How is it Fed. Sec. that the B2 is only 1 additional point?
Is the ALAEA planning on having the B2 guys pick up full B1 ratings so 90% of Avionics dont become redundant?
B2 isn't redundant.
The B1 licence is designed around 1 guy needed on the ramp instead of 2. That's how they're used literally everywhere else in the world - which in reality.. re-lamps, black boxes, elec reconnects, bonding checks... its not rocket science.
A B1 cannot sign for an avionic system. B2's are still required in all airlines, it may not be as currently where its a mix of 30-40% av-mech ratio like it is now on the line but they're most definitely a requirement in real aircraft maintenance.. ie base.