Banana,
Do you really think some skippers here would dread or fear resigning? I mean, honestly, you really think that's the case?
I'd guess they're good guys who just had enough and wanted to make a statement for the rest of us. As you would know (if you work here), there are a LOT of really good guys and gals here and things are getting tougher and $hittier every month that passes. I'd say that if we had a good gig to move on to, well over 50% would move on. I've personally flown with some guys in the last few months that have passed interviews and are one foot out the door. And before any of you guys freak, remember, some of us have wives that can make up the difference of any massive paycut.
Me, I might do what they said above given the choice, but most likely I would walk in, chin high and be the happiest I've been in a long time handing over the letter. In fact, the $hit eating grin might be blinding!
Kudos to them and to all that move on.
CO