I started 2007 in FR and left 2012 and every summer was the usual they will have to ground planes. They all seemed to keep flying.
Don't forsea any changes on the horizon while ever the sausage factory is in full swing. The LTC's could have the company by the balls if they all just downed tools for a 5 day roster period and then negotiate to come back. But not many people are willing to risk losing a mortgage payment so it won't happen.
As many have said it could be the best airline to work for with just a little change. But they prefer the iron distance approach.
Can't remember what they turned as a profit last year but circa a billion? What's the goal? I'd rather have £800million and the happiest work force on the planet. Could probably fire half the legal team then to save some money.