The PB guys went to NZALPA and asked them to confirm the ok from AIPA/VIPA before undertaking this flying. I think we should be grateful that we have a great team culture and our Kiwi colleagues understand the line in the sand.
The guys at PB should be commended and thanked for 1. Their support and 2. Their integrity.
They were understandbly rather nervous about this whole thing.
It is a good thing that the majority of Virgin is supporting this also as it is PB doing us the favour NOT the other way around. If we do this right there will be more aircraft and promotion.