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It is difficult to convey adequately my deep sense of pride in the effort put forth by many of your fellow pilots this past week. On Tuesday, June 12, just under 100 Continental pilots arrived at the CAL MEC office to prepare for our planned rally in downtown Houston at the Continental Airlines shareholders meeting. As many of you know from my previous communications, this was a well planned event designed to send a clear message to the company management that this pilot union is unified, disciplined, focused and strong with a will to win.
Our near term objective was to get the company to recognize that it would be mutually beneficial to begin the negotiations process now, in order to get a new contract on time. We have accomplished this first objective. At the shareholders meeting, company officers and members of the Board of Directors witnessed our unity of purpose and unity of command unlike anything in the recent past. From the time we assembled in our building for a briefing on how we would present ourselves (the rules of engagement), through the entry and exit from the meeting and to the point we reformed our group on the buses to go home, we were perceived as a well disciplined, cohesive force. Mr. Kellner acknowledged our contribution to Continental’s success at several points in his presentation to the Board and expressed the company’s intention to begin the negotiation process early so we might achieve a contract on time.
This early success in our campaign highlights some key lessons learned that we should embrace and incorporate to continue our momentum. First, we must have a well thought out game plan designed to achieve specific objectives. Every action we take must be characterized by discipline, unity of purpose and a cohesive focus. Anything else will not be productive. If this sounds “militaristic,” it is, because it is founded on principles that have been proven successful in military efforts. This is a campaign. It must be organized along the same lines as any successful military campaign and executed with a unity of command. We can do this and 100 of your fellow pilots just did—magnificently!
We also learned from our debrief with our participants that our communications process is working, but can be enhanced through more personal phone contact with our fellow pilots and their families. We will focus on the inclusion of spouses as part of future events to make visible our commitment to improving the quality of life for our families through Contract ’08. We welcome allies in our campaign and we are appreciative of ExpressJet MEC chairman Bill Dressler and several of his pilots for their participation in this week’s event. We are moving forward and all pilots owe gratitude to those who stepped up this week and visibly displayed their commitment to the campaign. A list of the participants is posted on the calalpa.org website.
Our next event is currently being planned for July in EWR. Please stay informed and connected to your LEC communication process and P2P volunteers so you can be active in shaping your future.
In a short time, we have already accomplished a significant milestone and our credibility as a force is clearly recognized. It is important that we also credit company management for displaying an enlightened approach to working with us. There is no reason this cooperative approach can’t continue to define the process that can produce a win-win solution in Contract ’08.
Get involved and contact your LEC representatives and P2P volunteers. With your commitment and will to win, we will accomplish the mission.
“Fight’s on!”
Capt. Tom “Snake” Donaldson
CAL MEC Chairman
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Continental Pilots Rally at Shareholders’ Meeting
This week, nearly 100 pilots attended the annual Continental Airlines Shareholders Meeting at the Hyatt Hotel in downtown Houston. The solid turnout and professional conduct of the pilots involved sent a clear message to Continental management. Go to the calalpa.org website for photos and links to media stories.
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Crewroom Visits for June and July
MEC officers and P2P (Pilot-to-Pilot®) volunteers will be spending time in the crewrooms in the near future to speak with pilots about upcoming contract discussions and the direction of the association. MEC chairman Tom Donaldson, vice chairman Randy Hodge and Negotiating Committee chairman Jay Pierce will be in the IAH crewroom next week on Wednesday, June 20 from 1000-1300, armed with free pizza. They will host a similar visit in the CLE crewroom on July 11 and will be attending the EWR pilot event in July.
The days prior to and following these dates, P2P volunteers will be spending time in the crewrooms to speak with pilots. They can be identified by their red I.D. lanyard. Dates for P2P crewroom visits are IAH June 19 and 21; CLE June 10 and 12; EWR June 16 and 18. Mark these dates on your calendar and catch up on the latest news from an informed volunteer.
