Personally I think it is just a matter of time. The writing is on the wall. In the next 2-10 years, one of two things will happen:
1- The line between KA and Cx pilots with be blurred further (if not erased entirely) or;
2- Management will try to keep us separate as long as possible and try and use the whipsaw. They will try and make us race each other to the bottom when times are bad. (More likely if the China flying continues to depend on keeping KA separate)
For all those involved, myself included, I hope we can plan ahead and avoid that trap. Personally, I am very happy to hear about the possible integration of the DPA and the AOA. This could be the key to getting the two groups strong enough to fend of either scenario. Personally, I don't care what paint job is on tail as long as it benefits our careers.