee of the International Federation of Airline Pilots Association. Norway presently holds the Chaimanship, and Local 108 the Vice Chairmanship. So, we cooperate with our friends to the best of our ability year round.
The mail in question was signed with the full name and poastal address of the pilot in question. It is one point of view from over here.