Union democracy?
Just as a thought to all who (quite rightly in my view) say that BALPA should represent all pilots equally. Well if the views, rights, aspirations and expectations of each pilot were given equal weighting regarding the resolution of BMI/BA seniority lists post integration/merger, then would not the wish of the many (3000+) naturally outweigh those of the few (300+)? If the wishes of the 10% rode roughshod over those of the 90%, then where is fairness, equal representation and union democracy? Just making the point, as some seem to have the view that if they don`t get what they want, then BALPA must be biased towards BA pilots when in fact they may be demonstrably treating all equally? Ten to one is a big ratio to balance!
Also, as the threat of legal action is being raised by some, could someone please tell me if the seniority system per se has ever been challenged (successfully or otherwise)?