Regarding the support for the RJDC, reference the links at the beginning of the post. JC strongly supported the position of the RJDC, just not the letters R-J-D-C specifically due to the litigation. You'll also notice no opposition to the RJDC until the testimony (which was "prepared" for with the "help" of several ALPA attornies). JC has quietly supported the RJDC to his constituents, and then actively opposed them only to National colleagues
I'm fully aware that JC was a closet-supporter of the RJDC in the past (reference the discussion of the DAL MEC about asking JC and other reps to make on-the-record statements about whether they support the RJDC), but it's been quite a while since I've heard any discussion of JC having any involvement. Several years, in fact.
I've never been a fan of JC, and that hasn't changed, but I do believe that his thought process could have changed over the years and he might have realized that rational people work
within the system rather than bring litigation that will destroy your own union and profession.
which seems to have worked with his election to VP of group B-1.
Just to be clear, JC was elected to the position of Group B1 EVP under the old EC structure. The EC was recently restructured and elections held at the BOD. JC was not elected as EVP for the new Group B1. JC will no longer be on the EC.
but his reasoning for doing this isn't in the best interest of the Comair pilots. Its to retain his position Nationally, and his lifestyle of making a whopping three take-offs and landings in 90 days while bringing in 100 hours a month. I don't care what's best for JC. I care whats best for the Comair pilots.
I don't believe that to be true. Again, I'm not a fan, but JC has never appeared to me to be some opportunist that will screw anyone to keep his position. I've disagreed with him on a great many things, but I think he always does what he thinks is the right thing for both the Comair pilots and the profession.
As for this lavish lifestyle that you refer to, I think you need to become better informed. MEC Chairmen usually receive full-time buyout because they have to. The position requires so much work that you simply can't fly the line and hold the position. Some MEC Chairmen remain current only in the sim. They never have the time to fly the line enough to stay current. Also, if you are unhappy with the FPL setup at Comair, then bring a resolution to change it. The way that FPL is handled by each MEC can be changed. Get involved and work within the sytem rather than just complaining and filing lawsuits.