So I understand the immense cultural differences between B6 and American. That part I understand why a lot of B6 guys would not want to see this happen. I also understand the huge losses that AMR is seeing right now. However based on the fact that American has about 7000 guys retireing in the next 15 years, and B6 has very few retireing in the next 15 years wouldn't it mean a merger between the two companies could potentially be a pretty good deal for the B6 pilot over the long run. Especially the junior ones. Not to mention there would potentially be a much larger option of bases to commute or move to, especially for the west coast guys. Larger equipment and longer routes, which will equate to larger pay checks and more time off. Any descent amalagation of the two pilot list, even a staple (god forbid) of B6 would mean the most junior guy on there list (soon to be me I hope) would be a captain of almost any equipment within 5 years due to retirements. Also a merger of the two contracts would fix several of the issues most B6 guys have regarding medical and retirements plans, and some of the issues the AMR guys have like DH, and cancellation pay. I would love a B6 guy to let me know if I am way off base here, and tell me what I am missing.