Ken,
I know that and you know too but will Joyce?
He will just want to know why the whole operation relys on one guy (not even a capt).
Also, there are options for recovery if management and the union could get together.
Heard of a landing qualified s/o? Dispensations or blanket approval in the case of disruption, then operate 3 man? Wow! And all from a mere pilot.
It's not that difficult.