Cjam and Yikes
All you need do is to apply the tech log and MEL rigorously in compliance with the regs. No more no less.
That will give the engineers all the ammunition and leverage they need.
No union directive or initiative required. Just stick to the rules. If it's sus, write it up. Don't move until it's fixed or MEL'ed. Quite simple really, and it's a no jeopardy situation. A union with half a ball would back you if some company thug tries to heavy you, (but then again we are talking about AIPA aren't we
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Maui