June 15, 2007
Contents
Chairman's Message: Learning From Success
Continental Pilots Rally at Shareholders Meeting
Crewroom Visits for June and July
Grievance Committee Update - CLE-LGW Pairing
Jumpseat Commitee Update - Summer Travel
Membership Committee Update
Scheduling Committee Update on PBS
Security Committee Update
Takin' It Back Rally - EWR Aug. 13
LEC TIMES -Send Us Your Articles
CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE: LEARNING FROM SUCCESSChairman's Message: Learning From Success
Continental Pilots Rally at Shareholders Meeting
Crewroom Visits for June and July
Grievance Committee Update - CLE-LGW Pairing
Jumpseat Commitee Update - Summer Travel
Membership Committee Update
Scheduling Committee Update on PBS
Security Committee Update
Takin' It Back Rally - EWR Aug. 13
LEC TIMES -Send Us Your Articles
It is difficult to convey adequately my deep sense of pride in the effort put forth by many of your fellow pilots this past week. On Tuesday, June 12, just under 100 Continental pilots arrived at the CAL MEC office to prepare for our planned rally in downtown Houston at the Continental Airlines shareholders meeting. As many of you know from my previous communications, this was a well planned event designed to send a clear message to the company management that this pilot union is unified, disciplined, focused and strong with a will to win.
Our near term objective was to get the company to recognize that it would be mutually beneficial to begin the negotiations process now, in order to get a new contract on time. We have accomplished this first objective. At the shareholders meeting, company officers and members of the Board of Directors witnessed our unity of purpose and unity of command unlike anything in the recent past. From the time we assembled in our building for a briefing on how we would present ourselves (the rules of engagement), through the entry and exit from the meeting and to the point we reformed our group on the buses to go home, we were perceived as a well disciplined, cohesive force. Mr. Kellner acknowledged our contribution to Continental’s success at several points in his presentation to the Board and expressed the company’s intention to begin the negotiation process early so we might achieve a contract on time.
This early success in our campaign highlights some key lessons learned that we should embrace and incorporate to continue our momentum. First, we must have a well thought out game plan designed to achieve specific objectives. Every action we take must be characterized by discipline, unity of purpose and a cohesive focus. Anything else will not be productive. If this sounds “militaristic,” it is, because it is founded on principles that have been proven successful in military efforts. This is a campaign. It must be organized along the same lines as any successful military campaign and executed with a unity of command. We can do this and 100 of your fellow pilots just did—magnificently!
We also learned from our debrief with our participants that our communications process is working, but can be enhanced through more personal phone contact with our fellow pilots and their families. We will focus on the inclusion of spouses as part of future events to make visible our commitment to improving the quality of life for our families through Contract ’08. We welcome allies in our campaign and we are appreciative of ExpressJet MEC chairman Bill Dressler and several of his pilots for their participation in this week’s event. We are moving forward and all pilots owe gratitude to those who stepped up this week and visibly displayed their commitment to the campaign. A list of the participants is posted on the calalpa.org website.
Our next event is currently being planned for July in EWR. Please stay informed and connected to your LEC communication process and P2P volunteers so you can be active in shaping your future.
In a short time, we have already accomplished a significant milestone and our credibility as a force is clearly recognized. It is important that we also credit company management for displaying an enlightened approach to working with us. There is no reason this cooperative approach can’t continue to define the process that can produce a win-win solution in Contract ’08.
Get involved and contact your LEC representatives and P2P volunteers. With your commitment and will to win, we will accomplish the mission.
“Fight’s on!”
Capt. Tom “Snake” Donaldson
CAL MEC Chairman
back to top
Continental Pilots Rally at Shareholders’ Meeting
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Crewroom Visits for June and July
MEC officers and P2P (Pilot-to-Pilot®) volunteers will be spending time in the crewrooms in the near future to speak with pilots about upcoming contract discussions and the direction of the association. MEC chairman Tom Donaldson, vice chairman Randy Hodge and Negotiating Committee chairman Jay Pierce will be in the IAH crewroom next week on Wednesday, June 20 from 1000-1300, armed with free pizza. They will host a similar visit in the CLE crewroom on July 11 and will be attending the EWR pilot event in July.
The days prior to and following these dates, P2P volunteers will be spending time in the crewrooms to speak with pilots. They can be identified by their red I.D. lanyard. Dates for P2P crewroom visits are IAH June 19 and 21; CLE June 10 and 12; EWR June 16 and 18. Mark these dates on your calendar and catch up on the latest news from an informed volunteer.
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