Mainwheel:
I have no interest in stirring this pot. My only comment is as a professional pilot.I have to respond.
We may not be the "backbone" but as long as we are at the pointy end of the stick and left holding the can when things go wrong---we definitely need to be treated better than the guy changing tires.
After all, how many accidents have been classified as "reservation clerk error"?
You need an attitude adjustment ,my friend.Take a deep breath and give everyone their due: maintenance, reservations fuellers and yes ---pilots.
Alt3.