gigs,
I'm not privy to the details of any FAAA involvment in the introduction of the A380 but if what you say is true I'm pleased to hear so, on a couple of levels.
Having the Longhaul FAAA actively involved in the introduction of an aircraft who's FA manning levels could theoretically double cabin crew numbers speaks well for our career aspirations and job security.
It also bodes well from a FA operational perspective given that ALL FAAA elected officials are also cabin crew with years of "hands on/real world" experience.
The same can't be said for the office dwelling management types who will be making the FINAL decisions on who, how, where, when things happen on board..........
There will also a myriad OH&S issues involved that require input from the FAAA.
You seem to imply that SR is doing or is going to do a shayne neelon.
May I respectfully suggest that you and your office mates are
DREAMING 