Nuigini,
Unfortunately it's always been the case of this scenario. LGW gets "sold" down the river, but nobody cares. Any kind of proposed change to LHR t&c's - drama and "must support LHR" cries all over the land.
Personally, I think the only reasons LGW crew would want to transfer are:
- they live closer to LHR so shorter commute
- earn more money
If we earned the same money, I think people would stay at LGW, as it's a great base.
The frustrating thing as well, is that if crew stayed at LGW to fight our corner, we'd have more of a chance of improving t&c's. But because LHR is sold to them as "golden runways", they scurry up there asap to earn more money. I don't blame them, everyone is entitled to do whatever they like to improve/live their lives. I must add though, that a fair amount of people have regretted their decicion and would like to come back, but are not allowed...
Gg