Unfortunately the REX pilot group does not have much faith in the AFAP, myself included. We all know the history, but that's not an excuse
We have ourselves to blame!!! There are some poor excuses amongst us who want the T&C's but won't support their union
Every REX pilot needs to get behind the AFAP NOW - and demand value for money. The AFAP is OUR proffesional negotiator, those of you not in the union should sign up and start putting the pressure on - stop making excuses
And Lawrie, you need to realise that you are representing us, at our cost - don't sympathise with the company. If you cannot do this we need another negotiator. THIS EBA, in the environment we are negotiating in will show your true value, if we don't make some serious ground we need a new union.
The company will pay what it has to for pilot labour, just as it will for fuel - and not a cent more. It is something we do have control over, we need to set minimums which are acceptable over the long term and we must be willing to withdraw labour through stike action if they don't come up with the money.
Come on all, start acting like men (and women)
