Biggest mistake to say that "yes we are well paid". (note- i am NOT a QF pilot)
You guys are "fairly paid for your extensive knowledge and skill required to pilot a modern airliner".
In todays world of 24 hour news and the "headline grab" you cant afford to look squirmish and then deliver an own goal to the company spokeswoman.
What about at the end when Wirth goes "We are keen to see the Union remain at the negotiating table". Why couldnt the latest Jetstar lack-of negotiations be quickly raised as getting the last point in instead of just saying "no we are not going to strike".
I dont know Barry personally, and he is probably a top bloke, but a LOT more rehearsal is required before going on segments such as this. You need to public on side.