Missing the point. It's not about whether the company 'needs' the pilots or not. It's about spite and ultimate control over peoples lives. Whether it be retirement age, rostering or command upgrades, the company enjoys the unhealthy influence they can wield against us in all cases. I emphasis the phrase 'wield against us'. In a normal, law based society there would be rules and regulations that would govern the behaviour of both sides. In CX, the complete absence of real labour protections means that the Swire's have developed a corrupted and mean spirited attitude towards their employees. That is why there are SO many court cases pertaining to labour strife in HK between staff and the company.
Our managers feel they are doing 'good' work on behalf of the owners. In reality, they are soulless creatures who's most important decisions seem solely designed to make individuals and groups within the company as unsettled, miserable and insecure as possible.
What a heck of a way to run a business. Slowly but surely the laws of other jurisdictions around the world will force CX to get into line with 21st century norms. They will only get there through being dragged and beaten into submission. Sad but true...
