Yes, I'd arguably feel a bit grumpy if our seniority list was sh@t on in hard times. However there are an awful lot of people who have very little confidence in BA, or indeed any other company, when the turd hits the fan. That lack of confidence has heavily influenced the career path of many people in BA, who could have earned a lot more but instead have opted to place themselves in the most recession/catastrophe proof positions in the company. I can fully understand disappointment that LIFO has not been observed, but I honestly can't express surprise.