Pinnacle files suit against ALPA

[The_Russian]

It's all a distraction.

Todays airline management likes to play these games with the pilot group to take the sweat off of their own backs. Why? Because it is too difficult for them to figure out how to run an airline that is safe and profitable at the same time. It's easier to point the finger at a unionized group who does their job 400% better than their leaders do, than it is for the management team to concentrate on their own errors and correct them.

I can't believe shareholders fall for this crap. It costs them A LOT of money. More than their overpaid CEO's are worth.

Damn unions!

-Unity

 

[Poahi]

Does anyone know if there is precedence for taking an issue like this outside the RLA?

 

[goin' missed]

As a 9E alum, I wish those still flying under PT's miserable rules a steadfast resolve to win back some well deserved public dignity. All of us who suffered unpaid training, JM's, highspeed's, attempted illegal scheduling, etc. FIGHT THE GOOD FIGHT!

Any idea as to when we can join the MEM/MSP picket?

 

[swordfish]

You all are amazing....you all say fight the good fight as you flee the scene...Strap on your parachute and bail out and leave the rest to go down with the ship in flames....But hey guys, we support ya...See Yaaaa

 

[Poahi]

You all are amazing....you all say fight the good fight as you flee the scene...Strap on your parachute and bail out and leave the rest to go down with the ship in flames....But hey guys, we support ya...See Yaaaa

Where is it that they are 'bailing' to?

 

[PCL_128]

Poahi, don't even bother with him. He nothing but a GoJet SCAB flamebaiter.

 

[Poahi]

Poahi, don't even bother with him. He nothing but a GoJet SCAB flamebaiter.

Hey PCL,

Thanks.

You think Pinnacle will be released?

 

[PCL_128]

Depends on what happens on the negotiating dates towards the end of the month. The company has made essentially no movement in their position in the last year, whereas the CNC has given some ground to show a willingness to negotiate. If the company continues to show intransigence during the next set of negotiating dates, then I think a release is inevitable. If the company moves, even a little bit, then I think the NMB will request some more dates to see how far the company will move before stonewalling again. If Clive and Phildo know what's good for them, then they'll back off of some of their positions, but my experience has shown me that these guys aren't that great at strategy. They repeatedly ignore the advice that comes from their own legal council that they pay $600/hr. If their egos keep them from backing off, then they might face a strike a lot quicker than many have expected. If I had to place a bet, I would say 40% chance of a release within the next 3 months, 60% chance within the next 12 months.

 

[FutureHeavyAC]

Its time for everyone to fly as SAFE as possible at good old 9E. Keep everyone updated on the pickets and marches bc im sure there are a lot of guys who would love to be out there with you.....even non ALPA guys. It time to tell management to shove it and take back our jobs. How bout a nationwide ALPA FLY SAFE movement........any ideas?

 

[goin' missed]

Bump that sh't---all 'bout safety. Fuk PT!

 

[FutureHeavyAC]

Amen brother....going missed..where u at now

 

[suupah]

"We have been more than fair," said Philip H. Trenary, President and CEO of Pinnacle Airlines. "All of us built this company together under the premise that we are a team, and we think it's unfair that our pilots are the only employee group that has not had a raise since 2005. Now, it's time for the union to be fair by putting union politics aside and doing what's in the best interest of our Pilots."

I guess that means Cold One pilatos will be gettn a raise this year since 02 was their last raise. what a nice uncle PT is.