"The airline says its last recruiting drive attracted about 10 pilots for every position and Mr Buchanan said he hoped to replicate this by offering a package that includes the ability to work any part of the business with first "dibs" on any career opportunities."
From memory the last drive resulted in 5 people actually accepting the offered terms for the 55 positions. Given Mr Buchanan's track record I wouldn't apply for any "package" that did not have the protection of an EBA. His public comments appear to be somewhat detached from reality on a regular basis.
If you have a reasonable job, wait until the existing management have gone.
My two cents worth.